Quasar Expeditions Reviews

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

5.0 Rating 869 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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4156898509

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Location:

10544 Northwest 11th Court,
Plantation
Florida
33322

Quasar Expeditions 5 star review on 20th November 2024

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“Quasar Expeditions provided an excellent experience for us. The staff was top notch and the guides were fabulous. Everything was taken care of seamlessly and with the utmost attention to detail. We were able to relax and enjoy the entire trip without a care in the world as we were transported into a part of the world that exists as nature at its best. Wonderful experience overall!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“Fantastic. Fun. Informative. Fabulous guides, service and food.”

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Posted 2 years ago

“just a couple comments .. the food - several people i spoke to commented on the food . the chef was an awesome concerned great person but given the quality of quasar the food was just not up to par . the cabin locations given the layout of the ship more than half of the people on the ship commented about the noise from the anchor coming up or down and we never got any quiet as we were near the generator we found out this is for sure something that we should have been told one guy jumped out of bed because he thought the ship had run into something the first night he heard the anchor go down .. also quito we were not told that quito was unsafe to walk around at night and even the day . 2 people on our trip were pickpocketed and a police chase ensued. lastly dogs i think it should be mentioned that there is a HUGE abandoned stray dog population. i was pretty shocked apon landing and seeing this i know that it does not apply to all but it really bummed out my visit to quito . the guides were great. there should be t-shirts or quasar goodies for the final evening " test " on what we learned during the cruise. our team one and i think we got a chocolate bar for 7 of us .”

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Posted 2 years ago

Hi Christine, Thank you for taking the time to give us your thoughtful feedback! We take these detailed reviews to heart as we want all of our valued Guests to experience the best trip possible. With that being said, we are sorry to hear that your trip with Quasar did not meet your expectations enough to warrant a 5-star review. Every detail of each of our cruises are carefully curated to ensure that our Guests have the adventure of a lifetime, so we would like to further address each of your comments below. In regards to the food served onboard your cruise in Galapagos, the overall rating of the food obtained from the comment cards that were filled out by you and other guests was 4.8/5 stars. Of the 15 total comment cards we collected, 13 of them rated the food 5/5 stars while there was only one 4/5 rating and one 3/5 rating. We understand how big of a role food plays on any luxury vacation! We would be interested in getting additional feedback from you on why the food onboard did not meet your standards. Someone from our customer service team will be reaching out to explore this in more detail. We also encourage you, or anyone with further questions, to contact us at customerservice@quasarex.com. In regards to the noise onboard, this is something that is inevitable when traveling aboard smaller yachts. We always want to ensure that you see the most and the best the islands have to offer, which requires our yachts to travel long distances that include making navigational crossings at night. As a result of that, you will likely hear some engine and generator noise in your cabin during sleeping hours. The sounds of waves against the hull and the sound of the anchor dropping when we reach our destination may also be heard as well. In addition, when the yachts are underway, the engine noise is constant and at about the same volume you experience onboard a jetliner. You'll encounter this noise not only on Quasar's yachts, but on all other yachts in the Islands and around the world. You can easily have a conversation, but you can also hear the presence of the engines in the background. We've heard that some people actually sleep better with constant background noise, while others do not. Our recommendation is that if you are extra sensitive to noise, to please ask your Guide for a pair of ear plugs, which are available free of charge for our Guests. Considering all of the wonderful benefits that come with traveling with a small, intimate group through one of the world's most pristine National Parks, we believe the noises heard aboard yachts are a small price to pay. In regards to the pickpocketing issue, we are very sorry to hear that this happened to a few of our Guests during your trip! Unfortunately, we were never made aware of this, which means this happened during a tour or service that they did not book directly with Quasar. We spoke with our Guides about this issue, and we can assure you that this did not happen during one of Quasar’s tours or services. Those that travel to Ecuador find it to be a beautiful country full of welcoming people, but just as when traveling anywhere in the world, you are advised to take certain precautions to ensure your personal security and those of your belongings. We advise all of our Guests to avoid wandering around large cities, such as Quito or Guayaquil, on their own and to avoid walking around certain neighborhoods at night. We recommend that our Guests be accompanied by a Quasar Guide at all times given they know these cities well and therefore know when and where to go and places to be avoided. Lastly, regarding your comment about stray dogs in Quito, for the most part, the dogs you saw are owned. In most cases, the dogs you see on the street are owned solely for the purpose of property protection. The human-animal bond in cities like this are significantly different from what most of us are used to, and we understand it can be shocking. Most stray dogs in Quito are fed a small helping of food from their owners, however, most must rely on food found on the streets to sustain themselves. Today, there are dozens of private organizations dedicated to rescuing these dogs and putting them up for adoption in private homes with owners who will take great care of them! Last year alone, the number of adopted dogs in Quito more than tripled from that of the previous year, and the number of dogs purchased in pet stores decreased by almost half. We assure you progress is being made on that front. We really do appreciate the feedback you've given to us as it helps in making us aware of things happening on our safari-style cruises! If you have any further comments or questions, please contact us at customerservice@quasarex.com. Thank you again for traveling with Quasar! Sincerely, ~ The Quasar Customer Service Team

Posted 2 years ago

“We had a wonderful experience with Quasar and the crew of the Grace! They were so accommodating and friendly! Our tour before in Quito was amazing also which Quasar arranged. Would highly recommend!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“This was the ultimate vacation! Quasar Expeditions did a marvelous job in getting all our needs taken care of - from the booking of our dream vacation to hotels between trips and transfers plus Covid testing as needed. We are already looking at other Quasar vacations to book our next vacation. Highly recommend using Quasar Expeditions. Thank you Quasar!!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“Great adventure! The staff was the best! Special mention to Bolo, Fredrico, Aleania and Aldo! David had the best meals! We will be recommending again that this is the cruise to take for the Galapagos!”

Quasar Expeditions 5 star review on 18th June 2022

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Posted 2 years ago

“From our first call with Quasar to the completion of our trip everything was seamless and flawlessly executed. Additionally, the adventures planned were filled with one pleasant surprise after another. Would recommend them and would use them again without question. Thank You for a wonderful experience!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“We did our Galapagos adventure safari from May 14 -21, 2022. The experience met and exceeded our expectations. The three guides were all excellent and invested in our experience. The food, Chef David, was wonderful and accommodated my vegetarian needs. The Evolution is a great boat. Comfortable cabins (though really just there to sleep and change clothes), and wonderful outdoor spaces, both covered and uncovered. We loved dining outdoors, as well as the outdoor bar and snacks space one deck up. Finally, the staff and crew seem to have invented the word "hospitality." We were so cared for and spoiled that the return to home life has been a challenge!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“We had a wonderful trip on the beautiful Grace. The knowledgeable naturalists, Lenin and Walter, guided us with information, care and humor : ))). The meals were as beautiful as they were delicious. The chef greeted us every night to make sure of our satisfaction. A smiling bartender kept us supplied with beverages, kind crewmembers helped us to and from the pangas and the beautiful Scarlet announced "good morning, good morning" every morning. The weather was perfect, the other guests were a delight, and the towel sculptures made me laugh every night--what's not to love? This was a beautiful experience and will be a lasting memory!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“Every bit of the planning process through the trip itself was impecable. Couldn't ask for a better experience. The quality of the staff is the best. I would highly recommend Quasar Expeditions”

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Posted 2 years ago

“Tasha was so hopeful. Always there when we needed. And our guide in Patagonia totally rock!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“You're in good hands from start to finish with Quasar. Trip planners and logistics experts know the destination and your needs. Attention to detail is excellent so you never have to worry even when traveling to far-flung locations in sometimes complicated post-pandemic times.”

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Posted 2 years ago

“Wonderful trip. Learned tons and met some amazing people both guests and crew. Created some great memories that will last a lifetime. Perfect way to see this amazing set of islands. Quasar is a well run outfit.”

Quasar Expeditions 5 star review on 29th May 2022

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Posted 2 years ago

“It was amazing! The best trip I have taken in a very long time!! The scenery was breathtaking. The guides were exceptional and Tierra Patagonia hotel is a very special place.”

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Posted 2 years ago

“Very attentive staff. Good follow up. Overall, they provide a semi-custom experience at a competitive price point.”

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Posted 2 years ago

Hello Bill, Thank you for taking the time to submit your review! We are sorry to hear that your trip with Quasar aboard the Grace did not meet your expectations enough to warrant a 5-star review. Every detail of each of our cruises are carefully curated to ensure that our Guests have the adventure of a lifetime. Someone from our customer service team will reach out to you to find out more about your experience with us and to learn how we could have improved it to make this a 5-star review. We also welcome you and anyone with questions to contact us at customerservice@quasarex.com. Thank you for traveling with Quasar to the Galapagos Islands. Sincerely, ~ The Quasar Customer Service Team

Posted 2 years ago

“Want to experience the Galapagos in all of its splendor and glory? Then book a seven night small ship cruise on Quasar's Evolution. It's everything you dreamed it would be. Only 30 passengers who long to explore the reason this part of our world so captivated Darwin. Snorkle with adorable Galapagos penquins, play tag with sea lions underwater as they roll around you, face off with resolute reptiles, hike remote volcanic landscapes and learn why these fascinating endemic creatures call this part of our planet home. You like birds? Just you wait! The bonus? You'll make new likeminded friends whom you'll share delicious meals with each day!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“We enjoyed our trip on board the Evolution immensely! The staff was excellent and the guides knowledgable. The rooms were comfortable and the food excellent. It was a trip of a lifetime!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“If active relaxation is your game! Quasar’s “My Grace” Galapagos cruise is for you and your loved ones. Our two personal Park Nationalist, who had grown up and studied in the Galápagos Islands, took our experience to another level. We met like minded fellow cruisers who helped point out and share in the up close awesome animal experiences. The yacht crew were helpful and fun, we actually missed them upon our return. Our food was personalized and always fresh, with meal options that far exceeded both my wife and my all too often opposite food preferences. We where able to unplug and leave all the planning to our “My Grace” crew. At times, we found ourselves feeling as though we had become part of the nearly 100 years of nostalgia surrounding the grand old lady, “My Grace”.”

Quasar Expeditions 5 star review on 23rd May 2022

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Posted 2 years ago

“Trip of a lifetime.”

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Posted 2 years ago

“The entire crew were outstanding. They kept us safe in the marine environment. The activities, food and accomodations were spectacular!”

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Posted 2 years ago

Quasar Expeditions is rated 5.0 based on 869 reviews