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The Galapagos Islands are best known for their breathtaking beauty, rare wildlife, and their pivotal role in the history of science. But few visitors realize that these remote isles also harbor a shadowy past—one so dramatic and strange that Hollywood has now brought it to the silver screen.
On August 22, the film “Eden” premieres in theaters across the U.S., featuring an all-star cast including Jude Law, Sydney Sweeney, Ana de Armas, Daniel Brühl, and Vanessa Kirby. Directed by Academy Award® winner Ron Howard, Eden movie dramatizes the true story of scandal, seduction, and suspected murder on Floreana Island in the early 1930s.
From October 5 to December 14, 2025, select sailings of Itinerary A include our exclusive “Tale of the Baroness” Afternoon Tea Experience, where you’ll sip, savor, and “spill the tea” on one of the Galapagos’ most infamous legends — all while standing where history unfolded.
Floreana Island: Paradise with a Dark Past
One of the smaller and more remote islands in the Galapagos archipelago, Floreana was once the setting for an extraordinary and unsettling chapter in human history. In the aftermath of World War I, a handful of European settlers sought to escape the modern world and build a utopia on this isolated island.
But their dream soon spiraled into a waking nightmare. The unexpected arrival of a flamboyant Austrian “baroness” and her lovers sparked a bizarre tale of power struggles, romantic rivalries, strange disappearances, and suspected murder—events that continue to intrigue historians, filmmakers, and curious travelers to this day.
Read more about this mysterious saga: The Galapagos Islands – an unknown history – Ecoventura
Explore the Legend Firsthand with Ecoventura
For travelers captivated by the Floreana affair, Ecoventura offers an unforgettable way to step directly into this fascinating history. Aboard our luxury expedition yachts, guests explore the Galápagos in comfort and intimacy, with access to Baroness Point—the very place where this storied drama unfolded nearly a century ago.
Notable books and a documentary have been written about this murder mystery,
Satan Came to Eden: A Survivor’s Account of The Galapagos Affair, Dore Strauch (1936)
Floreana: A Woman’s Pilgrimage to the Galapagos, Margaret Wittmer (1989)
The Galapagos Affair, John Trehrerne (2002)
The Galapagos Affair: Satan Came to Eden (2013) – documentary
“Tale of the Baroness” Afternoon Tea Experience
As part of our Itinerary A, join our expert naturalists for a delightful twist on afternoon tea. Over fine blends of tea and light refreshments, they’ll “spill the tea” (yes, pun intended) on the twisted tale of the infamous Baroness and her rival neighbors. This special storytelling session is offered on Wednesdays before disembarkation at Baroness Point, where guests can explore the pristine shores that were once the scene of chaos and controversy.
Available only on Itinerary A, from October 5 to December 14, 2025.
Special Promotion: Save 10% on Your Galapagos Cruise
To celebrate the film’s release, we’re offering a limited-time 10% savings on over 30 departures on Itinerary A in 2025-2026.
Book by August 31, 2025, to receive this exclusive discount.
Terms & Conditions:
- Valid for new FIT bookings only, not applicable retroactively
- Not combinable with other discounts or promotions
- Excludes groups and charters
- Not valid for Itinerary B
- Booking Window August 16-31, 2025
- Excludes 2025 Itinerary A dates: December 14–21, 2025
- Excludes 2026 Itinerary A dates: March 8-15, March 22-29, April 5–12 2026, April 19-26, June 14-21, June 28-05 July, July 12-19, July 26–August 2 2026, October 4–11 2026
