A typical cruise would be a 7 – 14 night Caribbean cruise with hot tropical destinations and beautiful beaches, but sometimes there are cruisers that want a new exciting adventurous cruise that is once in a lifetime. That’s were Quark Expeditions comes into it. They are specialized in Polar expeditions and their ships are the largest and most diverse passenger vessels in the Antarctic, and have more departures and greater variety of itineraries then any other cruise company. And in the Artic they go higher and further than any other company.
Quark Ships
- Akademik Sergey Vavilov: Known as one of the finest expedition ships to sail the Polar seas.
- 50 years of Victory Expedition ship: Can crush ice up to 3 meters, 10 feet thick. World’s largest and most sophisticated nuclear powered icebreaker.
- Clipper Adventure: Received a $13 million conversion in 1998
- KapitanDranitsyn: Features on board helicopters for beautiful views.
- Ocean Diamond: New modern, stable super-yacht carrying 189 passengers.
- Sea Spirit: 15 suites have balconies and their smallest suite is 215 square feet.
Adventure excursion options with Quark Expeditions
- Kayaking: Kayak on clear polar waters with Penguins and seals swimming past you and within arm’s reach of colossal icebergs. Kayaking is offered on most of the Antarctic and Artic cruises, with all equipment, guides and instructions included. This is for experienced kayakers, and is a great way to view the spectacular surroundings.
- Camping: This once in a lifetime experience will let you connect with the Antarctic in the most intimate way possible with an overnight camping experience that gives you a chance to view the beautiful Antarctic night sky
- Cross-Country Skiing: This pure and intense experience gives you the best way to travel through the Antarctic, skiing on beautiful white blankets of snow and taking in the scenic views.
- Mountaineering: This activity is for the more adventurous fitness passengers that want to be pushed to their limits climbing up/on the white continent offering a once in a lifetime experience. Ice axes and crampons including. This is a full day activity and can be up to 10 hours long.
- Snowshoeing: Discover the beautiful and remote alcoves and valleys while walking atop of snow in light snow shoes. This traditional mode of transport offers a fantastic unique way to visit new places that are not accessible by foot.
If a Quark Expedition cruise doesn’t suite you then why not cruise to Norway with Hurtigruten. They are renowned for their collection of voyages to remote, beautiful and dramatic coastlines. Calling at 34 Norway ports, some of which have never been visited by commercial liners.Hurtigruten offer a unique experience taking you to the heart of Norway to remote communities allowing intimate encounters with the people, scenery and wildlife of Norway. They have over 120 years’ experience and have a choice of 14 vessels.
Hurtigruten ships
- Ms Trollifjord
- Ms Midnatsol
- Ms Polarlys
- Ms Kong Harald
- Ms Nordlys
- Ms Nordkapp
- Ms Nordnorge
- Ms Richard With
- Ms Nordstjernen
- Ms Vesteralen
- Ms Lofoten
- Ms Finnmarken
Adventure excursion options with Hurtigruten
- Dog Sledging: You will be driven to the Kvaloya island where you will change clothes and footwear to suit the activity, you will then be taken on a sledge ride pulled by beautiful huskies over the frozen landscapes were you can view the spectacular scenery while experiencing something unforgettable. After your husky ride you might be lucky enough to see the Northern lights then you can go into a traditional Sami tent to enjoy an open fire and hot drink.
- Snowmobile Safari: During the whole trip you will be joined by guides that will tell you all about the history of the Sami people, climate and unique wildlife. You will receive instructions on snowmobile safety; you can get 2 people on one snowmobile so you can enjoy this experience with your partner or friend. After your snowmobile ride you can warm yourself up with a hot drink and try some dried Reindeer meat in a well heated Lavvo.
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