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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

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12 daysDuration
Cruise TourExperience this tour on a cruise
20 peopleMaximum group size
8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language

Highlights

Explore highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula

Travel safely and comfortably aboard any Quark Expeditions ice-strengthened vessel

Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology & geology by our onboard polar experts

Experience abundant wildlife, such as penguins, seals and whales

Immerse yourself in the icy realm of the Antarctic, with an optional paddling excursion

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

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Ultramarine

Ultramarine

Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and to 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 an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards. With all this and more, Ultramarine is set to deliver the ultimate polar expedition experience.

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World Explorer

World Explorer

Distinct and comfortable, refined and roomy—these attributes and more describe World Explorer. Not only is it among our fastest ships, but it is also one of our finest, with six tiers of deluxe accommodation. The personal space is exceptional. Every suite has either a private walk-out or French balcony for direct ocean views. World Explorer also delivers plenty of public areas to unwind in after a day outdoors, including the glass-domed Observation Lounge for quiet contemplation and full skyline views, the Explorer Lounge for a drink and a chat, and the library for more intimate relaxing and reading. Presentations and discussions are facilitated in a dedicated lecture theatre. Health and wellness facilities feature an outdoor track, a small gym and a sauna, plus a spa with change rooms, showers and lockers. For the active adventurers, add-ons include kayaking, camping and stand-up paddleboarding.

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