Quasar Expeditions Arvostelua 776

The trip was much more than I expected. The Naturalists were the best. Very informative and the numbers of birds and animals we saw was amazing. The crew were the best ac well. Food was amazing.

Around our trip to the Galapagos we worked with Quasar to organize a tour to Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu in Peru and visits to Quito, Hacienda Zuleta and La Selva Lodge in Equador. All the arrangements worked perfectly, their staff were attentive, professional and delightful and our guides were so knowledgable, connected and interesting. We had an amazing trip and could not speak more highly of Quasar. We strongly recommend them to anyone trying to organize similar experiences.

The crew and naturalists onboard the Evolution are superb! They genuinely strive to make sure each passenger’s needs are met and that they are comfortable and having FUN!

The Ecuadorian naturalists’ enthusiasm is infectious, and all are experts in biology, conservation, and wildlife!

The food is incredibly delicious - not just for a boat in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, but is what you’d get in a high-end restaurant!

The renovated fishing boat is gorgeous inside and out, and includes comfortable outdoor and indoor lounging areas.

Breathtaking wildlife are inches away on land and while snorkeling - great photos abound!

Snorkeling was the highlight for us! And as novice snorkelers, the crew kept a close eye on us, helping us feel comfortable and safe.

It’s impressive how everything from morning wake-up to delicious meals to fascinating tours are all handled with artful precision.

We highly recommend this trip with Quasar Expeditions if you want to experience the adventure of a lifetime!!!

Going to the Galapagos was a dream trip for my husband and me. I'm so happy we picked the Quasar Evolution cruise! Our cruise itinerary was designed perfectly. The guides and crew were amazing – professional, friendly, kind and knowledgeable. They truly shared their passion with us and it made for a rich experience. The Evolution yacht was very gorgeous and comfortable – at 30 persons it was large enough to interact with a wide variety of interesting and nice people but small enough that it could go almost anywhere and there was never a queue for any activity. The logistics were incredibly well thought out! The small group 10 to 1 ratio of guests to guides for the excursions is a huge benefit of choosing Quasar. I cannot recommend them highly enough. On a scale from 1 to 5 they are a 100.

Amazing, once in a lifetime. Fantastic food, fantastic boat, right amount of activities, saw and learned so much more than I could ever have expected or dreamed of. Guides were amazing.

Just finished the most incredible experience on the quasar Expedition with the most fabulous crew and guides to the Galapagos. I traveled with my family and had recently had shoulder surgery, and Diego, Monica and Alexandro and Doctor Dan and Diego the Captain of the ship and Ricardo all took such good care of me, It was my extended family!!! I am grateful for all them and the company for making this such an memorable time that I will never forget!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY!! Also want to Thank Maria our Guide for the week of Quito with Quasar, again I couldn't say enough how great our time was in Quito and how incredible Maria was .... We were very lucky to have her as well!!!!! She took such good care of me and my family.

Good morning everyone enjoy your life

We had an outstanding experience aboard the Princess Grace Yacht sailing though the Galápagos Islands. We were delighted with the daily snorkeling, nature hikes and nature briefings. The food was excellent and ample, living quarters and common areas comfortable & welcoming, service aboard the yacht attentive and nature guides friendly and knowledgeable.
We highly recommend this excursion!

Our trip to the Galápagos Islands with Quasar was absolutely spectacular ! The ship was very comfortable and the meals and drinks were excellent. The friendly and professional crew really put the experience over the top. Multiple snorkeling and land adventures everyday got us up close to the wildlife and there was never a dull moment. I highly recommend this trip !

Exceeded expectations in every way! I’ve traveled extensively over the years, always avoiding organized adventures. However, my research indicated the best way to explore the Galápagos was via a cruise. This 8 day adventure was over the top! A stellar crew, amazing food, and naturalists with a passion. I now plan to do a second cruise with Quasar to see the remainder of the Galapagos. I can attest to why this company is so highly rated-they earn it!

I was blown away with the ease of planning that came with work with the Quasar team. So many details were handled and I really felt like I was working with people that loved the trip they were helping me set up. Everything was great on the trip from the crew to the boat (mv Evolution) to the food, and the guides were next level top notch and everyone was fun and helpful to be around.
We got great weather, not sure that was expected that time a year and really saw some things Im not sure is normal. One afternoon after a hike, we followed a family of Orcas.
The schedule was busy but nothing too intense. and the way everything was so well planned really made each day special in its own way.

El viaje a Galápagos, a bordo del Evolution, fue inmejorable. Disfruté muchísimo de las instalaciones del yatch. La atención de los guías y sus detalladas explicaciones, la dedicación de la tripulación, las comidas riquísimas, hicieron que me sienta excelente en ese paraíso natural. Recomendable desde todo punto de vista. Gracias.

Absolutely exceptional, from start to finish. Every detail and every person we interacted with greatly exceeded our expectations. If you're headed to the Galapagos, save yourself time Googling and simply book with Quasar. It is impossible to travel with them and not be blown away.

As we boarded the Grace Yacht on April 29th we had very high expectations for our two-week Galapagos cruise. I'm happy to report that not only did the cruise meet my wife, Rhonda's, and my expectations, but it also greatly exceeded them.
It was a thrilling two weeks. Each day, we averaged two hikes and two snorkel sessions, each in different areas of the Galapagos, under the direction of our superb naturalist guides, Alejandro, Diego, and Walter. There were always two guides on the yacht and we divided into small groups of 8 passengers each day. We have never had such intimate interaction with wild animals on any trip we've taken, including an African photo safari last August. To say the animals were oblivious to our presence would be an accurate description of their attitude, but a bit too harsh. A better description would be that they were unconcerned and, in many instances, quite curious about our being in their world. They would frequently invade our personal space to check us out, and that was just fine with us.
The Grace yacht was spectacular. Its pedigree is fascinating. It was once owned by Aristotle Onassis, who gave it to Princess Grace for her honeymoon with Prince Rainier III. The ship has hosted the likes of Winston Churchill, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton to name just a few. It also played an amazing role in World War II taking part in the evacuation of Dunkirk and even capturing a Nazi submarine. Spending time on its decks allowed one to experience a life gone by reserved for only a few. And it remains the second fastest boat currently touring the Galapagos, which helps maximize the area you can cover each day.
The crew was also spectacular. Our every need was taken care of. And the food each day, prepared by a couple of outstanding chefs, was superb. No trip is ever perfect, but this one was close to perfect.

Quasar is totally focused on all the details needed to provide a safe, fun, educational and delicious experience. Beginning with the registration process, to meeting us at the airport, to boarding, to the incredible guides and gourmet food, all of it was spectacular. We learned a great deal, met others who were committed to learning and had a lot of fun. If you are contemplating going to the Galapagos, there is only one company to consider, Quasar.

Quasar were excellent throughout the holiday from our planning, their execution and the overall experience. Paul and Diane were excellent and pulled together an almost 3 week trip to the Galapagos, the Amazon and the day trips in mainland Ecuador. The entire itinterary was perfectly planned and executed. We had a very low people to naturalist ration in Galapagos and the Amazon and a person naturalist on Mainland Ecuador. This was such a good experience we are thinking about going with Quasar to Patagonia next year. Top marks!

We sailed with the Quasar Evolution from April 5 to 12. The booking agents (Diane and Paul), ship, captain (Diego), cruise director (Ruben), crew, naturalists (Bolivar, Cornelia, and Monika), meals, island visits, water activities, scenery, and animals all exceeded our expectations.
The booking process was simple, with a lot of information that helped us prepare for the trip. Even though we arrived very late (near midnight) and had a long drive (45 min) from the airport into Old Town Quito, we felt safe with our driver and the hotel staff was waiting for us (all arranged by Quasar). Our city tour guide, Gabriel (also arranged by Quasar), gave us a good introduction to the history of Quito and its beautiful plaza and churches.
The seven days on the Evolution were well-organized and filled with a comfortably paced schedule of water and land activities. All activities were led by the national park naturalists who were very personable, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about the islands. Unscripted on-board activities added to the trip, such as daily siestas, visiting the bridge while crossing the equator, impromptu stargazing, and happy hours in the open-air lounge.
We also enjoyed the company of extraordinary, interesting, and friendly fellow passengers. While the mix of people on an expedition cruise cannot be predicted, we can’t help but think that the Evolution itself attracts special people.

Truly a trip of a lifetime! From start to finish the entire cruise was a dream. The Schicke's made planning the trip easy with VIP entry, excellent recommendations for Quito hotel and day trip. The Evolution crew was superb as were the knowledgable and local guides providing informative and fun daily expeditions - hiking, exploring and snorkeling. The only thing I would change is limiting the time spent at Darwin Research Center in Santa Cruz. It could have been much shorter. All else A+++

All of the quasar elements were very well organized and top quality. Diane's recommendations for pre and post trip excursions were very enjoyable and the guides and drivers were exceptional. I especially enjoyed the express customs clearance after a long travelling day. The Grace ship and crew were excellent, I really enjoyed the meals. To have such an excellent chef for only 16 passengers was a treat. The naturalist/guides on board were very professional and helpful and we especially appreciated Monica. The bar was not always manned, if there is a way to increase the coverage, that would be good. We were told there was a buzzer to summon the bartender but I did not find it.

The trip was amazing from start to finish, all elements were perfectly organised and exceeded our expectations in all areas.