Quark Expeditions
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Quark Expeditions has explored the polar regions for three decades, taking guests on life-changing journeys to the Arctic and Antarctic. Quark Expeditions is committed to taking travellers beyond the ordinary, outside the predictable and expected. They have always been driven to discover what’s out there—and they’ve been committed to taking you places no one else can.
The vessels in Quark Expeditions’ fleet accommodate anywhere from 128 to 199 passengers. They know they can give guests the best polar experience on a smaller ship.
Elena Gatius
Travel Designer & Communication Strategist.
- Related topics:
- Arctic & Antarctica, Adventure, Expeditions, Nature
After 30 years of polar adventure, Quark Expeditions’ seasoned expedition team and polar specialists have endless passion and unparalleled knowledge to share. Their high ratio of staff-to-guests means a more personal experience (average of 1 expedition member for 7 passengers).
Quark Expeditions invites guests to experience the polar regions by land, sea, air and ice—not merely just see it through a window.
Quark Expeditions offers more ways to experience the polar regions than any other expedition company. Their robust portfolio of adventure options means passengers can truly personalize their polar experience.
Quark Expeditions’ expert guides, innovative itineraries and quick-deploy Zodiacs enable spontaneous, wildlife encounters never before imagined!
Our recommendation is to board on the new and innovative Ultramarine.
Key points:
- Location: Artic and Antarctica
- Accommodation: Between 128 and 199 passengers, depending on the boat.
- Activities: Kayaking, bear sighting, bird watching, fauna arctic and antarctica, stand-up paddle, camping in Antarctica, alpine trekking in Antarctica, helicopter flightseeing, heli-hiking, ice sheet experience, mountain biking in Greenland…
- Best season: Arctic from May to September, Antarctica from November to March.
The newest addition to their fleet, the 199-guest Ultramarine will be equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, 20 quick-launching Zodiacs, spacious suites, wellness amenities and numerous outdoor wildlife viewing spaces.
Their cabins have been designed to keep guests inspired by, and connected to, the breathtaking polar landscapes outside while recharging for their next adventure. All cabins feature an exterior view, either with picture windows or balconies.
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