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Since 1953, Metropolitan Touring has operated with a single conviction: travel should leave the world better than it found it. Today, our three expedition vessels and three boutique lodges don’t just minimize harm — they actively restore ecosystems, fund scientific discovery, and strengthen the communities that are the living heart of every destination. This is what we mean by regenerative travel: every journey you take with us becomes a documented act of restoration.
Galápagos students brought aboard as the next generation of island scientists and conservation stewards.
Hectares of Andean Chocó actively restored — not offset, not protected: rebuilt from the ground up.
Of Galápagos food and beverage sourced locally — every meal a direct investment in the archipelago’s food sovereignty.
Of our management committee are women — because equitable leadership drives more equitable destinations.
Carbon neutral since 2017 — but we don’t stop at offsetting. Every emission we neutralize through your trip’s Sustainability Fee goes directly to Fundación Futuro’s NFTree initiative, which is actively rebuilding the Andean Chocó ecosystem — one of the most biodiverse and endangered cloud forest corridors on Earth. Your journey doesn’t just cancel its carbon: it grows new forest.
Corporate governance plays a key role in our sustainability strategy and actions. We have therefore implemented a range of policies and processes, as part of our company’s continuous improvement program, to ensure we walk the talk.
Metropolitan Touring operates three expedition vessels and three boutique lodges, all guided by a strong commitment.
The Galapagos Islands, a breathtaking destination that welcomes visitors year-round, boasts mild Galapagos weather, stunning landscapes, and an array of unique species to observe. Your best time to visit Galapagos depends on your interests and desired activities.
More than just recognition, this achievement provides reliable data to support every climate action we undertake and strengthens the credibility of our carbon-neutral program.
It is September 7th, 1835 and, almost a month ago, Darwin writes to his sister Catherine: “I am very anxious to see the Galapagos Islands.”
In the Galapagos Islands the theory of evolution seems to be plainly and naturally evident. The islands would become a synonym of Darwin’s discoveries
Sustainability is no longer just an aspiration; it’s a necessity. But what does it truly mean to be sustainable, and how can travel companies make a tangible impact? Metropolitan Touring offers answers by integrating sustainability into every aspect of their operations.
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