A breathtaking shot of a Humpback whale , waving to some Quark Expeditions passengers in Antarctica.
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Modern-day polar adventurers draw inspiration from generations of Antarctic explorers
Generations of polar adventurers have relied on the expertise and achievements of earlier explorers. Likewise, Quark Expeditions today draws on three decades of polar exploration to guide them.
A message from Andrew White, President of Quark Expeditions
We’ve introduced a Book With Confidence policy so we can offer you flexible rebooking and risk-free cancelation options.
Living the Polar Promise: Embracing Sustainable Travel
At Quark Expeditions, sustainability is more than a goodwill gesture. Our Polar Promise is a holistic strategy of concrete, measurable practices that we embrace on every polar voyage we take.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Polar Bears
Guest post by Thea Bechshoft, staff scientist at Polar Bears International
South Georgia, the Galapagos of the Southern Ocean
The remote subantarctic island of South Georgia is one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
Top Reasons You’ll Love Traveling on Ocean Adventurer
Find out what makes this ship so special that even the Expedition Team insist it’s their favourite polar ship.
A Dream Becoming a Reality
Last week, at Brodosplit in Croatia, we held the keel-laying ceremony, marking the next chapter in Ultramarine’s construction: the build of its hull and superstructure.
An Unscripted Arctic Safari: Candid Encounters With Iconic Wildlife
On an expedition through the Arctic, you never know what may roam around a bend, over a rise, or float on an iceberg. Our arctic safaris reward travelers with a very different “Big 5.”
Building Meaningful Connections: Polar Expeditions Go Beyond Travel Memories
Meeting like-minded people from diverse backgrounds and different life stages is an often overlooked benefit of expedition travel.
Arctic Exploration and Coming Face to Face With Icons
For travelers exploring the Arctic, spotting a polar bear in its natural environment is the ultimate experience and one they never forget.
Arctic Communities: Understanding Their Connection to The Remote North
The Arctic has been inhabited by humans for thousands of years, giving rise to incredible cultures and fostering a deep connection between it’s people and the environment.
Women Breaking Boundaries – and Achieving Balance – in the Polar Regions
Just a century ago, it was unthinkable that a woman might set foot on Antarctica. Today we celebrate the trailblazing women who paved the way for generations of female polar explorers.
Five Ways You’ll Find Love in the Arctic
It’s impossible not to have a heartfelt response when you’re at the top of the world. Here are 5 ways you’ll find the love you’re looking for in the Arctic.
North Pole Dreaming: Journey to the Top of the World
Standing at the North Pole is a dream only a handful of travelers fulfill. Quark Expeditions has been bringing world-travelers to the North Pole for nearly 30 years – longer than anybody else.
Marine Superstitions, Time-Honoured Ship-Building Rituals and the Magic of the Steel-Cutting Ceremony
