Quasar Expeditions Reviews

Name: Quasar Expeditions
Address: 10544 Northwest 11th Court, Plantation, Florida
Rating: 4.96

5.0 Rating 920 Reviews

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About Quasar Expeditions:

Quasar's vision is to create authentic and meaningful tours & cruise experiences for our fellow travelers. Voted by Travel+Leisure as the #1 Intimate-Ship Ocean Cruise Line for 7 consecutive years! (2018 - 2024), as well as the #2 Tour Operator of 2024, we’ve spent 38 years serving those who delight in travel, not tourism.

Quasar's cruise and tour Guests come to us seeking layers of depth and contrast: meaningful interactions with humans and the earth, well-appointed accommodations, unparalleled adventures, five star cultural cuisine, and awe-inspiring wildlife encounters. In turn, Quasar travelers become not only expedition enthusiasts, but conservators.

From hand-picked naturalist guides to the friendliest staff you’ll ever meet, our team is comprised of passion. Whether you’re exploring Galapagos, Patagonia, Chile, Ecuador, or Peru, we promise authentic experiences and lifetime memories.

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10544 Northwest 11th Court,
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Quasar Expeditions 5 star review on 13th May 2025

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“Tasha Williams's recommendations for activities and accommodations were spot on. Both Tasha and Martin Munoz were responsive to all of my queries in an expeditious manner and most pleasant. I felt Tasha understood my expectations and delivered. The only reason I didn't rate my experience as excellent is that I felt they didn't need to schedule private transportation with an interpreter for me from the Tierra Patagonia to the airport when the hotel already provided the service. Although it is an excellent example of their attention to detail, it was totally unnecessary.”

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Posted 5 years ago

Hi MJ, Thank so much you for your review and feedback. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your Patagonia Overland Safari! Our aim is always to provide our guests with an experience that will create memories that will last for a lifetime, and we hope we were able to fulfill this goal in the planning and execution of your trip. We appreciate your honest feedback regarding your transfer and we are sorry that your options were not clearly explained or reviewed upon the reservation of your trip. Shared transfers offered through the properties such as Tierra Patagonia, offer a limited schedule, which do not always fit all flight departures. For this reason we generally recommend private transfers in order to enhance the flexibility for our guests and to avoid risking an issue with a flight departure or a long wait at the airport. We hear your feedback and appreciate you bringing your comments to our attention, which will allow us carefully review transfer options for future guests, as per your suggestions. If you have any further questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact customerservice@quasarex.com We thank you for choosing Quasar Expeditions to experience the beauty of Patagonia, Chile and Argentina and we hope to see you again in another one of our destinations soon! - The Quasar Customer Service Team

Posted 4 years ago

“All of the staff at Quasar were very professional. We have recommended to several of our friends. They have been a great organization to work with.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“My family had a fantastic vacation on the M/Y Grace. Our guides were enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. Our cruise director and the entire crew were very friendly and helpful. We thought everything was planned and executed very well, from the activities to the food. We enjoyed the size and style of the M/Y Grace, with only 16 passengers the cruise felt personal and special. We would highly recommend Quasar and M/Y Grace for a cruise to the Galapagos Islands. Diane Schicke, Quasar customer service manager, answered all my questions with patience and helped us find the cruise that worked great for our family. A couple of other notes: I get motion sick easily and was concerned that a small boat would not be the right choice. I used the patch behind my ear and I did not get motion sick on the M/Y Grace. Our rooms were on the lower deck C1 and C3, the air conditioners were noisy. It would be nice if they were quieter.”

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Posted 5 years ago

Hi JS, Thank you for your review and for your detailed feedback. We're glad to hear you had a fantastic family vacation on Quasar's Grace Yacht. We're also happy to hear that you did not get motion sickness while on the cruise, as we understand this is sometimes a concern among Guests when choosing a yacht versus a larger ship in the Galapagos. Grace Yacht is also fitted with stabilizers for smooth sailing, which we are certain contributed to your enjoyment while on the yacht. Regarding your comments on the air conditioning system, these were transmitted to our maintenance team aboard the yacht soon after your cruise and they have been fixed for all future Guests. We apologize that you found the A/C system a little bit noisy during your departure. As always, we take the feedback of our Guests very seriously and always welcome constructive comments that can help us improve our experience. Thanks again for choosing Quasar and we look forward to welcoming you in one of our other destinations in the future. Sincerely, ~ The Quasar Customer Service Team

Posted 4 years ago

“They did everything”

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Posted 5 years ago

“The MY Grace is a lovely ship. The crew and the guides were excellent. The whole Galapagos trip was totally memorable. Quasar also arranged a trip for us to La Selva Ecolodge that was amazing and the Casa Gangotena in Quito was wonderful.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“It was a great trip, enjoyed by the all three generations of our family. Quasar and the crew of the Grace ensured that it was a wonderful experience. We would recommend Quasar and its Galapagos expeditions to everyone.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Quick responses, professional, excellent hotel recommendations and a beautiful trip. We will use Quasar again for sure. Thank you for everything!”

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Posted 5 years ago

“I cannot recommend Quasar's Galapagos cruise on the Evolution highly enough. My husband and I were first-time cruisers and the idea of cruising at all really put us off-- we typically like to have control over our plans, active schedules, flexibility, etc., but were told by many experienced travelers that the best way to see the Galapagos is by boat because of the scarcity and limitations on hotels. We are so glad we chose Quasar. Not only are the smaller ships (the Evolution has a maximum of 32 passengers) easier on the environment, but they also allow you to have a very personalized and intimate experience with the wildlife. We had 3 naturalist guides (all of whom had advanced degrees in biology, conservation, etc.) on our ship meaning we typically broke up into groups of about 10, and we very seldom ran into other groups or ships during excursions. Everybody was able to get up close to the incredible wildlife -- we saw sea lions, crabs, hammerhead sharks, white-tipped sharks, flamingos, penguins, sea turtles, tortoises, dolphins, iguanas, three types of boobies, other birds, tons of sea life, and I'm sure other things I'm forgetting. Everyday was packed with activities from snorkeling to short hikes to kayaking, etc. The small size of the ship also meant that we were able to be more flexible. For example, one day after lunch we saw in the far distance a pod of dolphins swimming by - the guides quickly leapt into action, told us to put our life jackets on, and we hopped into the dinghy boats to catch up to them. We spent 20-30 minutes riding alongside a pod of hundreds upon hundreds of dolphins, who were swimming, breaching, flipping, and playing alongside us. It was one of the most memorable experiences I have ever had in my life. I can't imagine a ship of 100+ passengers being able to do that. It wasn't on our schedule, but the guides really and truly were all about giving us the best experience ever and making sure we saw all that we could. In addition, the boat itself was beautiful and extremely well kept. They do an excellent job of keeping everything incredibly clean so that you feel comfortable walking around bare foot-- everybody's feet and shoes are hosed off after every excursion. The hot tub was also a very lovely amenity. Food was plentiful and fresh, and we were never served the same meal twice. The staff and crew were courteous and helpful and went above and beyond to ensure we all had a great time and were taken care of. I had very high expectations, but they were far exceeded by Quasar. I cannot recommend their Galapagos cruise enough.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“What an amazing adventure I had with my sister in the Galapagos Islands through Quasar Expeditions. Everything we had hoped for and more. Started with a fun adventure in Quito and then continued starting in San Cristobal Island with Quasar. We were on the Evolution, a beautiful ship (32-passengers). The staff was absolutely incredible - fun, friendly, helpful, accommodating. The ship is beautiful - the rooms are spacious and modern and there are lots of places to hang out on the boat, including the hot tub at the front of the boat and the bar lounge outside. The food was delicious and there was a lot of variety. The guides are so incredibly knowledgeable - we didn't just see things, we learned so much. I was so tired at the end of each day from all the great excursions - hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, more hiking. We also had great passengers on the trip who were easy to get along with and fun. One of the best parts of this trip was the small number of total passengers on the boat, which allowed us to be more free to explore. One day while eating lunch outside on the back of the ship, someone saw some dolphins - our guides told us to leave our lunch and jump in the pangas (small dinghys) and we were off, riding alongside what turned out to be a pod of hundreds (maybe even a thousand) dolphins. It was incredible. The entire trip was incredible and we would highly recommend this to anyone thinking of traveling to the Galapagos!”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Incredible focus on safety, education, preservation and luxury service.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Everything from this group was top notch and well organized.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Our recent trip to the Galapagos aboard the Evolution far exceeded our expectations. From the initial contact to the final leg of transportation home the staff of Quasar executed flawlessly. The Galapagos Islands are a very special place. Traveling the 450 nautical miles aboard the ship is definitely the best way to see as much wildlife and scenery as possible. The naturalists are very knowledgeable and their love and pride of their homeland was evident throughout the trip. The crew attended to every detail and went above and beyond in every aspect. It was definitely the trip of a lifetime and a must do if you have ever had even the slightest interest in exploring this part of our world. Thank you Quasar!”

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Posted 5 years ago

“We have just returned from a trip to Quito, La Selva Lodge and the Galapagos from November 30th to Dec 16th. We had the trip of a lifetime. We, unfortunately, cannot provide the names of all the people we interacted with in Quito. From the gentlemen who picked us up and took us back to the airport on numerous occasions to the lady who took us on a very informative four-hour walking tour of old Quito, and to the staff of the Casa Gangotena. The trip to La Selva Eco Lodge at the headwaters of the Amazon River was incredible and our guides Edwin and Henry worked hard to make it unforgettable. They allowed us time to take photos and imparted an incredible amount of knowledge about the area, the birds, other animals and mammals. The piranha fishing was a once in a lifetime thrill. The lodge itself is wonderful and the whole experience was better than anything we had anticipated. Once we returned to Quito, the staff at the Casa Gangotena went out of their way to have our laundry done before we left the next day for the Galapagos. The hotel itself is lovely. On our arrival at the Island of Baltra we were met by our guides from the M/Y Grace, Alex and Carolina. These two are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate people. The crew of the Grace were wonderful, I don’t remember all their names, but all should be told that they made our trip and have made us want to return to do the south west itinerary. Joseph, the manager, was well organized and made the trip seamless, Julio, the barkeep among all other jobs, seemed tireless, the chef created amazing dishes, Freddie and Pablo, the drivers of the boats to the Islands, were very skilled and the Captain who never seemed to sleep was obviously firmly in charge of all. The ship itself is lovely. Our heartfelt thanks to the company and all of the staff for this unforgettable experience.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Trip to Galapagos with Quasar was 5 star, most excellent! Everyone was professional from the room stewards to the dining staff and chef, and especially the naturalist guides. The daily excursions were well done, and varied, and well led. Our guides were so enthusiastic about the islands, their history, and their future. We thoroughly enjoyed every single day.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Wonderful tour. The crew and guides contributed greatly to this wonderful experience. I can’t think of one thing that could have been done better.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Quasar Expedition staff were attentive and really helpful in organising my trip to the Atacama Desert. They suggested I stay at the Alto Atacama Lodge which was a wonderful choice. I had a brilliant trip!”

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Posted 5 years ago

“I would recommend this trip the staff on the boat was so attentive and accommodating. Everything I wanted to see we saw and Ralfa the guide got to know each individual personally and made the experience even better. He gave us pointers on picture taking and capturing the best moments as well as ensuring we understood the geology and evolution.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Talk about amazing. Every trip tends to have a hiccup or 2 but Quasar did everything right, any chance they had to make this a 5-star experience they excelled at. I would use them again over and over again.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Excellent experience.everything well organized,”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Incredible! You will not regret taking the M/V Evolution to the Galapagos (unless you hate birds, amazing sealife, and the outdoors in general). The itinerary is very well organized to maximize your time in the National Park and the Naturalists on board are extremely knowledgeable. This is not your average cruise experience, this is an intimate exploration into one of the most unique places in the world. Tip: forget trying to protect with sunscreen on the equator, no amount will do- just cover up!”

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Posted 5 years ago

Quasar Expeditions is rated 5.0 based on 920 reviews