Rawest Harmony in the Timeless Arctic

Ultramarine’s two twin-engine Airbus H145 helicopters are designed to take you deeper into the Polar Regions than any other helicopter in its class. Our helicopter-supported Adventure Options mean we

Guests traveling on Ultramarine have plenty of opportunities to rejuvenate and relax back on board the ship after a day spent exploring the polar wilderness. Check out the technologically-advanced shi

“The food on ship was fantastic. I personally don't have any dietary restrictions but something I did notice was how many options there were available that were either vegetarian or gluten free… Panor

“The Camping Experience was fabulous because it was an opportunity to spend time with local people. It just makes it magical to be able to talk about how they live. I chose Quark because they are pola

“I was really excited to check out Greenland because it looked unlike anything I'd ever seen. This is a really special voyage that Quark has put together… The Heli-Hiking option that's included with t

“The team know so much. They enjoy and make you part of it… You're really part of the environment. The helicopters you go up and you have the whole image of everything, but then you go to the micro wo

“The Quark guides are all really knowledgeable, super friendly, happy to talk about their area of expertise. On the trip we got to visit communities both in Greenland and in Canada. Both were fascinat

“Traveling as a family, I think the greatest part is that everyone gets a chance to reconnect, going kayaking in a lake that no one's ever kayaked in… The guides are so passionate. You can just sense

“It's lovely to come back to the ship, which is really cozy, always really nice and warm. You can drop into the sauna, have a steam. And there's a range of body treatments and massage treatments… I've

“You come and you learn from the people who are elite in their field. They take you to inaccessible places and then you get out of the helicopter. It's given me a chance to try different things, with

“This is my fourth polar trip. Canada's an area that I haven't been to yet, so I wanted to explore this part of the world. Being a solo traveler, it's very convenient. There are lots of people to inte

Ultramarine is more than just a ship. It’s your home base in the Polar Regions where you rejuvenate after a day spent exploring the polar landscapes. Ultramarine’s superb onboard amenities, including

At last, the ship you’ve long dreamt about, the ship that will forever change the way we explore the pristine Polar Regions. On November 25, 2021, Ultramarine will set sail in the Antarctic, the culmi

Polar travelers have long been waiting to witness Ultramarine’s twin-engine helicopters—which will forever change the way we explore and experience the Polar Regions. These two helicopters will take t

Polar adventurers share one burning question these days: “What happening with Ultramarine?” Enthralled with the story of Quark Expeditions’ technologically-advanced new ship, polar enthusiasts will be

Quark Expeditions’ technologically-advanced ship, Ultramarine, is a game-changer in polar adventure. With its two twin-engine helicopters, 20 quick-deploy Zodiacs, the largest portfolio of off-ship ad

In February 2021, Ultramarine underwent rigorous sea trials during which every aspect of the ship was tested. “The Quark Expeditions team and the shipyard crew put our purpose-built ship through its p

In the summer of 2020, a team from Quark Expeditions embarked on a reconnaissance voyage to the remote fjords and alpine zones of South Greenland to curate a one-of-a-kind itinerary for polar traveler