See What It’s Like to Summer in the Arctic
Filled with diverse wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and endless fun, the Arctic is a summer destination like no other. But don’t take our word for it, see the Arctic through the eyes of guests and photographers who have experienced the region with us.
An iceberg flips in Greenland. Photo Credit: Carol Benfield
Arctic Polar Plunge. Photo Credit: Past Quark Expeditions Guest
Helicopter landing on Ultramarine. Photo Credit: Past Quark Expeditions Guest
Zodiac cruising by Ultramarine in the Canadian Arctic. Photo Credit: Laurie Y.
Zodiac cruise in Svalbard. Photo Credit: Rich Blackmon
Soaring above Lindenow Fjord in Greenland. Photo Credit: Stacie&Ilse
Witnessing aurora borealis from the ship. Photo Credit: Tim van de Lockand
A curious arctic fox. Photo Credit: Raphael Gindrat
Dancing to a Greenlandic band in Aappillatop. Photo Credit: Michael Raymond
Zodiac cruise adventure. Photo Credit: Past Quark Expeditions Guest
Paddling through ice in Greenland. Photo Credit: Stacie & Ilse
Flightseeing on Ultramarine.Photo Credit: Stacie and Ilse
Selfie at Bjørnfjorden (The Bear Fjord), Spitsbergen. Photo credit: Angela Bao
Arctic Polar Plunge. Photo credit: Danilo Belgeri
Setting foot on the Greenland Icesheet. Photo credit: Ninghui Wei
Paddling in Greenland. Photo credit: Past Quark Expeditions Guest
Canadian High Arctic. Polar bear photographs are taken from a distance with a telephoto lens
Ella Ø (Ella Island) in Eastern Greenland
Adventure Activity: Hiking in Svalbard
Baffin Island, Canadian Arctic
Adventure Activity: Camping in Greenland
Ny-London, Svalbard
Camp Miller, Svalbard
Prince Leopold Island, Canadian High Arctic
Uumannaq Community Visit, West Greenland
Samarinbreen, Svalbard
Adventure Activity: Polar Plunge
Ilulissat Icefjords, Greenland
Why the Arctic
This beautiful region of the world is filled with wonder. From Svalbard, the wildlife capital of the world, to the dramatic fjords or Greenland, the stark wilderness of the Canadian High Arctic, and the volcanic wonderland of Iceland.
Summer in the Arctic will leave you in awe. It is teeming with life yet humbling in its expanse. Vibrant yet silent. More than anything, it is a season you must see to believe.
Four Unique Arctic Destinations
Our Polar Fleet
Set sail on the most diverse fleet in the industry. Our small ships are built for polar exploration to navigate hard to reach places others don’t go. They provide an intimate on-board experience and are fully equipped with the latest expedition technology to offer a range of thrilling off-ship activities.
Ultramarine
A state-of-the-art polar expedition ship featuring two helicopters for even more adventure options.
View Ultramarine
Ocean Explorer
This small, elegant ship features ample outdoor viewing areas, that are ideal for long-range photography.
View Ocean ExplorerWhy Quark Expeditions?
When you set off on a polar expedition with us, our team has one goal in mind: To provide you with the adventure of a lifetime.
We love these places. It’s that simple. That’s why we only go to the polar regions – and no other operator can say that.
Our team of polar experts is made up of the most seasoned, passionate and respected guides in the industry.
With the largest expedition team in polar travel, we’re able to get guests off the ship faster and more frequently.
Whether you’re on the ship, in a helicopter, Zodiac or kayak, biking, camping, hiking, or immersing in local culture, we offer countless ways to explore on each voyage.
Arctic Expeditions
Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Charter Flight and Hotel Package
- 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
Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Mandatory Transfer Package
- 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
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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Charter Flight and Hotel Package
- 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
Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland, Spitsbergen
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Charter Flight and Hotel Package
- 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
Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Charter Flight and Hotel Package
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Reykjavik
- Group transfer from the Reykjavik hotel to the airport on Day 2
- Charter flights between Reykjavik and Kangerlussuaq
Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse, 13 Days
South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic
Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights
Gems of West Greenland: Fjords, Icebergs, and Culture
Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland, Spitsbergen
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Charter Flight and Hotel Package
- 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
Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East Greenland
West Greenland Ice Odyssey: Glaciers and Icebergs
Wild Fjords of South Greenland: Land of the Vikings
Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic
(Incl. Transfer package)
Mandatory Transfer Package
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Reykjavik
- Group transfer from the Reykjavik hotel to the airport on Day 2
- Charter flight from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq
- Group transfer from the Kangerlussuaq airport to the ship on embarkation day
- Group transfer from the ship to the Resolute airport on disembarkation day
- Charter flight from Resolute to Calgary
- Group transfer from Calgary airport to hotel
- One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Calgary
Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Charter Flight and Hotel Package
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Reykjavik
- Group transfer from the Reykjavik hotel to the airport on Day 2
- Charter flight from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq
- Group transfer from the Kangerlussuaq airport to the ship on embarkation day
- Group transfer from the ship to the Resolute airport on disembarkation day
- Charter flight from Resolute to Calgary
- Group transfer from Calgary airport to hotel
- One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Calgary
Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic
(Incl. Transfer package)
Mandatory Transfer Package
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Reykjavik
- Group transfer from the Reykjavik hotel to the airport on Day 2
- Charter flight from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq
- Group transfer from the Kangerlussuaq airport to the ship on embarkation day
- Group transfer from the ship to the Resolute airport on disembarkation day
- Charter flight from Resolute to Calgary
- Group transfer from Calgary airport to hotel
- One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Calgary
Northwest Passage to Newfoundland: Glaciers, Mountains, and Wildlife
Canada’s Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage to Ellesmere and Axel Heiberg Islands
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Charter Flight and Hotel Package
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Calgary
- Group transfer from the Calgary hotel to the airport on Day 2
- Charter flights between Calgary and Resolute
- Group transfers between the Resolute airport and the ship
- Group transfer from Calgary airport to hotel on disembarkation day
- One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Calgary
Iceland Circumnavigation: Helicopters, Glaciers and Volcanoes
Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse, 13 Days
Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East Greenland
Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland, Spitsbergen
Incl. Charter Flight & Hotel
Charter Flight and Hotel Package
- 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
Stories From The Arctic
Unveiling Svalbard: A Comprehensive Guide to Arctic Expeditions and Wildlife EncountersÂ
How To Travel To Greenland From the US
Discovering Arctic Expedition History in the Northwest Passage
Iceland and Greenland For Northern Lights
