The Award-Winning Quasar Evolution Yacht
EXCLUSIVELY FOR ONLY 32 GUESTS
Experience the Galapagos in spacious comfort and privacy aboard a yacht that retraces the footsteps of Darwin. The Evolution cruises the archipelago with the lines and style of the roaring 20’s, while offering the finest amenities and service of modern times.
Enjoy a sense of relaxed freedom on board the Evolution with 360-degree exterior walkarounds, recently renovated spacious suites, and unparalleled familial hospitality. Darwin’s discoveries are brought to life by naturalist guides with 15+ years of experience.
Adventure Yacht
With features like an oversized Jacuzzi, triple cabins and dive deck, families tell us the Evolution was their ideal choice.
with Modern Amenities
Designed after vessels from the Golden Age of Travel, the Evolution is a Galapagos classic with all the modern amenities and contemporary décor.
Nearly 200 ft long, M/V Evolution combines size and stability with the intimacy of a small compliment of guests.
Our itineraries are designed to combine top tier landing sites with balanced activities to maximize peak, and unexpected, animal encounters.
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About The Evolution
the Galapagos Way
Feast on sustainably-sourced, thoughtfully-prepared cultural cuisine and become immersed in the history, gastronomy, and people of Galapagos.
the Eyes of Locals
Our friendly team of hand-picked naturalist guides, crew members, chefs, and tour conductors has over 3 decades of experience.
Human Connection
The most knowledgeable, friendly team of local experts and hospitality specialists in the region has been selected to enhance your Galapagos experience.
Watching
Bird watchers delight in daily opportunities to see some of the most rare, bizarre, and exotic bird species in the world.
Galapagos skies are starry and bright. Enjoy star-gazing experiences during several nights of your cruise, led by our experienced naturalists guides.
An internationally famous photography destination, the Galapagos Islands are packed with unique landscapes, captivating wildlife, dramatic sunsets, and otherworldly terrain.
(available at extra cost)
With vibrant marine life encounters and turquoise blue coves, this world-class experience is a Guest favorite.
Kayaking
From crystal clear waters to calm inlets, sea kayaking offers insider access to secluded coves, mangrove estuaries, and beautiful beaches.
& Hikes
Explore Galapagos by foot, guided by naturalist guides with 15+ years of experience touring the islands. They are the real pioneers.
Explore the vibrant underwater world of the Galapagos from the ship or shore, with wildlife encounters that will spark your sense of wonder.
on your Next Adventure
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tour options
& The Amazon Basin
and activity levels
ISM AND SOLAS CERTIFIED.
GLOBAL TRACKING SYSTEM.
M/V Evolution abides under all international standards of safety for a Galapagos cruise ship of its type. It is ISM (International Safety Management) certified and is equipped with an emergency alarm system, 3 emergency life rafts for 26 pax each, emergency life vests, fog horns, a PA system, smoke detectors, a sprinkler system and fire extinguishers. All emergency equipment is SOLAS certified. The yacht also carries 2 dingies (pangas/zodiacs) for 16 pax each and 1 dingy for 12 pax for day to day activities.
Offered on all Quasar departures, guests of any experience level are invited to explore the ins and outs of Galapagos. From crystal clear waters to calm inlets, sea kayaking offers insider access to secluded coves, mangrove estuaries, and beautiful beaches.
Experience the Galapagos by foot, guided by naturalist guides with 15+ years of experience touring the islands. With colorful plantlife, inspiring wildlife encounters, and other-wordly terrain, Guests of any age enjoy land excursions on every island.
Explore the vibrant underwater world of the Galapagos from the ship or shore. One of the most renowned daily activities in Galapagos, snorkeling requires no prior experience and can be enjoyed immensely by guests of all ages.
At Quasar Expeditions, our vision is to create authentic, meaningful land and sea experiences for our fellow travelers – unforgettable dining experiences included. The sustainably-sourced, thoughtfully-prepared cultural cuisine we serve pays tribute to the unique history, gastronomy, people, and agriculture of our destinations.
Feast on freshly caught tuna, sip on locally-grown coffee, and enjoy Ecuadorian flavors brand new to your pallet. Our menus are carefully crafted by celebrated chefs to nourish our Guests and fuel your Authentic Experiences and Lifetime Memories.
Each of our naturalists have over 15 years of experience providing Guests with an insider understanding of the Galapagos. All are level-3 certified, the highest level of guide expertise attainable in the archipelago.
The most knowledgeable, friendly team of local experts and hospitality specialists in the region has been selected to enhance your M/V Evolution experience. Prepare to be delighted by the friendliness and great service of one of the best crew teams in the Galapagos.
Bird watchers delight in daily opportunities to see some of the most rare, bizarre, and exotic bird species in the world. Keep a lookout for the quirky Flightless Cormorant, which due to the lack of predators, has lost its ability to fly.
Galapagos skies are starry and bright. Enjoy star-gazing experiences during several nights of your cruise, led by our experienced naturalists guides.
The location of the archipelago right at the equator, combined with the absence of light pollution, makes Galapagos skies ideal to witness the constellations of both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
An internationally famous photography destination, the Galapagos Islands are packed with unique landscapes, captivating wildlife, dramatic sunsets, and otherworldly terrain. Kodak moments await around every twist and turn.
Scuba diving is offered as an additional activity for those guests seeking full Galapagos immersion. With vibrant marine life encounters and radiant coves, this world-class experience is a Guest favorite.
Please inquire for full details on how to book a dive trip directly with an island based diving outfitter.