Some travel dreams are universal, especially the desire to stand at the edge of the world – north or south – to observe wildlife and landscapes that few ever encounter. The polar regions ignite the intrepid explorer in us all, and Quark Expeditions has the adventure you’ve been seeking with their This is Polar bonus offer, saving you thousands.
With a passion for polar (read: obsession), Quark is the ultimate expedition travel company for exploring the Arctic and Antarctic. They’ve been showing adventure seekers, wildlife lovers, and the eternally curious these regions – and only these regions – for 25 years.
With state-of-the-art ships, passionate teams, and comprehensive itineraries that suit everyone – from high-energy travellers to those seeking a gentler exploration – you’re guaranteed a captivating voyage to some of the world’s most spectacular destinations.
Whether it’s seeing the Antarctic Peninsula with penguins galore or touring Svalbard’s alpine fjords under the midnight sun, Quark Expeditions is offering exploration with huge savings.
This is Polar bonus offer is the clincher you’ve been waiting for to make 2026 the year you say yes to your dream holiday.
Save thousands

With up to $3,100 and 25% off on select Arctic 2026, Antarctic 2026-27, and Arctic 2027 voyages, Quark Expeditions invites you on board wherever your polar dreams are drawing you.
Whether you’ve been fantasising about witnessing Antarctica’s famous penguins firsthand or walking one of the world’s largest ice sheets in the Arctic, Quark’s expertise and their This is Polar bonus offer make it easy to convert your dream into a reality.
Turn FOMO into ‘let’s go’ with savings on select departures for bookings made before 28 February 2026.
Why Quark Expeditions?

Polar obsessed since 1991, offering ground-breaking itineraries to Antarctica and the Arctic is all Quark Expeditions do.
Experience Quark’s philosophy firsthand that polar memories are made off-ship. Each expedition itinerary gets you off the ship and exploring more.
You’ll be guided by a passionate and knowledgeable crew who know the waterways, mountains, and wildlife as well as they know their kin. The expedition team not only lead your excursions but also interprets the environment in meaningful ways that deepen your connection.
Whether you’re cruising among ice floes in a Zodiac, hiking virgin terrain, or witnessing the wildlife that has drawn you to these remote corners of the world, you’re immersed, educated, and enriched in equal measure.
Quark also stands apart with one of the longest-running helicopter programmes in the polar regions. Gain everything and miss nothing as you soar above the frosty landscape in their state-of-the-art twin-engine aircraft.
Say yes to immersive adventures
With over 20 departures on sale, it’s easy to match your long-lived Antarctic or Arctic dream to a Quark expedition.
Here are two teasers of exciting departures on sale now:
A whale of a time

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands on an 11-day Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals voyage melding a thrilling expedition with immersive citizen science projects.
More than just a vacation, you’re invited to get hands-on with a research associate from Happywhale. Alongside exploring the peninsular and islands, you’ll help identify whale species for global conservation projects, connecting further with experts at the onboard Science Hub.
Expect to disembark with greater affinity – and a deeper understanding of how to help protect this pristine polar habitat – for the whales, seals, and marine life that call Antarctica home. Now from $18,802 per person twin share for an Infinity Suite on the World Voyager, departing 5 March 2027.
Experience totality

Join a handful of people in the world who have ever seen a total eclipse in one of the most sublime regions of the world. That it’s with Quark on Ocean Explorer makes this 17-day Iceland to Greenland itinerary one of the must-do experiences of 2026 – and it’s on sale now!
Aboard their technologically-advanced polar vessel you’ll explore two of the world’s northernmost capitals at Reykjavik and Nuuk, before discovering the spectacular scenery of Northeast and South Greenland.
World-renowned eclipse-cartographer Michael Zeiler will be on board, deepening your understanding of eclipse viewing and astronomy.
Don’t black-out and forget this one – the 13-day eclipse itinerary is close to sold out, but spaces still remain on this in-depth departure! Now from $47,645 per person twin share for an Veranda Stateroom.
Discover more

To learn more about Quark’s This is Polar offer, head here or speak with their expert Polar Travel Advisor team on 1800 959 391, before contacting your trusted travel advisor to book.
This article is brought to you by Quark Expeditions.
