Quasar ExpeditionsReviews of quasarex.com

Our trip was outstanding. Everything from the clean, spacious room to the delicious food, the warm, eager-to-please staff and guides was perfect. This was a totally relaxing vacation - no internet - that far exceeded our expectations. We look forward to going again when our grandchildren are old enough to enjoy it.

Dear Diane, Paul and the Quasar Expeditions Team, Thank you for making our travel to Islands of Galapagos exceptional. We enjoyed the trip and are grateful for all of your efforts in making our experience from the planning phase to our return home, truly outstanding!

I cant say enough great things about Quasar. Every step was well planed. I never had to guess or worry about tickets or transportation. The guides and staff are wonderful. The two guides on the boat are a must for everyone. Raphael and Juan are outstanding. I noticed other tour companies and talked to guest that didn't even come close to the service received by Quasar. I cant wait to use Quasar again. Thank you for a vacation of a lifetime. Mark Miller

Our group of 32 family, friends, and associates was not an easy one to organize or to please. Most are discerning travelers and many are budget-minded. We had diverse abilities, needs, and expectations—and everyone ended up with nothing but praise and also awe at this one-of-a-kind interaction with nature, science, and culture with very intense encounters with nature while feeling pampered and respected. One member of our group had a limited ability to walk due to recent knee surgeries and other problems. He fully expected to lounge on the boat while others enjoyed the creatures up close. Your crew determined that he would see and do almost as much as the others and created a exceptional plan where the ship’s captain and doctor went on every excursion with him to assist his walking and insure his safety. You arranged special panga rides to the prime spots so he could avoid walking too far or make difficult landings. This was so far above and beyond an expectation that not only did this gentleman have a fantastic time, we all reveled in his enjoyment—and noticed that his physical abilities improved with what turned out to be therapeutic! These guests included serious mountain climbers, expert divers, professional photographers, a marine biologist, experienced yachtsmen, many doctors, lawyers, PhDs in various fields, a writer, filmmaker, judge, editor, and policymakers—a very tough crowd! We also had two people with medically challenging diets. There was not a single complaint about the cabins, delicious meals, or even the demanding schedule. Not only was every need met—the crew intuited some before the request was made. (One guest prefers to drink iced tea and she brought her own mix. When the bartenders saw what she was doing, he brewed some fresh and served it to her as a surprise. Many of us started ordering it as well.) Of course we could rave about the amazing sightings of many varieties of whales, rare birds, undersea encounters in crystalline water, but another group might have a different—but surely as interesting—experience. However, the value of these was not just a list of species but the depth of the information and context that our naturalists conveyed. Also, it was because of their expertise in knowing where to go, the exact time of day, how to avoid other groups in the same location, which was food for the mind and soul as well as the immediacy of the uniqueness of the moment. First and foremost, though, I must praise the safety on this vessel. Getting off an on pangas in various sea conditions can be tricky and your system of three people assisting helped people in their 30s to late 70s to be confident. Plus you always had staff to lend a hand at sea, while snorkeling, or on land in difficult terrain to help many—including me—to have a “personal best” in terms of meeting physical challenges. Your system for handling various levels of snorkelers in open water was the best I’ve ever seen. I cannot praise the crew highly enough for their smarts, professionalism, and personal kindness. Plus, there were certain touches of comfort and luxury made the voyage extra special for me including icy towels after a hot excursion, those delicious and healthful tropical fruit smoothies, the always-fresh and interesting Ecuadorian cuisine, the warm Jacuzzi and cool beverages after a snorkel, the generous beach and spa towels, the wet suit assistance, the luxury linens, tasty snacks, yummy soups, and so much more! I cannot praise Quasar highly enough for its preparation, attention to detail, educational aspects, humor and fun, professionalism, and personal kindness from everyone we encountered.

Quasar met and exceeded all of my expectations. When one person in our tour group had a medical episode, Quasar got medical attention right away. They provided everything that was necessary to accomodate the ill passenger and his spouse. It could have have been handled better. I would strongly recommend Quasar Expeditions in anyone's travels.

Every aspect of our Galapagos excursion was wonderful. The whole crew from Captain on down went out of their way to provide great service and make sure that every need was met. The guides were extremely knowledgeable, the food was delicious and beautifully presented, the attention to each person's individual needs was remarkable and every member of the crew was delightful.

Our Galapagos trip was terrific in every aspect: Daily outtings to observe the animals & fauna, great guides, schedule flexibility to take advantage of unplanned opportunities (like following dolphins), ship cleanliness, safety concerns, food (freshness & variety), conduct of crew. My husband's only complaint was lack of internet/cell reception.

The Evolution is a beautiful and immaculately maintained ship with surprisingly large staterooms and gracious common areas. The crew was unfailingly welcoming and helpful. Our naturalists, Rapha and Pedro, were knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Everyone, even the non-swimmers, got into the water and snorkeled by the end of the trip. The food was excellent, the itinerary carefully planned. They made certain that we saw a tremendous diversity of animals and plants and geological formations. I especially appreciated the little touches, such as the scented washcloths (warm or cold depending upon our activities) and drinks (hot or cold) that were handed to us upon our return to the boat after a snorkeling or hiking. The Quasar staff on land were also very helpful before the trip. Their recommendations and information were always helpful.