Quasar Expeditions
Travel ArrangementsPichincha, Ecuador51-200 Employees
Quasar Expeditions is a mid-sized travel operator focused on land and sea itineraries designed for travelers seeking authentic and meaningful experiences. Its programs emphasize interactions with people and the natural world, comfortable accommodations, and access to unique wildlife encounters and cultural immersion across South America, including the Galapagos Islands, Patagonia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru. The company is based in Quito, Ecuador, and has built its niche through decades of expedition travel. Travel + Leisure has recognized Quasar as a leading operator, naming it the #1 Intimate-Ship Ocean Cruise Line for eight consecutive years (2018–2025) and listing it as the Top Tour Operator of 2025. In 2026 the firm expanded its regional footprint with new offices in Ecuador and announced a partnership with ABB to retrofit a yacht with hybrid-electric propulsion for Galapagos operations, signaling a step toward more sustainable travel options.