SVALBARD EXPEDITIONS
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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
Note: Polar bear photographs are taken from a distance with a telephoto lens
Breathtaking Landscapes
The Midnight Sun
Polar bear photographs are taken from a distance with a telephoto lens.
Why Quark Expeditions?
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.
Expeditions to Svalbard
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
Ultimate Arctic Voyage: From Svalbard to Jan Mayen to Iceland
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.
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