HIGHLIGHTS
- Encounter
iconic arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, walrus and reindeer
- Take
advantage of continuous daylight
- Hike
the tundra and polar desert
- Cruise
in a Zodiac to explore glaciers, fjords, icebergs and more
- Immerse
yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic with optional kayaking
adventures
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD
|
Start Date | End Date | Solo Panorama | Explorer Triple | Explorer Suite | Balcony Suite | Deluxe Balcony Suite | Terrace Suite | Penthouse Suite | Owner's Suite | Ultra Suite |
May 08, 2021 | May 17, 2021 | 10,495 | 7,495 | 9,995 | 10,495 | 12,495 | 12,995 | 13,995 | 17,495 | 19,495 |
Jun 12, 2021 | Jun 21, 2021 | 10,495 | 7,495 | 9,995 | 10,495 | 12,495 | 12,995 | 13,995 | 17,495 | 19,495 |
May 08, 2022 | May 17, 2022 | 10,495 | 7,495 | 9,995 | 10,495 | 12,495 | 12,995 | 13,995 | 17,495 | 19,495 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package Cost: USD 995 per person
Rates are listed per person in USD
|
Start Date | End Date | (Starting from) Solo Panorama | (Mid-range) Deluxe Balcony Suite | (High-end) Ultra Suite |
May 08, 2021 | May 17, 2021 | 10,495 | 12,495 | 19,495 |
Jun 12, 2021 | Jun 21, 2021 | 10,495 | 12,495 | 19,495 |
May 08, 2022 | May 17, 2022 | 10,495 | 12,495 | 19,495 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package Cost: USD 995 per person
ITINERARY
Day
1 - Arrive in Oslo, Norway
Your
Arctic voyage begins in Oslo, Norway’s vibrant capital city.
If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants and green
spaces to keep you busy before retiring at your included airport hotel.
Day
2 - Embarkation Day in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
This
morning, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private
charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest
settlement, where you’ll have some time to explore before
embarkation. As your ship sets sail, enjoy your first view of the
island’s rugged, glacier-topped mountains rising majestically
from icy waters.
Days
3 to 9 - Exploring Spitsbergen
You’ll
cruise around this magical island on a constant search for wildlife.
Your expedition will cover western Spitsbergen as well as stunning
fjords and outlying islands to the north. From polar flora to immense
glaciers, the natural landscape here is just as varied as the wildlife.
Each expedition presents new opportunities and different weather and
ice, so there is no fixed itinerary; however, some of the places we may
visit include the 14th of July Glacier, Smeerenburg, Alkefjellet and
the Hinlopen Strait. The destinations visited will be selected for
optimum wildlife viewing with an appreciation of the history and
geology of Spitsbergen.
The
island offers multiple opportunities for wildlife photography. Spotting
polar bears is more likely here than almost anywhere else, as the
Svalbard archipelago is one of their preferred hunting areas. The
towering cliffs of Alkefjellet provide homes to thousands of
Brünnich’s guillemots (thick-billed murres).
Coming
across a walrus haul-out is a moment you won’t soon forget.
These giant pinnipeds of the Arctic create quite a noisy scene as each
walrus vies for a choice spot of coastline.
If
you’re itching to experience a more intimate view from the
water, you can book the sea kayaking or paddling excursion adventure
options.
In
Spitsbergen, there is no shortage of natural beauty. The tundra can be
surprisingly colorful in summer, with wildflowers bursting for a taste
of sunshine. Each day, you’ll see something interesting,
whether it is unique arctic wildlife a polar bear resting between
hunts, or abandoned sites from centuries ago.
Day
10 - Disembark in Longyearbyen & fly to Oslo
The
time to say goodbye to your Expedition Team and shipmates has come.
Your adventure ends as it began, in the historic frontier-style
settlement of Longyearbyen. From here, we’ll transfer you to
the airport for your return group charter flight to Oslo.
Ultramarine (Expedition, 199-guests)
Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and immerse you in the best the region has to offer. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features a best-in-class 70-day operational range and an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Shipboard
accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All
meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board
- Beer
and house wine during dinner
- All
shore landings per the daily program
- Leadership
throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
- All
Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- Formal
and informal presentations by our
- Expedition
Team and special guests as scheduled
- Photographic
journal documenting the expedition
- Waterproof
expedition boots on loan for shore
- landings
- Official
Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Coffee,
tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Complimentary
reusable water bottle
- Hair
dryer and bathrobe in every cabin
- Comprehensive
onboard materials, including a map
- and
an informative Arctic Reader
- All
miscellaneous service taxes and port charges
- throughout
the program
- All
luggage handling aboard the ship
- Emergency
evacuation insurance to a maximum
- benefit
of US$500,000 per person
- Greenland
voyages cruise passenger tax
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
- Kayaking:
USD 695
- Paddling:
USD 195
- Hiking:
Free
- Polar
Plunge: Free
- Zodiac
Cruising: Free