Quark Expeditions

So you've decided to swap your flip-flops and swimsuit for a waterproof jacket and a thermos? Have you decided that if not now, then when? An excellent choice: massive icebergs, diverse wildlife and awe-inspiring landscapes await you in the most undiscovered areas of the world, but the question remains: how to get there? We would like to introduce you to Quark Expeditions®, specializing in expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic. It has become a precursor of polar adventures since the company first took a group of passionate travelers to the rugged North Pole in 1991.

For thirty years, Quark Expeditions® has continually innovated and broken the mold in extreme travel. With a diverse fleet of specially equipped small expedition ships and icebreakers – some of them equipped with helicopters – Quark Expeditions® delivers unforgettable polar experiences – and is able to take guests deeper into the polar regions than anyone else. Cruises are designed to maximize your experience in destinations such as Antarctica, Iceland, Greenland, Svalbard (Norway), the Arctic Archipelago, the Russian Arctic with the Bering Strait and Patagonia.

Guests aboard Quark Expeditions® sail with experienced expedition teams, including award-winning National Geographic photographers, marine biologists, ornithologists, glaciologists, historians and other scientists. There is one polar expert for every seven passengers on board.

Quark Expeditions fleet:

Ultramarines

The newest addition to Quark Expeditions®, the Ultramarine will accommodate 199 guests. She is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, the most spacious suites in her category, wellness amenities and more outdoor wildlife viewing space than other expedition ships of her size. If you are looking for a truly extreme cruise on board an ultra-luxury ship, and a high budget is not a problem for you, then Ultramarine should be your first choice.

World Explorer

One of the fastest and most luxurious ships in the Quark Expeditions® fleet. It delights with space for relaxation - each apartment is equipped with a balcony, and some of them overlook the ocean. It has a library and an exclusive lounge - perfect for a drink or a chat. For active adventure seekers, add-ons include kayaking, camping, and stand-up paddling.