Quasar ExpeditionsReviews of quasarex.com

The sizzle that sets the hook is obviously the vessel itself. There is no adequate way to describe the elegant serenity of the M/Y Grace. It is a boat unto itself - no other vessel in the Galapagos comes close to it. It was a bonus coincidence to cruise during the Dunkirk film release. We could almost physically feel the presence of the 900 souls saved by the Grace (HMS Rion) at Dunkirk. So many times the sizzle (anticipation) fizzles upon the actual experience. This expedition blew through the outer limits of our expectations. Our naturalist, Rafael, is, without a doubt, the best guide in the southern hemisphere. He motivated everyone to be a part of the Galapagos and not just view the scenery. He also went beyond the call of duty when our flights from San Cristobal were cancelled or delayed due to problems in Guayaquil. He worked with the airline counter staff to get those passengers that needed to get connections off the island first and then made sure our later flight had our luggage and us aboard. He took those of us that were on a 5 hour delay to a nice hotel bistro on the water - much better than the airport, right? We would have never be able to accomplish the quagmire without him. The attention to detail from the captain, chefs, crew and staff was in keeping with Rafael's pace. The chef should have a cook book for sale on the boat. The food was as one would expect in a Michelin 3 star restaurant. The service was also three star level, and I don't mean just at meals. There two misgivings my wife and I have about the trip: we should have done this sooner and we should have done the whole northern and southern cruise. Oh darn, now we'll have to go back on the renovated Grace for the southern route and stay in the Princess Grace cabin.

We had a wonderful time on The Grace last week. Every aspect of the accommodation was great, and the wildlife experiences made it a trip of a lifetime.

Our vacation(?) to the Galápagos Islands with Quasar was easily the best adventure I've ever had. The boat was well equipped, the staff was courteous and attentive, and the guides were exceptionally knowledgeable about many different aspects of the fantastic place we explored for a short week. As a science teacher, I specifically appreciated the depth of knowledge demonstrated by both our guides, which will help me bring some new perspective and understanding into my classroom.

Terrific experience to see the Galapagos on the ship Evolution. Crew was courteous and efficient. Excellent food. Captain was flexible by spending extra time when we would see whales or megapods of dolphins. Naturalists were experienced, knowledgeable, and personable. The 29 passengers on the cruise was the perfect number, with only 10 per land expedition for each naturalist. Programs were optimal so we could experience much of the Galapagos without feeling rushed. Plenty of snorkel time, 5 of 6 days, where we saw at least one of everything.

Our 8-day Galapagos trip with 26 like-minded adventurers on Quasar's M/V Evolution was a truly unforgettable experience! The western island itinerary and the in-depth guided hiking and also snorkelling activities matched our goals well. The quality of guiding, food, crew service and facilities were outstanding and also good value for money. We especially appreciated the enthusiasm of all the crew and how they worked together as a team, sharing multiple roles. Well done everyone!

Amazing experience!

Our journey on the Evolution was amazing. The staff was so considerate and helpful. The rooms were very clean; the food was delicious, and the captain and cruise director went above and beyond for us. It was such an unforgettable experience!

Our Galapagos. Cruse was the most awesome trip we ever took. The ship was spacious and elegant. The crew was competent, friendly and fun. Every meal was a delight. Our guides were excellent and helpful especially with the small children. We made wonderful memories on this colorful adventure. We saw hundreds of animals, volcanos and sandy beaches. Thank you for making this trip an unforgettable adventure.