Hacienda tranquila

We at Hacienda Tranquila welcome everyone who seeks a soothing experience of life at a slower pace. We offer a variety of ways to explore  the many facets that make up this multi dimensional project including: farming, endemic species reforestation, invasive species control, endangered Petrel sea birds research, endemic Scalesia tree preservation, grass fed cattle ranching, and climate change monitoring in partnership with the Galapagos Science Center. Visit us and join our network of volunteers that help us conserve our island.

We are committed to preserving this land for generations to come. We protect our diverse ecosystem – the agricultural and the natural surroundings. We conserve the soil through agroecology. We collect rainwater. Agricultural production is closely linked to conservation, each supporting the other. If one harms the other then neither of them will be sustainable. We have established regenerative areas within our hacienda where nature is allowed to continue to thrive, unhindered, and untouched. At present we are working on restoring various habitats. The diversity of the hacienda is our best asset. Within our 121 acres we have dramatic differences in topography. We have adapted to this by dedicating different zones to a variety of uses. We have zones for our organic garden and for our cattle, goats and chickens. We have reforestation zones, including the endangered Scalesia forest, and those left alone for regeneration after the removal of invasive species. The meteorological stations, provided in cooperation with the Galapagos Science Center, record valuable data to help us better understand the impact of climate change on our land. Other zones are dedicated to preserving and protecting endangered birds such as the Galapagos Petrels.