Quark Unveils Bold Arctic 2028 & Antarctic 2028/29 Seasons

For luxury travellers drawn to rare landscapes and transformational experiences, Quark Expeditions has opened a tempting new chapter. The line this week launched its Arctic 2028 and Antarctic 2028/29 seasons—the earliest season announcement in Quark’s 35‑year history—offering more than 70 departures and an expanded suite of curated experiences designed for discerning explorers.

New timing, more choice, deeper exploration
Quark’s early rollout gives guests extra time to plan premium polar journeys. The programs span five Arctic regions (Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland, the Canadian Arctic and Atlantic Canada) and five Antarctic regions (Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands, Patagonia and Snow Hill Island), delivering a range of voyage lengths, vessel styles and immersive shore excursions.

Guided Photography Program — designed for stunning polar imagery

A standout addition is Quark’s Guided Photography Program, available across both Antarctic 2028/29 and Arctic 2028. Limited to 16 participants per excursion and led by a dedicated Lead Photo Guide, the program focuses on:

• Priority Zodiac placement for optimal shooting angles
• Slower-paced field time tuned to light and weather
• Daily workshops and image reviews
• A learn–shoot–share rhythm to refine skills at sea and ashore
  For photographers who want professional instruction without sacrificing comfort, this is a rare, focused offering.

Expedition Extensions — tailor your polar gateway experience
Quark introduces its first Expedition Extensions: curated pre‑ and post‑voyage options that deepen context and prolong discovery. Options range from Patagonia’s Torres del Paine adventures and Iguazu Falls, to wellness stays in Finland and volcanic journeys through Iceland—perfect for travellers seeking to build a layered, luxurious itinerary around their expedition.

Northwest Passage and Tundra to Table return — true expedition highlights
New for 2028 is a Canadian Arctic voyage through the legendary Northwest Passage, visiting Arctic Bay and Lancaster Sound—an epic route for travellers seeking remote horizons. Meanwhile, Tundra to Table returns on four Arctic sailings aboard Ultramarine, pairing Indigenous culinary storytelling with field-to-plate experiences developed with Greenlandic chef collective Igapall.

Science, conservation and immersive enrichment

Quark maintains strong research partnerships—providing hundreds of cruise nights to scientists and citizen‑science initiatives. Guests can engage with conservation-focused projects and onboard lecture programs; highlights include marine mammal research voyages and the rare opportunity to visit the emperor penguin colony at Snow Hill Island (helicopter access subject to ice conditions).

Practical notes for luxury planners

• Public bookings opened 23 June 2026; past guests had early access from 16 June.
• An Early Booking Bonus is available while inventory lasts—book early for the best suites and shore excursions.
• Offerings cater to small groups, private moments and photography- or research-focused travellers seeking exclusive experiences rather than mass-market cruising.

Polar travel, refined and intentionally curated
Quark’s largest-ever early release signals growing appetite for premium, meaningful polar travel. With dedicated photography programs, curated extensions, new Northwest Passage access and culinary-cultural experiences such as Tundra to Table, the 2028–29 seasons give luxury travellers more ways to personalise an expedition—returning home with rare memories, refined images and a deeper understanding of fragile polar worlds.

Explore itineraries, early-booking bonuses and vessel details at Quark Expeditions: https://www.quarkexpeditions.com