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Why Mainland Ecuador Should be Part of Your Galapagos Adventure
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In our posts about the Galapagos, we’ve mainly stuck to talking about, well, the Galapagos. But there’s another destination that factors heavily into your adventure with Quasar Expeditions—mainland Ecuador. In a way, the Galapagos Islands have become the best and worst thing to ever happen to tourism in Ecuador. They bring more travelers to the …


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Tips for Visiting the Galapagos: Q&A with Actor Blair Underwood
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Award-winning actor Blair Underwood, perhaps best known for his role in the legal drama series L.A. Law, recently embarked on an exciting journey into the heart of the Galapagos Islands with Quasar Expeditions. Marketing director Fernando Diez sat down to chat with Blair about the …


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Family Karma Stars Vishal & Richa
on Their Unforgettable Patagonia Honeymoon With Quasar
15 min read

Embark on a journey like no other as Bravo's Family Karma stars, Vishal & Richa, take you on their unforgettable honeymoon adventure to the ends of the world in Patagonia with Quasar Expeditions. Discover their unique experience and why it was truly the trip of a lifetime in an intimate Q&A video.


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Award-Winning Galapagos Luxury Cruises
VISIT GALAPAGOS
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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…

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In the heart of the Pacific Ocean lies an archipelago that would forever change our understanding of life on Earth. The Galapagos Islands, with their unique and diverse ecosystems, became the origin of one of the most profound scientific theories ever conceived. It was here,…

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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…

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One piece of feedback we receive from nearly every Quasar Guest upon returning home is: “I wish I could’ve stayed longer in the Galapagos.” For many, an 8-day adventure is a fantastic start, but extending your stay allows you to dive deeper into the islands'…

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There’s something magical about the night sky. It’s a place where time seems to stand still, where the chaos of modern life fades, and we’re reminded of our place in the universe. This year, as the world gathered to witness the solar eclipse, it wasn’t…

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At Quasar Expeditions, we believe that true adventure extends beyond breathtaking landscapes and thrilling encounters. It's about creating lasting, positive impacts on the destinations we explore. Our Guests aren’t just seeing the world; they’re actively helping shape its future. This belief is the foundation of…

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Share Your Travel Story
Your Once in a Lifetime Adventures with Quasar

One of the rewards of hosting you and our other guests is learning about, and sharing, those amazing experiences from your adventure. These experiences are often life changing. We love to hear your stories with comments like, “I was literally kissed by a sea lion” or “One morning we ran into a pod of dolphins and the captain stayed with them for some time” or “Seeing Torres del Paine for the first time I felt as though I were looking through a porthole into another world!”

We invite you to share your stories of those amazing moments you experienced with Quasar Expeditions in the Galapagos, Patagonia, the Amazon, Mainland Ecuador, Machu Picchu, Colombia, Chile or Argentina.

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