Editing Ecotourism (section)

=== Efforts to preserve ecosystems at risk ===
Some of the world's most exceptional biodiversity is located in the Galapagos Islands. These islands were designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979, then added to UNESCO's List of World Heritage in Danger in 2007. IGTOA is a non-profit dedicated to preserving this unique living laboratory against the challenges of invasive species, human impact, and tourism.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.igtoa.org/travel_guide/challenges |title=Challenges Facing the Galápagos Islands |work=igtoa.org |access-date=9 June 2015}}</ref> For travelers who want to be mindful of the environment and the impact of tourism, it is recommended to use an operator that is endorsed by a reputable ecotourism organization. In the case of the Galapagos, IGTOA has a list<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.igtoa.org/members |title=Galápagos Islands Travel & Tours - Conservation & Ecotourism - IGTOA |work=igtoa.org |access-date=21 April 2017}}</ref> of the world's premiere Galapagos Islands tour companies dedicated to the lasting protection and preservation of the destination.