Cruises Operated by Quark Expeditions

from $33,295

Save 10%

EXPLORE

Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia

23 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• See thousands of pairs of penguins
• Follow in Shackleton's footsteps
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Enjoy Flightseeing tours

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage aboard the Ultramarine. This epic Antarctica  expedition includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine, full of significant milestones for any world traveler.

Cruise Details

0

from $27,695

Save 10%

EXPLORE

Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore the Falkland Islands
• Meet three species of penguins
• Watch for whales and seals
• Kayak or swim in Antarctic waters

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Variable

From Ushuaia, Argentina enjoy a true polar expedition to the northernmost tip of Antarctica on this round trip 20-day small ship cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer. Visit the remote Falkland Islands and see South Georgia's incredible wildlife as you immerse in the icy realm of the Antarctic. Glacier treks and zodiac excursions highlight the journey.

Cruise Details

0

from $27,195

Save 25%

EXPLORE

South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 18 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer

• Explore king penguin rookeries
• Experience Zodiac rides
• Enjoy on-board lectures
• Explore Antarctica

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 18-day expedition aboard the World Explorer to explore Antarctica and South Georgia, including a visit to Sir Ernest Shackleton's resting place. Encounter unique wildlife as you explore Ushuaia, South Georgia, the Antarctic Peninsula, and more. Explore abandoned whaling stations and hear captivating local stories.

Cruise Details

0

from $25,295

Save 25%

EXPLORE

South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari

18 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore king penguin rookeries
• Tour abandoned whaling stations
• Enjoy on-board lectures
• Step foot on the 7th continent

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join this incredible 18-day cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer to Antarctica and South Georgia. Discover the unique wildlife and reflect at the resting place of the great explorer, Sir Ernest Shackleton.

Cruise Details

0

from $30,195

Save 25%

EXPLORE

Snow Hill to the Peninsula: Emperor Penguins and the 7th Continent

Buenos Aires, Argentina - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Buenos Aires
• Spot seals and whales
• Sail the Beagle Channel
• Cross the Drake Passage

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Kayaking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on this 18-day Snow Hill to the Peninsula aboard Ultramarine Buenos Aires roundtrip. Begin in the vibrant Buenos Aires, explore Ushuaia, cross the Drake Passage, and marvel at Emperor penguins and glacial wonders. Enjoy expert-led excursions, Zodiac cruises, and breathtaking wildlife encounters.

Cruise Details

0

from $18,395

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Toronto
• Discover Greenland
• Visit Nuuk
• Explore Canada's High Arctic

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Calgary

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ultramarine, retracing the Franklin Expedition's path in the Northwest Passage. Explore the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland, discover Inuit communities, hike colorful tundra, and encounter diverse wildlife.

Cruise Details

0

from $24,295

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

Reykjavik to Calgary - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise through Greenland’s fjords
• Spot wildlife at Creswell Bay
• Hike around Cape Mercy
• Explore Beechey Island

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Calgary

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 17-day adventure from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ocean Explorer, exploring the stunning landscapes of Greenland and Canada’s Arctic. Travel through Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, stop at remote towns like Nuuk and Maniitsoq, and witness spectacular wildlife in Canada’s High Arctic.

Cruise Details

0

from $24,295

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore Beechey Island’s graves
• Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
• Visit Arctic Bay
• Marvel at calving icebergs

Starts / Ends

Calgary / Reykjavik

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on this 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, starting in Calgary, and journey through Canada's High Arctic and Greenland. Explore stunning regions like Beechey Island, Radstock Bay, and Arctic Bay. Cruise through Smith Sound before arriving in Greenland, where you’ll visit Qaanaaq, Uummannaq, and the Ilulissat Icefjord.

Cruise Details

0

from $13,195

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Northwest Passage to Newfoundland: Glaciers, Mountains, and Wildlife

Calgary - St. John - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Calgary
• Discover Northwest Passage
• Experience Lancaster Sound
• Witness Baffin Island

Starts / Ends

Calgary / St. John's

Activities

Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 16-day expedition cruise aboard the Ultramarine, covering 2,500 nautical miles from the Northwest Passage to Newfoundland and Labrador. Explore remote areas, including Beechey Island, Icy Arm Fjord, Qikiiqtarjuaq, Cape Mercy, Torngat Mountains, L’Anse aux Meadows, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, and St. John’s.

Cruise Details

0

from $12,895

Save 10%

EXPLORE

Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine

15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Cruise to the Diego Ramírez Islands
• Watch for massive Andean condors
• See impressive glaciers
• Visit a working Patagonian estancia
• Explore Torres del Paine

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Santiago

Activity Level

Variable

Retrace Charles Darwin’s epic voyage to the ‘edge of the world’ aboard the Ultramarine on this 15-day Essential Patagonia journey into Chile’s spectacular network of fjords and channels. Visit Cape Horn, cruise to Diego Ramírez Islands; then see spectacular Glaciers: Pia, Garibaldi, and Dainelli. Go hiking in Torres del Paine, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Cruise Details

0

from $18,295

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
• Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
• Hike the tundra and explore
• Cruise in a Zodiac to explore
• Take the Polar Plunge

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Check Iceland, Greenland, and Spitsbergen off your bucket list as you explore these three regions on this 15-day expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Visit and discover the towering cliffs, wildlife, and massive glaciers of these stunning regions!

Cruise Details

0

from $17,595

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Iceland to Greenland: Mountains, Glaciers, and the Westfjords

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore Reykjavik’s landmarks
• Discover Iceland’s rugged Westfjord
• Visit remote Aappilattoq village
• Hike in Eternity Fjord

Starts / Ends

Iceland / Iceland

Activities

Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise through Iceland and Greenland aboard Ocean Explorer. Highlights include Vigur Island's birdlife, Prins Christian Sund's dramatic fjords, and West Greenland's cultural and natural landmarks. Enjoy insights into Arctic heritage while experiencing untouched landscapes.

Cruise Details

0

from $16,195

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Helsinki museums
• Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
• Visit the 14th of July Glacier
• Admire Alkefjellet cliffs

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Spitsbergen on this 15-day cruise aboard the Ultramarine exploring glaciers, fjords, and tundras. Spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds like puffins and guillemots. Visit historical whaling outposts, colorful tundra meadows, and breathtaking locations like Alkefjellet and the 14th of July Glacier.

Cruise Details

0

from $15,595

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen

Helsinki - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
• Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
• Hike the tundra and explore
• Spot polar bears, walrus, and more
• See Greenland’s Scoresbysund fjords

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Reykjavik

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on this 15-day Three Arctic Islands cruise starting in Helsinki and ending in Reykjavik aboard Ultramarine. Explore Svalbard’s wildlife-rich landscapes, Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, and the Denmark Strait. Highlights include Zodiac cruises, glacier visits, and spotting polar bears, muskoxen, and Arctic seabirds.

Cruise Details

0

from $15,395

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

Aberdeen - Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Discover Aberdeen's Granite City
• Explore Fair Isle's seabirds
• Visit the Faroe Islands
• See Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes

Starts / Ends

Aberdeen / Helsinki

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 15-day Arctic Saga cruise starting in Aberdeen. Discover Fair Isle's seabirds, the rugged Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, & Spitsbergen's majestic fjords. Watch for whales, puffins, & polar bears while enjoying Zodiac cruises, guided hikes, & cultural experiences. Lastly, visit Longyearbyen before returning to Helsinki.

Cruise Details

0

from $20,195

Save 20%

EXPLORE

Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore Helsinki museums
• Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
• Visit the 14th of July Glacier
• Admire Alkefjellet cliffs

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activities

Adventure Options

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Spitsbergen’s on this 15-day cruise from Helsinki and back aboard Ocean Explorer. Witness the untamed beauty, cruising past towering glaciers, colorful tundra, and dramatic fjords. Spot polar bears, seabird colonies, and walrus haul-outs. Discover sites like Alkefjellet, Ny-London, and 14th of July Glacier.

Cruise Details

0

from $19,795

Save 25%

EXPLORE

Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Sail the Drake Passage
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Set foot on the 7th Continent
• Look for minke and humpback whales
• Enjoy Flightseeing tours
• Take the Polar Plunge

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Setting foot on the 7th Continent is a polar achievement few experience. Even more rare is the milestone of crossing the Antarctic Circle. Navigating south of 66°33' S is the highlight of the 14-day voyage, which rewards passengers daily with views of dramatic ice formations, humpback whales, leopard seals, penguins, and giant petrels. 

Cruise Details

0

from $22,095

Save 10%

EXPLORE

Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill

Buenos Aires - Buenos Aires - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Enjoy exclusive wildlife viewing
• Discover Antarctica's history
• Visit the emperor penguin colony
• Encounter the emperor penguins

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Elevage Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 14-day cruise expedition aboard Ultramarine and sailed past masses of dense ice and thick, tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea to experience the legendary rookery, which now numbers 8,000 breeding pairs of emperor penguins.

Cruise Details

0