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Exploring Svalbard

Set against a breathtaking backdrop of glaciers, icebergs, and fjords, the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard is renowned for its abundant wildlife, including walruses, polar bears, reindeer, and seabirds. Here, you’ll be able to explore this untouched wilderness on-foot, cruising in a zodiac or paddling in a kayak.

Voyages run from May to August.

Svalbard Highlights

Incredible Wildlife

Famous for its thriving animal populations, here you can spot walruses and whales in the coastal waters, polar bears on the sea ice edge, arctic foxes and reindeer on-land, and many species of seabirds in the sky.

Note: Polar bear photographs are taken from a distance with a telephoto lens

Breathtaking Landscapes

It’s one of the most remote places in the world, but also one of the most beautiful. With majestic glaciers, deep fjords, rocky beaches, steep cliffsides and vast tundra, there’s so much natural beauty to discover in Svalbard.

The Midnight Sun

Svalbard is so far north that daylight shines on its beautiful landscapes and wildlife around the clock for most of the summer, from May to September. Be sure to bring your sunglasses and be ready to take in the spectacular views.

Why Quark Expeditions?

Guests in a Zodiac encountering a group of Walrus

With 30 years specializing in polar-only travel, our team has the deepest knowledge and know-how. 

We continue to push the boundaries of polar travel, with industry-first innovations, the most unique itineraries, and a pioneering spirit to go places others don’t.

Our industry-leading guide-to-guest ratio means we’re able to remain agile, so each day you enjoy more unforgettable moments. 

Whether on one of our expedition ships, in a helicopter, on a Zodiac, kayak or bike, camping, hiking or immersing you in local cuisine and culture, our guides get you off-ship and exploring more.

Expeditions to Svalbard

10 day itinerary

Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

Starting from (per person)

$7,965 USD ~~$10,190 USD~~

Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel

Includes:

One night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
Charter flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki

Package Price: $1,195 USD

15 day itinerary

Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

Starting from (per person)

$11,259 USD ~~$14,790 USD~~

Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel

Package Includes:

One night’s pre-expedition hotel night in Aberdeen
Group transfer from Aberdeen hotel to ship on embarkation day
Departure transfer in Longyearbyen on disembarkation day
Charter flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki on disembarkation day

Package Price: $995 USD

14 day itinerary

Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Starting from (per person)

$11,932 USD ~~$21,590 USD~~

Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel

Includes:

One night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
Charter flight from Longyearbyen to Helsinki

Package Price: $1,195 USD

15 day itinerary

Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland, Spitsbergen

Starting from (per person)

$14,983 USD ~~$18,690 USD~~

Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel

Includes:

One night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Helsinki airport hotel, with breakfast
Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
Arrival transfer in Longyearbyen
Arrival transfer in Reykjavik to central downtown location

Package Price: $895 USD

13 day itinerary

Ultimate Arctic Voyage: From Svalbard to Jan Mayen to Iceland

Starting from (per person)

$8,032 USD ~~$15,290 USD~~

Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel

Includes:

One night’s pre-expedition hotel night in Helsinki
Arrival and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
Charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen
One night’s post-expedition hotel night in Reykjavik

Package Price: $895 USD

Meet Our Polar Fleet

We offer the most diverse fleet of ships in the industry. Built for polar exploration, our small ships provide an intimate experience and are fully equipped with the latest in expedition technology, ensuring we can safely and comfortably explore hard-to-reach polar destinations others don’t.