President & Founder · Galápagos Redefined High End
Samuel Quiroz
Born and raised on San Cristóbal Island in the Galápagos Archipelago, Samuel Quiroz has been connected to the natural world from the very beginning of his life. Growing up surrounded by extraordinary wildlife, pristine coastlines and the living landscapes of the Galápagos, he understood from an early age that this remarkable place carries not only a privilege, but a profound responsibility: to protect it, understand it, and share its knowledge with future generations.
A graduate in Biological Sciences and a marine biologist by profession, Samuel has dedicated more than three decades to the study, interpretation and conservation of the Galápagos. His work has taken him deep into the islands' terrestrial and marine ecosystems, where he has contributed to scientific and conservation initiatives involving biology, marine science, genetics, wildlife and environmental education.
For Samuel, the Galápagos has never been simply a destination. It has been his classroom, his laboratory, his encyclopedia, and his lifelong field of study.
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From its volcanic landscapes to its extraordinary marine environments, he has developed an intimate knowledge of the archipelago and a particular connection with its coastlines and iconic sites, including Kicker Rock, one of the most remarkable marine formations in the Galápagos.
Over the years, Samuel has shared his knowledge with visitors, scientists and conservation-minded travelers from around the world. His philosophy is rooted in a simple conviction: the better we understand nature, the stronger our commitment becomes to protecting it.
As a science writer and author, Samuel has also transformed decades of field experience and scientific knowledge into an educational work dedicated to the wildlife of the Galápagos. His book brings together an extensive understanding of the archipelago's species, ecosystems and natural history, offering readers a deeper perspective on the living world they encounter throughout the islands.
Galápagos Redefined High End is the realization of a vision Samuel has carried throughout his life: to create a different kind of expedition, one in which luxury, discovery, science, conservation and education come together as one experience.
As President and Founder, Samuel personally leads the company's signature expeditions, sharing his knowledge of the islands and creating journeys designed to reveal the Galápagos beyond the conventional travel experience. His purpose is not simply to show guests the islands, but to help them understand what they are seeing, why it matters, and why it must be protected.
Every expedition is therefore conceived as an encounter with a living world: an opportunity to explore, learn, and develop a deeper connection with one of the planet's most extraordinary natural sanctuaries.
His mission is clear: to help the world discover the Galápagos, understand its extraordinary natural heritage, and become part of the responsibility to preserve it for generations to come.
