GALT time now |
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18:19:21 Mon, 30 Jun 2025
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| UTC Offset: UTC -6 |
Galapagos Time (GALT) operates at UTC−6 year-round and is the standard time zone for the Galápagos Islands, a province of Ecuador located about 1,000 km off the country's mainland. GALT does not observe daylight saving time and is sometimes simply called "Galápagos Standard Time," providing a consistent time reference for the islands' administration, tourism, and scientific activities.
Importance and Global Use of GALT
Galapagos Time (GALT) is essential for coordinating daily life, tourism, conservation efforts, and local governance on the Galápagos Islands. As a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site and world-renowned research location, having a stable and separate time zone from mainland Ecuador helps the islands manage visitor schedules, park services, and scientific programs effectively.
Internationally, GALT supports the coordination of flights, maritime travel, and research cooperation with partners in mainland Ecuador and abroad. Its consistent UTC−6 offset helps streamline logistics, protect the delicate ecosystem through regulated tourism, and maintain smooth connections with international conservation and environmental organizations.
Where and When GALT is used worldwide
Other Time Zones in UTC -6
Other time zones share the same offset as Galapagos Time (GALT), but are known by different names. While their clocks align, they may represent different regions or countries based on local time zone definitions.
- Central Standard Time – CST
- Easter Island Standard Time – EAST
- Mountain Daylight Time – MDT