Arctic 2027 Season Brochure

More ways to explore.

We offer adventure activities to suit every type of traveler, regardless of experience—some included, some at extra cost. Visit the relevant itinerary page on our website to see what’s included in your voyage. Adventure Options vary from ship to ship. Only Ultramarine is equipped with helicopters.

Mountain Biking Keen for a more active adventure? Our team has joined with local partners to identify incredible mountain biking routes through the stunning scenery of Southern Greenland. Our guides will take you to the best terrain so you can enjoy some of the most scenic—and unforgettable— mountain biking of your life.

Polar Plunge As madcap as it looks, willingly jumping into the bone-chilling Arctic waters has become a polar rite of passage—and the photo ops are priceless. Dare yourself to take the plunge.

Sea Kayaking Sea kayaking along rugged coastlines and through calm bays with an experienced guide offers one of the most inspiring ways to explore the pristine Arctic. Guests in the sea kayaking program typically enjoy multiple paddling excursions during their expedition. This adventure option is weather-dependent.

*Only available on Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

*Select departures. Some previous experience is required.

Walking/Hiking Each shore landing is an excellent

Zodiac Cruising These polar-sturdy, reinforced rubber skiffs whisk you safely from the ship to the remote shorelines and back, taking you into the shallow waters that the ship can’t reach. Touring by Zodiac while looking out for wildlife is an intimate and relaxing way to explore Arctic bays and inlets.

Flightseeing Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the Arctic— icebergs, glaciers, snow-capped peaks, expansive waterways, fjords— while seated comfortably in one of Ultramarine ’s two twin-engine helicopters. Looking down upon the magnificent Arctic wilderness will give you a unique perspective of the polar environment.

opportunity for you to explore the terrain on foot. Travelers are split into groups based on hiking ability and area of interest, giving everyone a satisfying hour or two of exploration.

*Select departures on Ultramarine . Helicopters do not operate in Svalbard.

Paddling Excursion A guided, one-time paddle enables you to enjoy your polar surroundings from a unique and intimate perspective. Just imagine yourself gliding on a stable, sit-on-top kayak, at one with the water, experiencing the Arctic at its most tranquil. That’s the kind of memory that will last forever.

Tundra to Table Tundra to Table is our award-winning culinary experience, offered in two distinct editions. In Greenland, Inuit chefs from the Igapall Culinary Collective share the flavors and traditions of Greenland, while in Iceland, expert Icelandic chefs guide guests through a tasting menu rooted in the land and sea.

Guided Photography Program Designed for photographers of all levels, this add-on gives you priority boarding on the first Zodiacs each day, guided by the same professional photographer throughout. With a maximum of 16 guests, you’ll receive expert advice, tips, and feedback both on excursions and in onboard workshops—exploring more and shooting better along the way.

*Select departures. No experience required.

Exclusive Heli-Landing You’ll be transported in small groups on Ultramarine ’s two twin-engine helicopters to landing sites only accessible by air. Expect stunning aerial views from your seat in the helicopter—and yet more incredible polar vistas once you land: glaciers, icebergs, remote landscapes, wildlife and more.

Ice Sheet Experience Ascend high above the cascading coastal glaciers onto the immense polar plateau of the Greenland Ice Sheet and take in the immensity of this awe-inspiring landscape. An excursion on one of Ultramarine ’s helicopters means you’ll enjoy polar views very few others have ever experienced.

Greenland Camp Experience Join local hosts at Tasermiut Camp for a night at one of the most exclusive camps in Greenland. Enjoy an intimate small-group walk through the beautiful Greenlandic landscapes with a local chef who will identify fresh ingredients, after which you and your fellow guests will prepare an incredible meal together.

All of our Included Activities and Adventure Options are weather-permitting. Not all activities are offered on all voyages. See individual itineraries for specific details.

For more information on all Adventure Options visit the Quark Expeditions website here.

Find out more about our Tundra to Table program here.

*Select departures on Ultramarine . Helicopters do not operate in Svalbard.

*Select departures on Ultramarine . No experience required.