Galapagos: South America Travel Insights

Imagine setting sail on a journey that would not only change your life but also alter the course of scientific thought forever. My name is Charles Darwin, and I embarked on such a voyage when I first visited the Galapagos Islands in 1835 during the…

Step back in time with me, Charles Darwin, to the year 1835. Imagine the wonder and curiosity as I first set foot on the Galapagos Islands during the historic voyage of the HMS Beagle. These remote islands, with their unique geology and diverse wildlife, were…

People often ask me how Quasar Expeditions began, eager to uncover the roots of our adventure-driven spirit. Few realize that the story traces back to a pivotal moment in 1969, when a chance encounter with the Galapagos Islands on a girl-only school field trip sparked…

As the founders of Quasar Expeditions, my husband Eduardo and I have dedicated nearly four decades to exploring and preserving the breathtaking Galapagos Islands through our safari-style cruises. In our journey, we’ve witnessed firsthand how responsible tourism plays a pivotal role in maintaining the delicate…

When you think of a family-owned business, you might picture a son running a local car shop or cousins working together in a cozy café. But how many families have nurtured and sustained a business for nearly forty years, seamlessly blending their relationships and values…

I arrived at Hacienda Zuleta in Ecuador seeking silence on our honeymoon. In my mind, deserving silence. I had earned my vacation, plowing through deadlines, Zoom meetings, and the wedding planning. “I hate to come home to a dirty house,” I thought, as I willed…