Led by a team of expert guides, we specialize in expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic filled with unforgettable off-ship adventures in the world’s most spectacular landscapes. In 1991, adventurers Lars Wikander and Mike McDowell had a dream of visiting one of the few places on Earth they hadn’t explored: The North Pole. Not long after this pioneering journey, Quark Expeditions launched their first-ever tourist transit of the Northeast Passage. Today, Quark Expeditions is all about polar adventures, specializing in expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic. With a diverse fleet of small expedition ships that go where others can’t, we offer travelers unparalleled access to the most remote places on earth, filled with unforgettable off-ship adventures led by our experienced team of polar experts. The spirit of exploration runs deep in our polar pedigree, and we are passionate about creating life-changing experiences for our fellow polar explorers.
