On every Aurora Expeditions vessel, you’ll travel to Antarctica with the personal service of a small 4-star-plus boutique hotel, spacious cabins with a window, a spa with sauna, and an experienced expedition team.
Quark Expeditions Cruises: Ships, Routes & Expert Advice
Discover Quark Expeditions and learn all about their ships, routes, and polar experiences. Get personalized guidance and clear answers from our dedicated travel experts to help you choose your ideal voyage.
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Planned Seamlessly with Polar Experts – Always at the Best Price
When you book your Quark Expeditions voyage with us, you benefit from transparent, up-to-date pricing and personalized planning: all from one source. From flights and transfers to your detailed packing list, every aspect of your expedition is handled with care by our polar travel experts.
Itineraries Abord Quark Expeditions Cruises
Details About Quark Expeditions Cruises
X-Bow Ships with Ice Class
Aurora Expeditions was the first cruise operator to introduce X-Bow ships to Antarctica — an innovative design that provides greater stability and reduces fuel consumption for smoother, more efficient voyages.
Its three expedition vessels are built to the highest Polar Class for passenger ships, allowing them to safely reach even the most remote regions of the polar world.
Boutique-hotel comfort
For Adventure Activities
All landings and Zodiac excursions are included with your booking. In addition, you can choose optional activities such as camping, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, snowshoeing, or skiing in Antarctica for an extra fee.
Your Expedition — Seamlessly Planned from Start to Finish
Your journey doesn’t end with booking — that’s where our service truly begins. From the moment you reserve your Quark Expeditions, you’ll have a dedicated travel expert by your side, ready to assist you every step of the way. Throughout your adventure, a 24/7 support line ensures you’re never alone, no matter where in the world you are.
The Fleet of Quark Expeditions
Ready for the adventure of your life?
Reach out to us today and receive independent, expert guidance from passionate polar specialists who will assist you every step of the way from choosing the right expedition to booking and planning every detail of your journey. Here’s How It Works:
Listen & Advise
We take the time to understand your travel dreams — then help you find the perfect ship, route, and price to match your goals and expectations.
Reserve & Relax
Your cabin will be held for at least 72 hours while we fine-tune every detail of your expedition together, ensuring everything is just right.
Prepare & Explore
Before departure, you’ll receive expert packing advice, insider tips, and practical guidance so you’re fully prepared for your polar journey.
Included Services on Quark Expeditions Ships
Activities on Board: Shore excursions, Zodiac trips, Expert lectures, Hiking, Snowshoeing, Polar plunge, Kayaking, Paddling, Stand-Up-Paddleboarding, Camping, Photography workshops, Citizen Science, Helicopter tour, Helicopter landing, Mountain biking
Included
- Cruise in your booked cabin or suite.
- All shore excursions and activities throughout the trip, including Zodiac trips.
- Scientific lectures and onboard entertainment.
- All meals, including snacks, coffee, and tea throughout the voyage on board.
- Complimentary beer, standard wines, spirits, and cocktails during bar hours and with dinner.
- An official Quark Expeditions® parka that you get to keep.
- Complimentary water bottle.
- Complimentary rubber boot rental.
- A photo journal documenting the expedition.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi for one device, allowing basic internet browsing, email, social media posts, and apps. Premium packages for more data-intensive apps are available.
- Emergency evacuation insurance for all passengers, up to a maximum of $500,000 per person.
- Comprehensive information materials provided before and after the trip.
Excluded
- International flights: We can arrange a suitable flight for you at an additional cost.
- Customary tips for staff at the end of the trip.
- Personal expenses, for example in the onboard shop.
- Some premium alcoholic beverages.
- Spa services, including massages and similar treatments.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Optional: Kayaking is available as an additional activity for a fee.
- Optional: One-night Antarctic camping at an additional cost.
- Optional: Stand-up paddleboarding is available for a fee.
- Optional: Helicopter flights and landings are available for a fee on the Ultramarine.
“If you value comfort and want to experience a wide range of activities in Antarctica, an expedition ship with Aurora Expeditions might be exactly the right choice for you.”
Meinhard Mooslechner
Polar Travel Expert
Frequently Asked Questions about Quark Expeditions
Does booking an Aurora Expeditions trip through ArcticDesire.com cost more?
No. When booking with ArcticDesire.com, you always pay the same best available rate as offered directly by the cruise line — plus you’ll receive complimentary concierge service from our polar experts. We’re also happy to arrange your flights, transfers, and optional post-expedition programs for a seamless travel experience. The choice is entirely yours.
Which Antarctica cruise with Aurora Expeditions is the best?
There’s no single “best” Antarctica cruise — the ideal voyage depends on what you’d like to experience, your comfort preferences, and what sights you most want to see. Our experts are happy to walk you through the different routes and help you find the one that fits you best.
Is there a minimum or maximum age for joining an Aurora Expeditions cruise?
The minimum age to join an Antarctic voyage with Aurora Expeditions is 8 years. There is no official maximum age limit. The general rule applies: if you can independently — with a little help from the expedition team — get in and out of a Zodiac boat, you’re fit to join an expedition to Antarctica.
Are flights included with Aurora Expeditions cruises?
On flight-based expeditions, the flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island is included. When booking through ArcticDesire.com, you can also choose to include international and domestic flights to your expedition ship — or simply book the cruise itself at the best available rate. It’s entirely up to you.
Can I schedule a free consultation?
Absolutely. You can call us directly, send a message using the contact form, or request a free callback from one of our polar specialists. We’ll be happy to answer all your questions about Antarctica — even the ones you might not have thought of yet.
Cruise Line Travel Advisor: Meinhard Mooslechner