Quasar Expeditions - Plantation, Florida

Jaime A.

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.

Jean L.

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.

Jeff S.

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.

Dale T.

We recently returned from an absolutely fabulous trip to the Galapagos with this company. Diane & Paul, who were the two we worked with to set the trip up, were incredibly helpful in making the process streamlined & painless. They were also wonderful in their suggestions as to what to do both pre & post the cruise itself in the limited time we had to work with.

The cruise was a revelation as to the islands themselves of course. We enjoyed every minute of our time during the week. Making the experience even better was the knowledge & care of all the staff on the boat and the naturalists. The crew were extremely attentive to everyone's comfort and needs. The 3 naturalists' attention to detail & desire to impart their love of the Galapagos to all the clientele was evident in every minute of the day. Every excursion was filled with information about the environment, the animals, the history and the unique beauty of the islands. The many snorkeling opportunities were fabulous. The highlight for me was the chance to swim with too many sea turtles to count. Swimming with the rays, the sharks, the sea lions, the octopi, the moray eels and the many exquisite tropical fish wasn't bad either!

One word of caution--this is not a laid back vacation for relaxation. The only way to do this environment justice is to participate in all the hikes, panga rides, snorkeling opportunities offered. Bring your walking shoes and adventurous spirit and prepare for a trip of a lifetime!

Bombu

One of those trips where you realize everything was perfect. A stunning destination (the Galapagos are truly amazing), an exceptional ship, an outstanding crew (everyone was kind, warm, and highly professional), and impeccable service. There's no doubt that this experience has changed our lives forever. Next trip? Patagonia with Quasar. Gracias por todo!!!!

Gregg P.

Liz and I had an amazing trip! So much to see and everything - crew, guides, vessel, food, excursions, wildlife, logistics, etc. met and amazingly exceeded our very high expectations! We are avid divers and Liz is an avid bird / wildlife photographer. Every single crew member, guide, and willing adventurer shared our utmost level of passion and enthusiasm for a once in a lifetime experience for my milestone birthday. Our whole passenger manifest is still in touch - sharing photos, videos, and contemplating new adventures with others from our group. We had a great group of adventurous souls. I highly recommend this expedition to anyone with a spirit of adventure and taste for great wildlife, food, comfort, and comradery! I've posted a very few of many gopro snorkeling videos with massive schools of hammerhead sharks, mobula rays, sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, and many other tropical species. I'll post more here along with liz's far higher quality wildlife pics when we can. Thanks to all our hosts, guests, guides, and crew for the greatest expedition ever! Love you all!

Marlene S.

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.

Ronald S.

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.