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| Our Head Naturalist and Cruise Director was Jason Heilmann. "Naturalist" sounds like a made-up word, but refers to a professional who has been educated in great detail with regard to the history, geology, plants and animals of this unique environment. The Galápagos National Park carefully regulates and certifies guides to ensure that their high standards for tourism are maintained. Each guide certification level (I, II, and III) has its own standardized training program and requirements. Naturalists are also National Park Rangers and have authority to enforce the Park rules and regulations. |
