Ruben Calderón

Ruben relocated to the Galápagos Islands at the age of two, marking the beginning of a defining chapter in his life. Family excursions throughout the archipelago and learning to snorkel with his father gave Ruben an early appreciation for the islands' unique marine environment. Those early experiences shaped his curiosity about the unique ecosystems that surrounded him every day.

This foundation inspired him to pursue a degree in Biology at the University of Guayaquil. While completing his studies, he interned with the Galápagos National Park, contributing to the Sea Turtle Nesting Program and Coral Restoration Program. These experiences strengthened his understanding of the islands he had called home since childhood and deepened his appreciation for their conservation. Working alongside researchers and conservation professionals also gave him firsthand insight into the challenges and rewards of protecting the archipelago's extraordinary biodiversity.

After earning his degree, Ruben returned to the Galápagos to apply his knowledge at the Charles Darwin Research Station, where he worked on the Sea Lion Project. Today, as a naturalist, diver, and freediver, he combines scientific knowledge with firsthand experience to help guests better understand the islands' remarkable wildlife and ecosystems. He enjoys sharing both the ecological significance and the everyday wonders that make the Galápagos unlike anywhere else. He hopes to inspire the same appreciation for the Galápagos that his family fostered in him from an early age.