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Quark Expeditions announced the launch of its Arctic 2028 and Antarctic 2028/2029 seasons, representing the earliest season launch in the operator's 35-year history.
Quark will offer more than 70 departures across both regions.
"This season gives travelers even more opportunities to engage with these destinations through exploration, learning, wildlife encounters and cultural experiences, while staying true to the spirit of adventure that has defined Quark Expeditions for more than 35 years," said Sam Seward, president of Quark Expeditions.
Quark is launching its first Expedition Extensions, available before and after select voyages. The experiences showcase landscapes, cultures and communities that serve as gateways to the polar regions.
Options include guided exploration of Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, visits to Iguazu Falls, wellness experiences in Finland and journeys through Iceland's volcanic landscapes.
A new Canadian Arctic voyage will explore the Northwest Passage for 2028, featuring visits to Arctic Bay and Lancaster Sound. Arctic 2028 spans five regions: Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland, the Canadian Arctic and Atlantic Canada.
The Tundra to Table programme will return for four Arctic 2028 voyages aboard Ultramarine. Co-developed with Quark's partners at Igapall, the programme explores Indigenous food traditions and highlights regional ingredients, local perspectives and cultural traditions.
The Antarctic 2028/2029 season will explore the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands, Patagonia and the Emperor Penguin colony at Snow Hill Island. Access to Snow Hill Island will be by helicopter from Ultramarine and subject to ice conditions.
Ari Friedlaender of the Friedlaender Lab at the University of California, San Diego, will return for the Antarctic Marine Mammals voyage aboard World Voyager. Passengers can engage with marine mammal research, contribute to citizen science initiatives focused on whale identification and listen to whale vocalisations through portable hydrophones.
Quark will introduce its Guided Photography Program across both Antarctic 2028/2029 and Arctic 2028 seasons. The program offers dedicated instruction and small-group access designed around polar photography conditions.
Each excursion will be limited to 16 passengers and led by a dedicated lead photo guide. The program includes priority Zodiac positioning for optimal field angles, slower-paced field time designed around shooting conditions, daily workshops and image reviews with the lead photo guide and a learn-shoot-share approach throughout the expedition.
Quark will provide 470 cruise nights to research partners and scientists conducting fieldwork in the polar regions, supporting wildlife, conservation and climate research initiatives. Confirmed partners include Seabird Watch, SmartICE, Penguin Watch and Saving Marion Island's Seabirds.
Past passengers received exclusive early access beginning June 16, 2026, with public bookings opening on June 23, 2026. An Early Booking Bonus will be available for travellers who reserve while inventory lasts.
