Quasar Expeditions

Quasar as always provided a superior trip. This was our second Galápagos excursion and we loved it. Food- incredible. Service- impeccable. Guides-awesome. A special shout out to Arianna our cruise director, no one could ever top her skills and work ethics! We did the western islands and liked them the best. So many birds, penguins, sea lions (lots of new babies), iguanas and flamingos! Second trip of a lifetime!!!

I will never forget my time in the Galápagos on the Evolution. As much as I love to travel solo, I'm very much of a worrier, but the Quasar team and their guides left no questions unanswered---in fact, I didn't even have to ask any logistical questions. They cover all the bases from the get-go, which is a relief. The only downside to the trip was when I cried in the airport because I didn't want to leave my guides (Bolo, Soto, and Cristina who are all incredible, unbelievably knowledgable people), my new friends, and the wildlife. People always say "up-close-and-personal" encounters, but you don't understand the gravity of it until your guide teaches you how to dance with a sea lion. A small little detail I especially appreciated is that Quasar's guides are quick to ask if you want a photo, which is nice for a solo traveler. It can be daunting to ask for yourself, and they care deeply for the beauty of the islands and know how special it is to people to have memories to take home.

Our days on Quasar's M/Y Grace were full of adventure. One minute we were hiking across lava fields, the next we were snorkeling with sea lions that seemed just as curious about us as we were about them. We swam with penguins (yes, penguins—still can’t believe it), drifted past massive schools of fish, and even spotted a few sharks gliding by. Our guides were absolute rockstars. Djedo was amazing with the kids and seemed completely in his element anytime we were in the water—it was like watching Aquaman lead a tour group. And Monika? She blew us away. Her knowledge of the islands was endless, her passion contagious, and she somehow managed to keep us all calm and curious at the same time. We walked away from every outing having learned something new and feeling lucky to have her as a guide. The food deserves its own shout-out. Every meal looked like it came straight out of a cooking show—creative, colorful, and packed with local ingredients. Honestly, I’ve eaten in restaurants that weren’t half as good. Plus, eating it all while watching the islands float by wasn’t a bad bonus. The boat itself was gorgeous, with so much history and charm, and our cabin was cozy but big enough that we weren’t tripping over each other’s stuff. Functional, comfortable, and actually kind of stylish too—not always the case on a boat! And the crew? They nailed it. Super friendly, always ready to help, and somehow managed to keep everything running smoothly without us ever noticing the work behind the scenes.

Just got back from an expedition in the Galapagos Islands on the Grace Yacht. What a fantastic trip; probably the best trip that I have ever been on. The ship was really nice, recently redone and in perfect condition. The crew from the captain, assistants, engineers, chefs, and panga drivers were awesome and very visible and accessible. The "hotel" staff were also great and friendly. The 2 naturalists that were onboard to guide us through these islands were very knowledgeable and personable. We also benefited from having a nice group of passengers which is always a wild card, but everyone was great. The wildlife also cooperated by being themselves ... it was amazing how close you can get to them to take pictures without spooking them. My wife and I weren't "birders" but they are something else in the Galapagos ... absolutely love the albatrosses and boobies. The snorkeling was also something else, saw so many colorful fish, penguins, rays, sharks, sea lions and sea turtles. Pick up a book on the Galapagos wildlife and you are sure to see it full color. As a said, simply awesome and probably the best trip that I have ever been on.

We experienced the Galapagos aboard The Grace in January and it exceeded our expectations in ways I didn’t expect. First, the ship is historical, but with a modern style and very well maintained. The crew was professional, hard working and made us very comfortable. As there are only 16 passengers aboard, we all got to know each other and enjoyed sharing unique perspectives. Everyone was great to be around! Our days were filled with activities including early morning hikes, morning and afternoon snorkelling, options for kayaking, paddle boarding, and more walks to view the unique wildlife very close up. This opportunity to view and learn about the wildlife wouldn’t be the same without the expertise of our 2 naturalist guides, Walter and Alejandro. They were very knowledgeable and you could feel their love for the Galapagos. The cruise, as well as a pre-cruise tour in Quito ran very smoothly. We were really taken care of each step of the way. I would highly recommend booking Quasar.

The Galapagos trip with Quasar Expeditions was fabulous. We were a family of 13: 9 grandkids, my two daughters and my daughter-in-law, and me. Aged from 9 to 80! The activities planned by Quasar worked for all of us. The accommodations were perfect. The crew and the naturalists were all friendly, super helpful, knowledgeable. And of course the animals, birds, sea life—amazing. It was a trip that I expect we will remember forever.

My wife and I had the most fantastic, memorable time on our trip to Quito and the Galapagos. The Evolution experience was perfect and exceeded expectations. The crew was professional, accessible, friendly and made sure that everyone was cared for and having the best time. Our cabin was spacious and comfortable. The food was delicious, especially the Ecuadorian cuisine. The naturalists were extremely knowledgeable and made sure that we all had fun. The open sea was an adventure and the wildlife, birds, and terrain of each island was exquisite. Last but not least we really enjoyed getting to know the other guests and felt that we had left the trip with some new friends.

We absolutely had the best time and the most memorable trip. On our way home, we discussed coming back again in the future and doing the opposite route to what we did on this trip - with Quasar of course. Everything was amazing from start to finish - the planning, the support from Quasar, the ship, the guides (Bolo, Christina and Hernan) and the FOOD and ACTIVITIES!! I do want to make note how incredibly inclusive the guides were in adapting to guests’ ability to do the activities. The wild life that we saw far surpassed anything I expected. Snorkelling with sea lions, penguins and turtles was amazing! All the staff on the boat - including the guides - were approachable and friendly at all times. Their knowledge of the Galapagos history and wildlife was a great asset in my view. Everything was perfect start to finish. Quasar has lived up to my expectations and more.