I recently returned from a great trip to Ecuador. Paola from Haugan Cruises helped set up a trip to remember for years to come - Thanks Paola! ... read moreI recently returned from a great trip to Ecuador. Paola from Haugan Cruises helped set up a trip to remember for years to come - Thanks Paola! We started with a few days at the Hotel Mama Cuchara in Quito and then flew to the Galapagos for an 8 day cruise aboard the Camila. Every aspect fo the trip was taken care of for us and the crew aboard the yacht was there for every need. After the cruise, we flew back to Quito for a few more days before heading to La Selva deep within the Amazon. Everything about the trip was great. I've been on other expedition type vacations to Antarctica and Svalbard aboard other luxury cruise lines, but the service with Haugan was far superior! read less

Our group of 8 friends decided to splurge and choose Haugan Cruises and the Ocean Spray to explore the Galapagos Islands for an entire week. We only have good... read moreOur group of 8 friends decided to splurge and choose Haugan Cruises and the Ocean Spray to explore the Galapagos Islands for an entire week. We only have good things to say. The crew was friendly and courteous, the food was excellent, cabins are roomy, and most important of all, the natures guides that Haugan Cruises hire are outstanding (based on our experiences and other friends who had a different guide in a previous year). Our nature guide (Morris Garcia) was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining, speaks very good English and simply made our trip memorable. Every day we were busy with 3 to 4 activities (nature walk, dingy boat ride and snorkeling) and Morris was happy to share more of his time in the evening to describe the night sky of the southern hemisphere. read less

I booked a cruise through Haugan with my 3 kids (16, 19, 21) this past August. I had plane tickets and hotels booked. Two days before our trip, the Agent... read moreI booked a cruise through Haugan with my 3 kids (16, 19, 21) this past August. I had plane tickets and hotels booked. Two days before our trip, the Agent (Christian Jacome) called to say the cruise had been canceled. He worked overtime to find us a spot on a different boat. We had an epic life time experience. Great food, great people, great experiences! The pick up from the airport was flawless, the hotel was well coordinated, transportation was well coordinated. In spite of the last minute snafu, this company came through! I would recommend them without hesitation This company will go the extra mile to take care of you. read less

We visited the Galapagos aboard the Ocean Spray in late January-early February. It was an incredible experience. The cruise director, Sebastian was absolutely delightful. The attention to detail, the readiness... read moreWe visited the Galapagos aboard the Ocean Spray in late January-early February. It was an incredible experience. The cruise director, Sebastian was absolutely delightful. The attention to detail, the readiness to help, the informative and pleasant conversation and the discretion he demonstrated were only some of his qualities. He and the wonderful crew made this an incredible trip, worth every dime we spent. Also, our guide on the Islands, Josie, was just as wonderful. Knowledgeable, pleasant, well organized, excellent communicator and passionate about her work are qualities that she has in spades. She was also very patient with some of our co-travellers who had difficulty in the "getting organized" department. We were two of only 4 passengers for this trip with a crew of 12, so we did not lack for attention. A small group like this has its advantages for sure, but also some downsides. I will not get into the downsides as they had nothing to do with Haugan cruises or Sebastian, Josie or the crew. They were all marvellous. Visiting the Galapagos is a trip of a lifetime that few people get to do. Haugan cruises and, mostly, the crew of the Ocean Spray made it that much more special. Thank you Sebastian, Josie and the crew. You will be forever in the fondest part of our memory bank. read less