Quark Expeditions

The Kapitan Khlebnikov is a polar-class icebreaker combining power and technology with comfort. No passenger ship has transited the Northwest Passage more often than the renowned Kapitan Khlebnikov. Originally designed to take on the rigors of northern Siberia, the 24,000 horsepower engine and advanced ice-breaking technology take you places no other ship can.

The Ocean Adventurer, formerly named Sea Adventurer, is a polar expedition vessel built in Yugoslavia in 1976. She underwent a $13 million conversion in 1998 and a complete refurbishment of her cabin interiors in 2014. In 2017, another refurbishment upgraded her technical specs to include two new engines, generators, gear boxes, drive systems and re-bladed propellers, resulting in fuel efficiency and a minimized carbon footprint. The multi-million dollar investment also included interior improvements such as bathrooms in every cabin, upgrades to the lounge and dining room, and the addition of new Deluxe cabins and Owner's Suites.

This ship's proud reputation has always been complemented by her well-appointed elegance. She is a traveler favorite because of her intimate feel with ample public space.

The 199-passenger Ocean Endeavour is a comfortable, well-appointed small expedition ship expertly engineered to explore the polar regions. This ship is for people who want it all: great food, excellent guides, lots of wellness options, a salt water pool and even his and her saunas with a large window to watch the floating icebergs.

Choose the Ocean Endeavour for a comfortable, clean and spacious boat with an experienced and engaging expedition team, great service, excellent food and lots of uncommon adventure options. With her health and fitness features, Ocean Endeavour is uniquely focused on wellness.

The new Ultramarine 200-passenger polar ship is being purpose-built for safety and far-off exploration. The vessel boasts specialized exploration tools, cutting-edge safety measures and an incredible 70-day cruising range to focus on hard-to-reach places, while at the same time providing a high-end onboard experience. Set to launch in 2020, she is being built by Croatia's award-winning Brodosplit, the largest shipyard in the country, and is designed by LMG Marin, Europe's leading naval architect.

Sail aboard the Ocean Diamond, a modern, stable super-yacht and experience one of the most eco-friendly ships in Antarctica. Carrying a maximum of 189 passengers, this outstanding small ship features numerous adventure options plus onboard amenities such as a massage and wellness program. Choose the Ocean Diamond if you want to experience Antarctica on a high-tech vessel with the least impact on the environment. With a cruising speed of 14 knots, the Ocean Diamond saves up to 12 hours on the Drake crossing, giving you more time to enjoy Antarctica.

With 176 guests and 130 crew members, the World Explorer is a new expedition ship that blends high design with total functionality for active exploration in Antarctica and the Arctic. Highlights of this purpose-built polar vessel include private balconies in every cabin and a focus on health and wellness throughout, including an outdoor heated pool and running track. Explore the polar regions in this distinct 1B ice-class vessel specifically built to be fast, comfortable, refined and roomy.