As one of 12 passengers aboard the small exploration boat Hans Hansson, you’ll visit places larger boats don’t venture too. You'll dine family style with the Captain and crew and savor the local knowledge they share, making your trip a once in a lifetime adventure! Learn more: http://bit.ly/2ASpIys
In 2013, modern-day explorer Tim Jarvis re-enacted Sir Ernest Shackleton's 1916 small-boat voyage from Elephant Island to South Georgia —a heroic feat in polar history.
Temperate climate and abundant food make the Falkland Islands an ideal breeding ground for birds.
The remote subantarctic island of South Georgia is one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
1:09Ness from Australia is an avid photographer who shares her delight in photographing iconic Antarctic wildlife. Find your unforgettable Antarctic moment: http://bit.ly/2CcOQR0
1:09John from England shares his excitement having achieved traveling to one of the ultimate destinations: South Georgia Island, a breeding ground for fur seals, elephant seals and king penguins. Find you
1:12Chen from China shares her reflections on humanity and conservation while in Antarctica. Find your unforgettable Antarctic moment: http://bit.ly/2CcOQR0
1:50Penguin Watch, a project run by Dr. Tom Hart, researches the threats to Antarctic penguins by conducting long-term monitoring of penguin populations. Quark Expeditions supports Penguin Watch by transp
Expedition team members share their story of a remarkable ‘Ocean Adventurer’ shore landing at seldom-visited Steeple Jason in the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), home of the world’s largest black b
One of the last zodiacs heads back to the Ocean Diamond off the coast of the Falkland Islands. Have you ever traveled on the Diamond? . ?: @acacia.johnson #TravelTuesday #TravelwithQuark #AntarcticE
What is an iceberg? How big are icebergs? Is there a difference between Arctic and Antarctic icebergs? Are there different types of icebergs? Find the answers in this inforgraphic.
Pam Perkins AKA Biker Chick Gone Crazy tells us about her experience in the Antarctic while visiting South Georgia, cruising in zodiacs for landings and visiting King penguin rockeries.
It’s World Penguin Day! Here’s what you can do to help conserve the cutest citizens of Antarctica.
Note: This passenger-favorite guest post -- recounting the first-hand observations and experiences on living in Antarctica, through each of its varied seasons -- was written by one of our very own...
History buffs rejoice! There are plenty of historic sites and monuments to visit on your Antarctic expedition, taking you back to the Heroic Age of Antarctic exploration.
Only a century ago, venturing as far south as the 7th continent was an undertaking requiring months of preparation and weeks at sea. You were literally taking your life in your hands, as Antarctic...
3:21The Falkland Islands (Malvinas) are teeming with wildlife and featuring beautiful scenery. Aboard the small exploration boat Hans Hansson, you’ll visit places larger boats can't venture too. For more
Whether it’s something we’ve actually committed to on paper, or merely an informal collection of our wildest dreams shelved away in the furthest recesses of our minds, most people have a travel...
Quark Expeditions is uncompromisingly polar, specializing in expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic. We’ve been the leading provider of polar adventure travel for over 25 years, and with a diverse fleet of specially-equipped small expedition vessels and icebreakers, we offer travelers unparalleled access to the most remote places on earth. The spirit of exploration runs deep in our polar pedigree and we are passionate about creating transformational experiences for fellow adventurers visiting these regions.
