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New Ultimate Arctic Northern Galapagos Expeditions! Circumnavigation Lights Express to the Pole The Explorers’ Collection: Break ice on a full Fly and cruise to the Earth’s An epic adventure combining six extraordinary adventures of the Arctic! most spectacular light show Galapagos and Antarctica PAGE PAGE PAGE PAGE CONTENTS Letter from the President A Quark Timeline: Years of Polar Firsts NEW for .: Explorers’ Collection The Shackleton Club Quark Cares expedition Meet Our Expedition Leaders Talk to the Polar Travel Experts Special Guests and Experts Social Media THE ARCTIC is unlike any A Day in the Life: Arctic Icebreaker The North Pole Arctic Icebreaker Expeditions Norway and Svalbard A Day in the Life: Greenland other voyage Greenland Arctic Express (Fly/Cruise) Canadian High Arctic Arctic by Land you will Arctic Trip Extensions ANTARCTICA & GALAPAGOS A Day in the Life: South Georgia Antarctic Peninsula Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), ever take. South Georgia and Antarctica Antarctic Express (Fly/Cruise) Expedition travel is easier than you think. Intimate Antarctica The Galapagos Islands After years as the leader in polar adventures, Antarctic Trip Extensions we know how to interpret the most remote Adventure Options and pristine regions in the world. Our Fleet Arctic Dates & Rates Your introduction to the best of polar Antarctica . Dates & Rates and sub-polar travel lies within these pages. Meet Our Sister Companies How to Dress for Polar Travel Let our passionate team of experts help Inclusions and Exclusions you nd the trip of a lifetime. Terms and Conditions
Sizing up the mighty icebreaker Kapitan Khlebnikov, parked in ice : A king penguin chick gets curious up close and personal with the camera, South Georgia, Antarctica : A polar bear strikes a perfect pose
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“ANTARCTICA HAS THIS MYTHIC WEIGHT. IT RESIDES IN THE COLLECTIVE UNCONSCIOUS OF SO MANY PEOPLE, AND IT MAKES THIS HUGE IMPACT, JUST LIKE OUTER SPACE. IT’S LIKE GOING TO THE MOON.” Jon Krakauer
Dear Explorer,
There is little pristine wilderness left in the world—places that truly inspire awe, and possess purity and beauty that defy description. The Arctic and Antarctica are two such places. This year is an especially signicant one for us: years ago, Quark Expeditions®’ founders set out to explore these regions with a single ship and a dream to reach the North Pole. We also traversed the rst-ever tourism transit of the Northeast Passage and historic routes across the Russian Arctic. Today, we still embody the spirit of the great explorers—it’s one of the reasons we’re the leader in all things polar. We oer more expeditions and choice of vessels than any other polar operator!
As we celebrate this silver milestone of providing passengers with unforgettable trips of a lifetime, we are delighted to bring you more ways to discover these wild places, more awe-inspiring moments and more comfort and convenience.
Introducing the Explorers’ Collection, a hand-picked portfolio of six extraordinary expeditions featuring unique accommodations and modes of travel, exclusive to Quark.
The collection includes two journeys aboard the intimate Hans Hansson small exploration boat to rarely visited Antarctic havens and the Falklands, an exciting Galapagos Islands program on the Evolution small expedition ship, and Arctic Watch, our unique Canadian Arctic basecamp.
Whether it’s your rst Quark “trip of a lifetime” or your twenty-fth, I invite you to join our fraternity of polar adventurers! Our passionate and highly knowledgeable Polar Travel Advisers are available to answer all your questions and help make your experience extraordinary.
Andrew White, President, Quark Expeditions®
Portal Point, Contact me at [email protected] Antarctic Peninsula
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL Polar adventure specialist Quark o¥ers ¦rst Helicopters aboard Kapitan Khlebnikov §y Quark Expeditions® begins a First circumnavigation Quark Expeditions® launches non-scienti¦c visits to Quark Expeditions® passengers to previously circumnavigation of Antarctica, the of the Arctic Ocean aboard 25 and embarks on its ¦rst emperor penguin rookeries inaccessible McMurdo Dry Valleys, in the ¦rst-ever passenger voyage of its kind Kapitan Dranitsyn North Pole voyage Ross Sea sector of Antarctica Quark Expeditions® deploys the First circumnavigation of Antarctica Quark performs the ¦rst-ever tourism transit icebreaker Kapitan Khlebnikov First-ever attempt to circumnavigate for commercial passengers completed of the Northeast Passage, the historic route to the far side of Antarctica, Greenland—diªcult ice thwarts the across the Russian Arctic a ¦rst in expedition travel attempt with only a quarter of the expedition remaining Years Quark Expeditions® retraces the legendary voyage of Endurance, of Polar a ¦rst for commercial passengers Firsts
Quark passengers aboard the ice- Quark ¦rst to con¦rm most northerly In the Bay of Whales, Ross Sea, Quark Maiden voyage on the world’s Three Arctic Islands voyage voted breaker Kapitan Khlebnikov are the emperor penguin rookery near Snow Hill breaks Roald Amundsen’s -year- largest and most powerful nuclear one of National Geographic Traveler’s ¦rst to witness a total eclipse of Island in the Weddell Sea, Antarctica old record for most southerly latitude icebreaker, Years of Victoy, Tours of a Lifetime the sun in Antarctica’s Davis Sea of any surface vessel to the North Pole Quark Expeditions® celebrates Lynne Cox, the world’s premier its th anniversary cold-water open-water swimmer, partners with Quark Expeditions® for the ¦rst Antarctic one-mile (.-km) swim in history
Quark launches ¦rst-ever Quark hosts Jonathan Shackleton and Quark and CarbonNeutral® o¥er passengers Ocean Endeavour launches for Quark Expeditions® celebrates CarbonNeutral® voyages to Falcon Scott, descendants of famed pay-as-you-§y carbon o¥setting program for . season as the only health- and its th anniversary as the leader Antarctica aboard Ocean Diamond explorers, as they walk and camp on international and domestic §ights wellness-focused ship in Antarctica in polar adventures. the th continent together First tour operator to successfully Stand-up paddleboarding comes to the Quark Introduces the Explorers’ o¥er passenger hot air ballooning First-ever Floating Polar Film Festival Antarctic as a new, exciting adventure Collection, a series of extraordinary at the North Pole hosted aboard Quark’s Sea Spirit option for Quark passengers expedition experiences featuring unique vessels, arctic basecamps Quark o¥ers ¦rst land-based and an epic Galapagos-Antarctica adventure in the Canadian High Arctic: back-to-back voyage. Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge
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NEW for . NORTH POLE: THE ULTIMATE ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION: ARCTIC ADVENTURE (see pages ) ARCTIC CIRCUMNAVIGATION (see pages ) Crushing through pack ice on the legendary icebreaker With its powerful ice-breaking strength, the legendary Years of Victoy, aerial helicopter “§ightseeing” and icebreaker Kapitan Khlebnikov navigates the Russian Arctic, optional hot air balloon rides combine to make this the fabled Northwest and Northeast Passages, the extremes remarkable journey to the North Pole an experience of Greenland, and the Canadian High Arctic. An epic, you will never forget. one-of-a-kind voyage!
NORTH POLE EXPRESS: ARCTIC WATCH WILDERNESS LODGE: BARNEO ICE CAMP (see page ) ADVENTURE & WILDLIFE AT °N (see page ) Only a privileged few have ever stayed at Barneo Ice O¥ering ample views of iconic wildlife and unique landscapes Camp, a seasonal basecamp, science and logistics and terrains, this one-of-a-kind lodge is located on the polar station. Highlights of this unique three-day adventure bear migration path in the Canadian High Arctic and features include an Antonov AN-® landing on a frozen runway, spectacular beluga whale watching. Adventure here is truly and Mi- helicopter §ights to °N, followed by a “all-included”: lucky guests per stay enjoy complimentary Sunbathing sea lions, Galapagos celebratory toast. fully guided adventure activities daily.
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In honor of our th anniversary, we introduce the Explorers’ Collection, a hand-picked portfolio of six extraordinary expeditions featuring unique accommodations HANS HANSSON: GALAPAGOS & ANTARCTICA: and modes of travel, all exclusive to Quark. BESPOKE EXPEDITIONS (see pages ) EQUATOR TO POLE (see pages ) Circumnavigate the Falklands, an archipelago teeming with Hike, swim, snorkel and kayak as you explore the Visit QuarkExpeditions.com or our YouTube channel youtube.com/user/QuarkExpeditions wildlife and featuring beautiful scenery, white sand beaches diverse Galapagos Islands aboard small expedition ship to see videos of some of these inspiring journeys. and vast open spaces. Or discover rarely visited Antarctic Evolution. Combine this adventure with a classic Antarctic Peninsula coves, inlets and landing sites on two intimate expedition for some of the best highlights of the Southern journeys aboard the one-of-a-kind Hans Hansson small Hemisphere, from equator to Pole! exploration boat.
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Quark is committed to trailblazing sustainable practices and supporting charitable organizations in the Polar Regions. We are proud to pioneer and set stringent health and safety guideline standards, to spearhead sustainability initiatives and to support conservation eorts throughout the Arctic, Antarctic and subpolar regions.
HEALTH & SAFETY OUR SUSTAINABILITY OUR CHARITABLE WORK • One of the best sta¥-to-passenger INITIATIVES •Dedicated cabins are donated ratios in the industry: to . • CarbonNeutral® voyages o¥ered to Polar Region scientists and • A long-time, active member on select ships; air travel is researchers of the International Association of carbon o¥set for sta¥ and carbon •On-board auctions raise over Antarctica Tour Operators and the o¥setting options are available for US$, annually, supporting Join Our Exclusive Association of Arctic Expedition passengers multiple charities dedicated Cruise Operators • Carbon-neutrality projects to polar sustainability and • Many of Quark’s voyages include supported include the Acre conservation two doctors per expedition, and Amazonian Rainforest Conservation, Polar Travel Buenos Aires Land¦ll Gas, Uganda provision of additional emergency equipment to exceed SOLAS Community Reforestation and requirements Zhangjiakou Wind Power GS Rewards Program • Expedition sta¥ are STCW certi¦ed • Vessels use low-emission marine and trained in CPR and life-saving gas oil (MGO), eco-friendly laundry Explore the wondrous Polar Regions with Quark and earn valuable skills, IAATO and AECO testing, chemicals and cabin amenities, travel rewards! Sign up to become a member of The Shackleton Club SHARE AND SAVE and standard operating procedures sustainable VOYA spa products, for access to exclusive bene¦ts and value add-ons, such as discounts for expedition activities and recycled, acid-free paper Quark travelers and Shackleton Club members on future travel and on-board perks like last-minute cabin upgrades. • Safety preparedness includes • Compliance with international receive a travel credit or gift card for every new a Safety Management System waste disposal regulations For more information on Learn more at QuarkExpeditions.com/ShackletonClub introduction that books a Quark expedition! and a comprehensive Quark’s Health, Safety and Incident Management Plan Sustainability practices, visit • Credentials include British the About Quark section at Standard BS® health and QuarkExpeditions.com safety accreditation
Ocean camp, Weddell Sea, Antarctica: Sir Ernest Shackleton (far left) with Frank Wild
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL Expedition Leader Expedition Leader Meet Our Expedition Leaders ALEX JOHN McNEIL RODSTED With over combined expeditions to the Polar Regions, our team Raised in Toronto, Canada, A self-confessed polar of experts is made up of some of the most respected scientists, naturalists, Alex has participated in addict, John has worked historians, ornithologists, marine biologists and glaciologists from over expeditions as a co-ordinator, logistics manager, in the Arctic and Antarctic since as a historian, guide the most distinguished institutions on earth. historian, Zodiac driver and Expedition Leader. and Expedition Leader, with close to expeditions under his belt. Originally a commercial photographer, a Alex has a keen interest in geology, ornithology, marine Passionate, knowledgeable and simply amazing, the men and women photojournalist and later a professor of photojournalism, biology and the great explorers of the Antarctic. who guide and lead our voyages are among the best in the world. he has exhibited in The Hague, Sydney Opera House, Royal As a skilled boat handler and mechanic, he has worked Geographical Society, United Nations and Smithsonian in some of the most challenging polar conditions. Institute. John is currently working on a project on polar bears and climate change, and looks forward to guiding and taking photographs in the Polar Regions. Expedition Leader Expedition Leader Expedition Leader SHANE CHELI HADLEIGH EVOY LARSEN MEASHAM Raised in Georgian Bay, New Zealand-raised Cheli Hadleigh has worked Expedition Leader Canada, Shane worked has worked on expeditions for Quark since DAVID “WOODY” at his family’s marina prior to leading Quark trips. for the past years, specializing in the Polar Regions. in the roles of Expedition Leader, guide, historian, WOOD and operations manager. Our Australian historian With over expeditions and years’ experience, As a PADI Master Instructor, commercial launch master, and Expedition Leader Shane’s love of Antarctica and passion for the dive and ¦shing charter skipper and ¦eld assistant for He has completed over expeditions to the “Woody” has an unquenchable passion for sharing polar environment is clear. His objective on any trip is to ensure TVNZ Natural History, she brings a tremendous wealth of Polar Regions including Antarctica, East and West region marvels. passengers have the trip of a lifetime. knowledge, expertise and leadership to Quark Expeditions. Greenland, Baªn Island, Svalbard, the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the Scotia Sea Islands, and three His love of the ocean and wild destinations has resulted traverses of the Northwest Passage. in years at sea, in the Arctic and Antarctica. He invites you to join him to be astonished, amazed and enchanted Expedition Leader Expedition Leader on your expedition. SOLAN PAMELA JENSEN LE NOURY Raised in Alaska, U.S., Pam is a marine scientist, Solan has worked as a PADI dive instructor, wilderness ranger, expedition leader, kayak guide, boat tech deep and commercial diver, Zodiac skipper builder, marine mammal emergency responder, and as an and sailor. She worked in diving while attending ironworker at the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station. university, managed a dive school and started her own yacht charters. Pam has traveled from the He ¦rmly believes it is a privilege to visit Antarctica Poles to the remote reaches of every ocean. and has worked as a kayak guide and Expedition Leader for the past years.
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When you choose Quark, you’ll be looked after by the best travel advisers in the expedition world. From your rst inquiry to your “bon voyage” call, we are delighted to share everything we know and love about these unique and beautiful regions.
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On what expeditions will Can Quark book all immersive expedition? between a cruise and Galapagos Islands? di¥er from your other When is the best time I get to meet the locals? aspects of my trip, such an expedition, and how expeditions? to go to Antarctica? Without a doubt, Barneo I was fortunate enough to Expect one of the best as ¤ights, pre- and post- do I know which ship Ice Camp, which I had the On certain northern experience our Arctic Watch experiences of your life! Fly/cruises are fantastic With almost ¬-hour trip tours, hotels and is best for me? chance to visit this year. destinations such as Wilderness Lodge. It o¸ers Because of the diversity of choices for passengers daylight and temperatures insurance? It’s a seasonal basecamp Greenland and the some of the best beluga Quark doesn’t operate the wildlife, there is always who are short on time rarely dipping below «°F and working research station, Canadian Arctic, and the Absolutely! We can book whale watching in the world traditional cruises like something to enjoy, and and prefer to £y, rather °°C² during expedition where your company can Falkland Islands in the international and domestic and is also situated on the those large cruise liners the weather is consistent than sail, for part of their months, any time is a be international scientists, south, you’ll be welcomed £ights to get you to your polar bear migration path. carying thousands of thanks to the proximity to expedition. They include wonderful time to visit researchers, ice pilots and by the people who make destination as seamlessly The lodge o¸ers included guests. Instead, we explore the equator and constant all the amazing elements Antarctica. What do polar skiers. Stays at Barneo their lives in these remote as possible, help you choose adventure options, and thus harder-to-reach places on ocean breezes. Waters are of our regular voyages, you want to experience? include Antonov AN-¬ areas. For example, on some from various hotels and a variety of fun ways to fully comfortable small ice-class generally calm, and the but cut down your transit October to early December and Mi-8 helicopter £ights, Greenland voyages we’ll tours to extend your trip, explore the Arctic through expedition ships and mighty naturalists are exceptionally time. Antarctic £y/cruises, sees virgin ice and mating landing on a frozen runway, take part in or obseve local and—most importantly— hiking, kayaking, ATV rides, icebreakers, where the focus knowledgeable about the for example, £y over the penguins; December and, ultimately, a trek customs and traditions, or book your travel insurance. rafting and ¼shing. It’s such is on getting o¸ the ship wildlife, which varies from Drake Passage instead through Februay delights and celebration at the North get up close and personal Obtaining insurance is a unique way to experience and exploring by land and island to island. You’ll of sailing through it. with chicks hatching; Pole. Need I say more? with the locals over a game especially important, given the Arctic for the more by Zodiac. Each vessel has typically have four to six As with arctic £y/cruises— mid-Februay to March of soccer. On shore in the the remote locations we adventurous traveler. its own unique features. hours each day for hiking, focused on Greenland’s fascinates with returning Falklands, we take the visit. It’s worth noting that Just ask me! For example, walking and snorkeling. spectacular northern lights whales, hauled-out seals opportunity to mingle with Quark is one of the few this year we launch our —passengers can spend up and moulting penguins. the locals in the pub. companies that provides wellness-focused Ocean to an additional two days emergency evacuation Endeavour, which features in destination when they insurance as part of the an on-board spa. choose a £y/cruise. cost of your expedition. 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To the delight of our passengers, Quark features lectures and presentations from a varied group of on-board Get in touch with us and fellow Quark explorers polar experts, special guest speakers, and scientists from our exclusive Scientist in Residence program. before, during and after your expedition! It is considered an expedition highlight that passengers can take part in chats with the group, engage with them in an informal manner, and enjoy fascinating bar conversation with them in the evening.
HISTORIAN JONATHAN SHACKLETON We love to share our passion for all things polar Back by popular demand, writer and historian with you! Visit the Quark blog to read posts from Jonathan Shackleton, cousin of Sir Ernest Shackleton and our Expedition Leaders and other experts, and get the family historian for the Irish Shackletons, tips on photography, packing and much more! joins us to lecture and regale us with stories of his ancestors’ famed expedition to the South, as well as QuarkExpeditions.com/community his own experiences on and around Antarctica.
RESEARCHER DR. TOM HART Founder of the Penguin Lifelines project at Oxford University and the Zoological Society of London, Dr. Tom Hart has a passion for wildlife in extreme environments and is enthusiastic about conserving them. Tom will be aboard select Antarctica voyages, researching penguins’ adaptation to a changing environment, and is always a great source of penguin anecdotes.
RESEARCHER DR. MIKE POLITO Working along with Dr. Tom Hart and the Penguin Lifelines project, Dr. Mike Polito is an assistant professor at Louisiana State University and a guest investigator at the world-renowned Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. He monitors Antarctic wildlife using camera trapping, volunteers’ photos and population genetics. #TravelWithQuark RESEARCHER DR. IAN STIRLING Naturalist Guide and Lecturer Dr. Ian Stirling has studied polar bears and seals for years. His book Polar Bears: The Natural Histoy of a Threatened Species is the de¦nitive work on this iconic species. He is an emeritus research scientist with the Canadian Wildlife Service and an adjunct professor of biological sciences at the University of Edmonton.
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Expedition :AM: Zodiacs are deployed to explore otherwise inaccessible wildlife, culture and historical sites. Wondering what it’s like to explore the Arctic on a genuine, purpose-built icebreaker? The mighty ship Kapitan Khlebnikov is amongst a select group of vessels that can maneuver :PM: An afternoon hike provides a breathtaking view. through dense pack ice, carrying you to remote shores you may not get to otherwise experience. Here’s a look at a day in the life on one of our eastern arctic itineraries.
:AM: Catching a glimpse of the vast stunning vistas from up on the KLB’s deck.
:PM: A rare opportunity to observe the elusive muskoxen.
:PM: We explore ashore and visit Greenlandic communities and learn their centuries-old way of life.
:AM: The sun rises over a patchwork of sea ice.
:AM: The power and :PM: We take to the ship’s thrill of pushing through on-board helicopters to do some a stretch of thick pack ice. aerial sightseeing.
:AM: Journeying into sea ice for the photography opportunity of a lifetime.
:PM: From the air, we take in immense polar landscapes and the surrounding sea.
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The North Pole: at °N Crush through the ice, admire wildlife and visit Franz Josef Land while GREENLAND journeying to the North Pole. Helicopter excursions and an optional hot air balloon ride make this adventure a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The Arctic’s Most Arctic Ocean NORTH POLE HIGHLIGHTS Svalbard • Crack through dense, multi-year ice • The largest, most powerful nuclear-powered icebreaker in the world Exclusive Address Helsinki Franz Josef Land • Champagne toast at §ºN • Helicopter sightseeing Murmansk The North Pole has been calling out to intrepid explorers for centuries and • Ride a hot air balloon at the top of the world remains one of the most remote, exclusive and rewarding destinations in the world. See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com RUSSIA Board Years of Victory, the world’s largest and most powerful icebreaker, for an unforgettable journey toward a milestone few travelers have reached. Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length.
Departures Ship: Years of Victoy Possible Landing Sites: • Cape Flora • Apollonov Island • Tikhaya Bukta
Adventure Options: HOT AIR BALLOONING
A circle of celebration at °N Cape Tegettho¸, Franz Josef Land archipelago; a walrus mother and pup; Years of Victory crushes through pack ice
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GREENLAND and Semi- HIGHLIGHTS • Travel on the extraordinary, one-of-a-kind Kapitan Khlebnikov icebreaker Resolute Kangerlussuaq • Take in magnicent aerial sightseeing on one of two helicopters CANADA Scheduled route Circumnavigation: • Witness the sights and sounds of the crushing of pack ice If conditions allow route • Explore important archaeological sites as well as historical sites of early exploration Actual itineray may vay based on Ultimate Icebreaking weather conditions and voyage length. See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Departure Ship: Kapitan Khlebnikov Expeditions Possible Landing Sites: • Wrangel Island, Russia • Cape Morris Jessup, Greenland Unleash your inner explorer on powerful icebreaker • Tanquary Fjord, Canada Kapitan Khlebnikov. One of a few vessels of its kind in the world, this ship makes it possible to experience some of the Arctic’s most fascinating and remote places. Combine two or more itineraries for a semi-circumnavigation or full circumnavigation of the Arctic.
Witnessing the Khlebnikov’s crushing power in arctic pack ice Nosing up to the Rubini Rock bird cli¸s; KLB powers through sea ice; sightseeing thanks to on-board helicopters; a bear spotted along the way
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A polar bear stalks a herd of walrus; delicate arctic poppies; Zodiac cruising near bird cli¸s Former Norse settlement site Herjolfsnes, Greenland; architectural iceberg; Eastern Greenlandic community of Ittoqqortoormiit; an arctic hare
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC ARCARCTICTIC Arctic Icebreaker DAYS Arctic Icebreaker DAYS Expedition: Best of the from $,* Expedition: Ultimate from $, * Canadian High Arctic *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Northwest Passage *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. RUSSIA Board mighty icebreaker Kapitan Khlebnikov and sail under the midnight Arctic Ocean Witness rst-hand the haunting beauty of northern wildlife, Anadyr sun to the most remote, ice-choked Arctic Regions. From Ilulissat, communities and culture as you travel the Arctic on acclaimed icebreaker Arctic Ocean Tanquary Fjord “The Iceberg Fjord,” to Ellesmere Island, this voyage is the ultimate GREENLAND Kapitan Khlebnikov. Be on the lookout for populous wildlife, including adventure o the beaten path. whales, seals, seabirds and, perhaps, even the elusive polar bear.
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• Visit remote Canadian Arctic and Greenlandic communities • Discover the cultures of remote Canadian and Russian Arctic communities Anchorage Ba®n Island Kangerlussuaq • Discover the highlights of the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland • Iconic arctic wildlife: polar bear, walrus, reindeer and more Victoria Island • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Site Ilulissat, in Greenland TO OTTAWA, • Explore important archaeological sites as well CANADA CANADA FROM OTTAWA, as historical sites of early exploration Combine Combine CANADA FROM OTTAWA, See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com with Best CANADA with Ultimate of the Canadian Northwest Passage Actual itineray may vay based on See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com High Arctic for Actual itineray may vay based on for Semi-Circum- weather conditions and voyage length. weather conditions and voyage length. Semi-Circum- navigation navigation Departure Departure Ship: Kapitan Khlebnikov Ship: Kapitan Khlebnikov Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: • Tanquary Fjord • Holman, Canada • Hell’s Gate • Herschel Island, Canada • Axel Heiberg Island • Ittygran, Russia
“ I HAD TWO TRIPS OF A LIFETIME ON THE KHLEBNIKOV·ENSURING MY POLAR ADDICTION FOR LIFE.” @Karina_Joy, Quark Traveler
Sunset Zodiac cruise; looking out at Kangerlussuaq; Greenland; posing polar bears; ice breaking Smoking Hills, Northwest Territories, Canada; glaucous gull; Zodiac cruising; Greenlandic child; meet the muskoxen
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Sail through regions that were once the domain of Vikings and heroic explorers; search for the majestic polar bear under a midnight sun; witness dramatic ¬ords and ice-covered vistas; and share the tundra with wild®owers, reindeer and arctic fox.
“AMAZING TRIP·WONDERFUL SCENERY, INCREDIBLE WILDLIFE SIGHTINGS AND A DEDICATED, PROFESSIONAL AND TOTALLY ENTHUSIASTIC TEAM.” Rowe, Quark Traveler
A polar bear reclines on the sea ice
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC ARCARCTICTIC Scotland to Spitsbergen: DAYS Tromsø, Bear Island DAYS Across the Arctic Circle from $,* and Longyearbyen: from $ ,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Experience a fascinating blend of Scottish and Norse history while Fjords and Bears GREENLAND enjoying the medieval art, architecture and archaeology of the Orkney SVALBARD and Shetland Islands. Continue north, exploring ¬ords, Norwegian Longyearbyen (Region of Noway) From Tromsø, venture deeper into the Arctic Circle to the usually Spitsbergen cities and the UNESCO-protected Vega Island, a birders’ paradise. ice-choked Svalbard Archipelago. Visit Bear Island, an important Longyearbyen bird area, and explore the wildlife haven of Spitsbergen to look Greenland Sea SVALBARD (Region of Noway) HIGHLIGHTS out for walrus, seals, reindeer, arctic fox and the elusive polar bear. • Neolithic sites of the Orkneys and Shetlands Bear Island • Enjoy amazing birdlife, including UNESCO-protected Vega Island HIGHLIGHTS • Sail north across the Arctic Circle • Unique arctic wildlife: polar bear, walrus, reindeer and more Nowegian Sea
NORWAY • Norway’s Northern Cape See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com • Optional kayak adventure UNITED NORWAY Troms¾ KINGDOM Edinburgh See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com
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Departure Departure Ship: Ocean Nova Ship: Sea Adventurer Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: • Orkney and Shetland Islands, U.K. • Nordkapp • Bergen and Vega, Norway • Bear Island • Poolepynten, Norway • Lilliehöök Glacier
Adventure Options: Adventure Options: KAYAKING KAYAKING
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“ PASSION, ENTHUSIASM, SENSE OF FUN AND “ EXCITEMENT PLUS·WE BOUNDARY PUSHING CREATED THE MOST AWESOME WERE ON ONE ADVENTURE ARCTIC EXPERIENCE YOU COULD EVER HAVE!” AFTER THE NEXT. EVERY DAY David and Sue Mellows-Facer, Quark Travelers DISPLAYED NATURE AT ITS BEST. I WILL NEVER FORGET THE POLAR BEAR WHO GREETED OUR SHIP· SO CLOSE·SO AMAZING.” Deb Evans, Quark Traveler
Sailing into Fair Isle, Scotland; an Atlantic pu¿n; charming NusÀord, Noway; capturing all the sites Ashore to explore in Spitsbergen; a curious polar bear; bear warning sign in Svalbard
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCARCTTICIC ARCARCTICTIC Spitsbergen Explorer: DAYS Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: DAYS Wildlife Capital of the Arctic from $ ,* Big Island, Big Adventure from $,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. See multiple Spitsbergen highlights by exploring the western edge Rugged, wild, unspoiled—Spitsbergen is unforgettable. During this °-day of the island and venturing to northern areas that are home to polar bear, SVALBARD voyage, you will witness iconic arctic wildlife in its natural environment. SVALBARD (Region of Noway) (Region of Noway) Kvit¾ya walrus and whales. This classic expedition is packed with opportunities Walrus, whales and seabirds are plentiful, and Spitsbergen also oers your for exploring the wildlife capital of the Arctic. Nordaustlandet best chance to see the elusive polar bear. Nordaustlandet
Monaco Monaco HIGHLIGHTS Glacier HIGHLIGHTS Glacier • Look for polar bear, walrus, arctic fox, reindeer and more Spitsbergen • Enjoy the same highlights as the Spitsbergen Explorer, Spitsbergen • Historical site honoring whalers of the th and th centuries with two additional days for our circumnavigation Longyearbyen Edge¾ya • Extended hiking opportunities ashore and Zodiac cruising • Search for polar bear, reindeer, walrus and arctic fox Longyearbyen Edge¾ya • Remote and rarely visited corners of Svalbard Scheduled See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com • Experience the land of the midnight sun route Arctic Ocean If conditions Arctic Ocean allow route See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Actual itineray may vay based on Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. weather conditions and voyage length. “ THE LANDSCAPE IS SO VARIED AND MESMERIZING Departure Departures AND THE TEAM WERE Ship: Ocean Nova Ships: Ocean Nova, Sea Adventurer EXCEPTIONAL IN ANIMAL, Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: BIRD AND FLORA DISCOVERY.” • Phippsøya • Monaco Glacier David and Sue Mellows-Facer, Quark Travelers • Hornsund • Alkhornet • Ny London • Edgeøya
Adventure Options: Adventure Options: KAYAKING KAYAKING
SNOWSHOEING SNOWSHOEING
A harp seal; Zodiac cruising on calm water around Spitsbergen; a Kumlien’s gull Prepping for a morning kayak trip; Humpback whale; reindeer on the tundra; taking in a view of Spitsbergen from deck; purple mountain saxifrage
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC ARCARCTICTIC Arctic Archipelagos: DAYS Three Arctic Islands: DAYS Spitsbergen and from $,* Iceland, Greenland from $, * Franz Josef Land *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. and Spitsbergen *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Franz Josef Land One of the most remote archipelagos in the world, Franz Joseph Land If you believe in three times lucky, you can’t lose with this Champ Island award-winning expedition to Iceland, Greenland, and Spitsbergen. GREENLAND SVALBARD is rich with wildlife. This nature reserve in the Russian Arctic National (Region of Noway) Park is seldom visited and the landscape is dotted with relics left by Hooker Island Glaciers and volcanoes, musk ox, reindeer, walrus and perhaps explorers of the past. polar bear; this adventure features the diversity and beauty Scoresby of three islands in one fascinating voyage. Sund Arctic Ocean Monaco HIGHLIGHTS Glacier Nordaustlandet • Zodiac landings provide access to seldom-visited sites HIGHLIGHTS Denmark in Franz Josef Land • Explore wildlife-rich Spitsbergen, the less-visited east coast Strait Edge¾ya • Experience arctic wildlife, including walrus, whales and polar bear Longyearbyen of Greenland and an introduction to Iceland SVALBARD • Be on the lookout for musk ox, reindeer, walrus and more • On-board lecturers and educational presentations (Region of Noway) Reykjavik Akureyri Spitsbergen • Explore ¬ords, glaciers and icebergs via Zodiac See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Actual itineray may vay based on Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com weather conditions and voyage length.
“ I ENJOYED ABSOLUTELY EVERY Departure Departure SECOND OF THIS CRUISE. Ship: Sea Adventurer Ship: Ocean Nova I’VE MADE SO MANY AMAZING Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: MEMORIES THAT WILL NEVER • Scoresbysund, Greenland BE FORGOTTEN.” • Monaco Glacier, Svalbard • Lilliehöök Glacier, Svalbard Megan Wanner, Quark Traveler • Rubini Rock, Franz Josef Land • Tikhaya Bukta, Franz Josef Land • Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland
Adventure Option: Adventure Option: KAYAKING KAYAKING
Grazing reindeer; polar bear paws; Cape Tegettho¸ Muskoxen with calves; water pours from a glacier; photo op on deck; an eight kayak salute
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC :PM: After a shipboard lunch, we head out on Zodiacs to cruise amongst Watch the spectacular ice, watch for whales and pass by a group A Day in the Life: day-in-the-life of curious sled dogs. video on Quark’s YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/ Greenland QuarkExpeditions ARCTIC Fly/Cruise EXPRESS See pages ¬¬«
Northern lights, or aurora borealis: Greenland is one of the best places in the world to observe this spectacular phenomenon. Our new Greenland Northern Lights Fly/Cruise itinerary transports you to this magical island of supernatural landscapes, warm pioneering people and the thrill of the dancing night sky.
:AM: Greeting the day and the always-plentiful Greenlandic sun with a co¥ee and walk on the deck.
:AM: It’s a crystal clear night, and out on deck our eyes are trained on the unspeakable beauty of the sky!
:AM: Exploring up close and personal by kayak brings the most amazing sites, sounds and photo ops.
:PM: Ashore in Ittoqqortoormiit, we’re lucky to visit an isolated community, dependent on the ocean and ice for its existence.
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC ARCARCTICTIC Greenland to Canada: DAYS Greenland: Inuit, Icebergs and Wildlife from $ ,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Explore Canadian and Greenlandic sites, icebergs and Inuit culture in Pioneering People one amazing expedition. This adventure takes you from a tiny Greenlandic GREENLAND village to Iqaluit, in Canada’s North. Enjoy opportunities for seeing iconic
There are few places in the world as unique and creatures, including whales, walrus and, perhaps, even polar bear. Ilulissat as spectacular as Greenland. Shaped culturally and geographically by the ice cap that dominates it, HIGHLIGHTS Greenland has a fascinating history, dramatically • Iconic arctic wildlife: polar bear, whales and walrus rugged landscape and welcoming community. • Explore Ilulissat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greenland CANADA Kangerlussuaq It is also one of the best places in the world • Optional kayak adventure opportunities Iqaluit FROM to experience the awe-inspiring northern lights. OTTAWA, See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com CANADA TO MONTREAL, CANADA
Actual itineray may vay based on “ MEANT TO BE weather conditions and voyage length. ‘THE HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME’ AND IT Departure WAS. IT EXCEEDED Ship: Sea Adventurer OUR EXPECTATIONS.” Possible Landing Sites: Ian Lowe and Janet Stanley, • Sisimiut, Greenland Quark Travelers • Ilulissat, Greenland • Qikiqtarjuaq, Canada • Pangnirtung, Canada
Adventure Options: KAYAKING
The colorful houses of Niaqornat, Northwest Greenland A walrus; Greenlandic traditional dress; a rare polar bear encounter
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC ARCARCTICTIC ARCTIC EXPRESS Arctic Express: DAYS Greenland’s Northern Lights from $,* Northern Cruise North, Fly South *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Arctic Ocean The world’s largest ¬ord system beckons you to Greenland on this ®y/cruise expedition for those short on time. Enjoy the northern lights, GREENLAND Lights Express: Inuit settlements, iceberg-choked ¬ords, tundra hikes and wildlife on this spectacular adventure of the untouched Arctic. Constable Point Supernatural HIGHLIGHTS • Scoresbysund Fjord, the world’s largest ¬ord system • Sightings of grazing muskoxen and a variety of whales and seabirds
• Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest ICELAND Akureyri Spectacle and most northerly park Reykjavik • Spectacular light displays courtesy of the aurora borealis* Short on time? Enjoy this convenient ®y/cruise expedition Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. and experience panoramic views from the air; search for wildlife See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com amongst wild®owers on the tundra; enjoy insights into Departure Inuit traditions; immerse yourself in the world’s largest ¬ord Ship: Ocean Nova system; and lose yourself in the magical, dancing northern lights. Possible Landing Sites: • Denmark Ø • Blomsterbugten • Ittoqqortoormiit Adventure Options:
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“ THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYBODY, AND I, FOR ONE, CAME AWAY WITH A WHOLE NEW APPRECIATION FOR GREENLAND, ITS PEOPLE AND CULTURE.” “ THE ARCTIC IS TRULY A PLACE THAT Mary Triplette, Quark Traveler NEEDS TO BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED.” Bridget de Klerk, Quark Traveler
The northern lights dazzle with neon colors *weather permitting. Glowing icebergs dot the landscape at Sydkap; exploring RødÀord in Greenland National Park; Glaucous gull
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If you’re short on time, this ®y/cruise expedition is a great option. Explore the region synonymous with the “true” Greenland for its GREENLAND GREENLAND Witness the world’s largest ¬ord system, Inuit settlements and the Arctic Ocean untouched landscapes and the most remote community on the island. Arctic Ocean northern lights. Trek the tundra, photograph majestic icescapes Experience magnicent nature, where seal, muskoxen, arctic hare and view arctic wildlife on the horizon. Constable and seabirds await. Point Constable Point HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Visit a traditional Greenlandic community and meet the locals • Visit the ¬ords of West Greenland and a traditional Greenlandic community • Spot herds of muskoxen • Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest and most Akureyri ICELAND ICELAND • Explore Scoresby Sund Fjord, the world’s largest ¬ord system Reykjavik remote national park Reykjavik • Optional kayak adventure See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Actual itineray may vay based on See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. weather conditions and voyage length.
Departures Departure Ship: Ocean Nova Ship: Ocean Nova Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: • Brogetdal • Sydkap • Renbugten • Ella Øya • Hall Bredning • Frederiksdal
Adventure Options: Adventure Options:
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“ I GIVE EVERYONE AN ON A SCALE OF TO .” Don Rosenberg, Quark Traveler
Zodiac cruising by a glacier in Greenland National Park; a Greenlandic child wearing traditional beadwork; Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenlandic village; humpbacks wave upon on our arrival; Zodiac cruising amongst towering ice East Greenland; alpine saxifrage
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC The Canadian Arctic: The True North
Embrace your thirst for adventure in the Canadian High Arctic. As you sail through the region’s rich natural beauty, re®ect on the dramatic feats of historic explorers, learn more about its isolated communities and keep an eye out for captivating wildlife on the snow, ice and tundra.
“ THIS TRIP SURPASSED MY WILDEST EXPECTATIONS! THE PROFESSIONALISM OF THE EXPEDITION TEAM AND SHIP CREW WERE OUTSTANDING!” Nicole Sayres, Quark Traveler
Cruising along the cli¸s of Devon Island, on the lookout for wildlife
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC ARCARCTICTIC Northwest Passage: DAYS Northwest Passage: DAYS Franklin’s Legend from $,* Fury and Hecla from $,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Travel the legendary Northwest Passage and follow the route taken Visit seldom-traveled routes through the fabled Northwest Passage, a sea by famed explorers Amundsen and Franklin. During this -day active route attempted by acclaimed explorers Amundsen and Franklin, and the GREENLAND adventure, you’ll see a lot, including King William Island, where the ships greatest maritime quest of the last ° years. From landscapes to icescapes, GREENLAND of the Franklin Expedition were abandoned in ´. explore some of the region’s most interesting and stunning landmarks. Upernavik
Ban Ban Bay Ilulissat HIGHLIGHTS Kugluktuk Bay HIGHLIGHTS Kugluktuk Kangerlussuaq Fuy and Hecla Strait • Be on the watch for arctic wildlife: muskoxen, polar bear and more • Iconic arctic wildlife: polar bear, walrus and ringed seals Kangerlussuaq Baªn • Colorful Greenlandic villages and traditional Inuit handicrafts Island • Traditional Inuit communities TO Baªn • Explore Ilulissat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site EDMONTON, Davis • Franklin Expedition historical sites FROM EDMONTON, Island CANADA CANADAHudson Bay Strait Davis Strait Hudson See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Bay See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Hudson FROM Bay CANADA OTTAWA, CANADA CANADA TO OTTAWA, CANADA Actual itineray may vay based on “ WOW! WHAT AN EXCEPTIONAL weather conditions and voyage length. Actual itineray may vay based on EXPERIENCE. I’VE DONE THINGS weather conditions and voyage length. I NEVER DREAMED OF. AND THE Departure POLAR BEARS·WOW, WOW, WOW.” Ship: Sea Adventurer Departure Valerie Cocker, Quark Traveler Possible Landing Sites: Ship: Sea Adventurer • Itilleq and Sisimuit, Greenland Possible Landing Sites: • Dundas Harbour, Canada • Ilulissat, Greenland • Bellot Strait, Canada • Monumental Island, Canada • Cape Dorset, Canada Adventure Options: Adventure Options: KAYAKING KAYAKING
An encounter with blue ice; polar bears; common alpine lichen A polar bear; Zodiac cruising; Inuit elders demonstrating ancient ways of life; an inuksuk landmark
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Arctic by Land: Unique Adventure Basecamps
Our land-based arctic expeditions oer immersive experiences for adventurous travelers. Enjoy kayaking while viewing stunning landscapes. Take in belugas and other wildlife at Nunavut’s Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge, or head north to Barneo Ice Camp for a rare, authentic exploration experience at this North Polar Basin ®oating research site.
“ A WONDERFUL TIME AND A GREAT ARCTIC EXPERIENCE WE WILL NEVER FORGET. YOU HAVE LEFT FOOTPRINTS ON OUR HEARTS.” North Pole Quark Traveler Express to Waterfall a short hike from Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Barneo Ice Camp
Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge; a beluga whale; local arctic char sushi An aerial view of Barneo Ice Camp; a snow sculpture at basecamp; landing on an ice runway at Barneo
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ARCTIC ARCARCTICTIC North Pole Express: DAYS Arctic Watch Wilderness or DAYS Barneo Ice Camp from $,* Lodge: Adventure and from $,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Fly in for one night to a ®oating campsite on the sea ice of the North Polar Wildlife at ºN Basin. Live as the scientists and explorers of this temporary station do, Arctic Ocean Somerset while exploring by helicopter and on foot in this unique polar adventure. GEOGRAPHIC Explore the Canadian Arctic at this wilderness lodge and beluga whale Island NORTH POLE observation site. Located miles µ km¶ north of the Arctic Circle, BARNEO ARCTIC HIGHLIGHTS ICE CAMP Franz the lodge oers guests diverse adventure activities. See wildlife in its Cambridge Bay WATCH Josef • Fly in to one of the most extraordinary remote basecamps in the world Land natural habitat and experience ´-hour daylight. • Reach the top of the world by Antonov AN- ´ aircraft, Mi8 helicopter and foot GREENLAND HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore unique Longyearbyen, Norway, before arriving at basecamp Greenland Sea • Experience one of the foremost destinations for beluga whales • Search for muskoxen, arctic fox, arctic hare and birds of prey
See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Svalbard CANADA Longyearbyen • Explore the island thanks to all-included adventure options: Yellowknife Barrents Sea ATVs, kayaking, tundra hiking and more • Enjoy excellent dining, nely paired with the best wine from Canada’s Okanagan Valley Actual itineray may vay based on Adventure Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. weather conditions and voyage length. See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com options included! Departure Departures Location: Location: • Arctic Sea Ice, °N • Somerset Island, Nunavut, Canada Adventure Options: KAYAKING
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An Mi8 helicopter £ies us to the northernmost point on Earth; £ags £ank the entrance to Barneo Ice Camp; Arctic fox pups at play; a view of the lodge; rafting the Cunningham River; a beluga whale celebrating at geographic North Pole
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Reykjavik Highlights Reykjavik is an ideal base to take advantage of ®-hour daylight. Renowned for its culture, music and nightlife, this city of contrasts boasts nearby geysers, glaciers and other natural wonders, as well as health- enhancing spas and thermal pools, and a spectacular countryside.
Extend Your Stay: Discover Optional Arctic Trips Oslo Enjoy an extra night in Norway’s Let Quark’s polar experts book your Comfort vibrant capital, where you’ll be guided entire journey for you with lots of friendly or Luxuy around this modern, beautifully packages situated city. Extend the package to regional tips and tricks along the way. ¦ve days and take the unforgettable Flåm Railway past picturesque ¿ords We’ll make sure that all aspects of your trip are a delight— and snow-capped mountains on your before, during and after your adventure. Contact our Polar way to Bergen. Travel Advisers to nd out about some of the amazing options we have to extend your stay.
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Best of Highlights Reykjavik of Helsinki From the therapeutic waters of the Tour Helsinki, a capital with Blue Lagoon to the bubbling hot extraordinary architecture that springs of Thingvellir National Park, is a blend of eastern and western you’ll be mesmerized by the unique in§uences. Take a leisurely stroll beauty and striking geography of through the old town of Porvoo for this Nordic island. Ask about options some traditional Finnish handicrafts, to enjoy the fresh air and explore and sample locally roasted co¥ee. the dramatic landscape.
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SOUTH & Galapagos AMERICA Galapagos CHILE Islands Whether exploring the plentiful wildlife of the Antarctic or plying
ARGENTINA the waters of the Southern Ocean for sightings of whales, seals and penguins, Quark Expeditions can satisfy your every expectation for Santiago Buenos Aires a trip of a lifetime. Our new Galapagos Islands voyages also promise Atlantic Ocean to satiate your appetite for wildlife and adventure. Map is not to scale EXPLORERS’ COLLECTION GALAPAGOS EXPEDITION: See pages for details. DARWIN’S PLAYGROUND ANTARCTIC EXPRESS FALKLAND ISLANDS Stanley ISLAS MALVINAS, See pages for SOUTH GEORGIA Antarctic y/cruise options. FALKLAND AND ANTARCTICA: THE TOP Punta ISLANDS EXPLORERS AND KINGS WILDLIFE Arenas Ushuaia (Islas Malvinas) IN THE GALAPAGOS Cape Horn ANTARCTIC INTIMATE FALKLANDS: SOUTH ISLANDS EXPLORER: BESPOKE EXPEDITION GEORGIA SEA LION DISCOVERING THE SOUTH GEORGIA Drake Passage TH CONTINENT SOUTH AND ANTARCTIC LAND ELEPHANT ORKNEY PENINSULA: IGUANA ISLAND ISLANDS UNCHARTED KING GEORGE PENGUIN SAFARI GIANT ANTARCTICA: ISLAND TORTOISE BESPOKE EXPEDITION DECEPTION BLUE-FOOTED ISLAND BOOBIE ANTARCTIC EXPRESS: Southern Ocean SEA CROSSING THE CIRCLE TURTLE
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A voyage to South Georgia combines the opportunity to experience one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles as well as important sites steeped in the history of polar exploration. Walk in the footsteps of Sir Ernest Shackleton. Share the beach with tens of thousands of tuxedoed king penguins, massive elephant seal and countless other wildlife.
:AM: We prepare for the rst excursion of the day.
:AM: We pay tribute at Shackleton’s gravesite, accompanied by special guest Jonathan Shackleton, his cousin.
:PM: We explore further, seeing other birdlife: rare blond fur seals and curious king penguin chicks.
:AM: Our rst encounter with the noble king penguin and its oversized companion, the elephant seal.
:PM: We snap a few last shots of the kings against a golden sunset.
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Antarctic Peninsula: Immersive th Continent Experiences
Oering the greatest number of departures to this incredible destination, these voyages oer a magical, captivating and unforgettable experience in the world’s wildest continent: Antarctica. Prepare yourself for untouched natural beauty, extraordinary wildlife, towering icebergs and crackling sea ice, all set against the backdrop of the remote, rugged and spectacular th continent.
“ THIS BEAUTIFUL LAND HAS COMPLETELY TAKEN MY BREATH AWAY IN SO MANY MOMENTS, I KNOW I WILL NEVER FORGET THIS TRIP.” Lydia White, Quark Traveler
Adélie penguins line up at Brown Blu
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Antarctic Explorer: or DAYS Crossing the Circle: DAYS Discovering the th Continent from $,* Southern Expedition from $,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Discover why Antarctica has inspired explorers for centuries, on this journey This in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula takes you even through the unforgettable wilderness of the South Shetland Islands and Buenos Aires farther south to cross the Antarctic Circle, an unpredictable, exciting Buenos Aires
Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter a world where nature makes each trip unique. ARGENTINA and awe-inspiring achievement you’ll celebrate with your shipmates. ARGENTINA Cruise You’ll feel like you are in a world without borders, sailing through Cruise Fly to Ocean Fly to Ocean HIGHLIGHTS Endeavour an endless stretch of sea, snow, ice and spectacular wildlife. Endeavour • Encounter magnicent wildlife: blue-eyed shag, humpback whales,
leopard seals, gentoo and chinstrap penguins and more HIGHLIGHTS Stanley
• Witness dramatic Antarctic landscapes, glowing ice structures Stanley • Abundant Antarctic wildlife: Adélie and gentoo penguins, humpback and majestic mountains and minke whales, Weddell and leopard seals and much more CHILE Ushuaia Atlantic Ocean • Cross the legendary Drake Passage CHILE • Camp under the midnight sun Voyages Ushuaia Atlantic Ocean Voyages • Cross the Antarctic Circle at °'S and Drake operated on the operated on the Passage See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com King George Island Ocean Endeavour Drake celebrate with a glass of champagne Ocean Endeavour Passage start and end in start and end in Anvers Snow Hill Island ANTARCTIC Island CIRCLE Buenos Aires King George Island Buenos Aires Lemaire Anvers See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Channel Island Snow Hill Island Adelaide Island Antarctic Lemaire Peninsula Channel ANTARCTIC CIRCLE Antarctic Peninsula Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. Departures Ships: Ocean Diamond, Departures Ocean Endeavour, Sea Adventurer Ships: Ocean Diamond, Possible Landing Sites: Ocean Endeavour, Sea Adventurer • Neko Harbour Possible Landing Sites: • Danco Island • Aitcho Islands • Lemaire Channel • Deception Island • Paradise Harbor Adventure Options: Adventure Options: KAYAKING KAYAKING CAMPING
CAMPING PHOTOGRAPHY
CROSSCOUNTRY SKIING STANDUP PADDLEBOARDING
SNOWSHOEING
MOUNTAINEERING
PHOTOGRAPHY
STANDUP PADDLEBOARDING
Exploring on cross-county skis; Zodiac cruising through the Lemaire Channel; jumping gentoo penguins; whale watching by kayak Kayaking; stand-up paddleboarding; a leopard seal
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Actual itineray may vay based on See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com weather conditions and voyage length.
Departures Ships: Ocean Diamond, Ocean Endeavour Possible Landing Sites: • Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) • Grytviken, South Georgia • Antarctic Sound, Antarctic Peninsula
Adventure Options:
KAYAKING
CROSSCOUNTRY SKIING
“ THIS WAS OUR FIRST CRUISE, AND WE DOUBT WE COULD SNOWSHOEING EVER EXPERIENCE ANOTHER ONE AS GOOD AS THIS ONE. MOUNTAINEERING THANK YOU FOR OUR AMAZING ANTARCTIC ADVENTURE!” John Preware, Quark Traveler PHOTOGRAPHY
STANDUP PADDLEBOARDING
A king penguin and egg amidst a massive rookey, South Georgia Quark passenger snapping a photo from the outer deck; a fur seal; a minke whale breaches; mountaineering on the Peninsula
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ANTARCTICA ANTARCTICA Crossing the Circle via DAYS South Georgia and DAYS Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) from $,* Antarctic Peninsula: from $,* * * and South Georgia: Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Penguin Safari Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Buenos Aires Buenos Aires ARGENTINA Begin your adventure in beautiful Buenos Aires before being whisked ARGENTINA Epic Antarctica Cruise Cruise Fly away on a private charter ight to explore Ushuaia, at the southern tip of Fly Explore Buenos Aires before ying to Ushuaia, a bustling port town at the tip Argentina, prior to embarkation. Visit beaches teeming with king penguins of Argentina, to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. The Falkland Islands and elephant seals on South Georgia, then move on to overwhelming Falkland Islands Atlantic Ocean (Islas Malvinas), the wildlife of South Georgia, king penguins and a champagne (Islas Malvinas) Falkland Islands and geographically contradictory Antarctica. (Islas Malvinas) Atlantic Ocean celebration as you cross the Antarctic Circle will leave you awestruck. Stanley South Georgia HIGHLIGHTS Ushuaia South Georgia CHILE Ushuaia Punta HIGHLIGHTS Arenas South • Visit historic research stations Shetland Islands Drake South Shetland • View a rich array of Antarctic wildlife: albatross, southern Drake • Experience as many as ve penguin species and ve seal species Passage Islands Passage elephant seal, king and macaroni penguins and more • Kayaking adventure option King George Island Anvers King George Island Island Anvers Island • Cross the Antarctic Circle at °'S Snow Hill Lemaire Snow Hill Island Lemaire Channel Channel Island • Visit South Georgia, the “Galapagos of the Poles” ANTARCTIC See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com ANTARCTIC CIRCLE CIRCLE Adelaide Antarctic Antarctic Island Peninsula Peninsula See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. Departure Departure Ship: Ocean Endeavour Ship: Ocean Endeavour Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: • West Point Island, Falkland Islands • Neko Harbour (Islas Malvinas) • Melchior Islands • Stromness, South Georgia • Damoy Point • Neko Harbour, Antarctic Peninsula • Detaille Island Adventure Options: PHOTOGRAPHY Adventure Options:
PHOTOGRAPHY KAYAKING
KAYAKING STANDUP PADDLEBOARDING
“ THE PASSION AND LOVE THE STANDUP PADDLEBOARDING “ VISITING THE ANTARCTIC WAS EXPEDITION TEAM HAS FOR LIKE SEEING A PIECE OF HEAVEN THE ENTIRE ECOSYSTEM WAS HERE ON EARTH!” AWE INSPIRING.” @Bowley, Quark Traveler @Bowley, Quark Traveler
Stand-up paddleboarding; a black-browed albatross and chick; Zodiac cruising in Antarctica; a leopard seal A king penguin colony; kayaking in a placid bay; a fur seal pup
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ANTARCTIC Antarctic Express: DAYS EXPRESS Fly the Drake from $,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Enjoy spectacular views of Antarctica as you y to spectacular King George Island to board your expedition vessel. Enjoy wildlife and astounding ARGENTINA icebergs, beaches dotted with leopard seals and penguins, plus icy plateaus Falkland Islands Antarctic (Islas Malvinas) and snow-capped mountain peaks. When your exploration comes to an end, Stanley enjoy the view one more time on your comfortable charter ight back. Cruise CHILE Fly Ushuaia Express: HIGHLIGHTS Punta Arenas Atlantic Ocean • The fastest, most direct way to Antarctica South Shetland • Walk amongst penguin colonies, see crabeater Drake Islands Passage Short on Time, and Weddell seals, gulls and skuas King George Island • Kayaking adventure option Anvers Island Snow Hill Lemaire Island Channel Big on Adventure See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Adelaide Island Antarctic ANTARCTIC Maximize your time exploring the unspoiled, Peninsula CIRCLE
wild and dramatic landscapes of Antarctica, Actual itineray may vay based on with the inclusion of a scenic ight to—or from— weather conditions and voyage length. King George Island. You’ll have more time to Departures explore by ship, Zodiac and land, and also enjoy Ship: Sea Adventurer a captivating view from the air. Possible Landing Sites: • Pleneau Island • Melchior Islands • Damoy Point
Adventure Options:
SNOWSHOEING
KAYAKING
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Taking in the immensity of the towering blue ice from the Zodiac An Adélie penguin; a leopard seal; kayaking with whales near Pléneau Island; a gentoo penguin struts his stu
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ANTARCTICA ANTARCTICA Antarctic Express: DAYS Antarctic Express: DAYS Fly South, Cruise North from $,* Cruise South, Fly North from $,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. Take a quick three-hour ight from Puntas Arenas to King George Revel in the excitement of a southbound crossing of the famed Drake Passage, Island and enjoy your rst glimpse of Antarctica from the air, a unique with the convenience of a northbound ight and a spectacular aerial view ARGENTINA Cruise Falkland Islands (Isla Malvinas) Fly introduction to the region’s vast and dramatic landscapes. Continue of Antarctica to end your journey. Minke and humpback whales or Adélie ARGENTINA on board a comfortable expedition ship and marvel at abundant wildlife, Stanley penguins may greet you en route to the Peninsula, and throughout you’ll share Stanley including curious, playful penguins and seals. Later, return to Ushuaia Cruise your time with charismatic wildlife and intrepid traveling companions. CHILE CHILE Fly through the legendary Drake Passage. Ushuaia Punta Arenas Ushuaia Atlantic Ocean Atlantic Ocean HIGHLIGHTS Punta Arenas HIGHLIGHTS Drake • The perfect short, introductory expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula Passage South Shetland Islands • Visit historic research stations • Antarctic wildlife: penguins, whales, seals and seabirds Drake King George Island Passage • Experience penguin colonies and see crabeater, • Southbound Drake Passage crossing with a northbound ight King George Island Anvers Island Anvers leopard and Weddell seals Snow Hill Island Lemaire Island Lemaire Paradise Harbor • Kayaking adventure option Channel See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Channel
ANTARCTIC Antarctic Adelaide CIRCLE Peninsula See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Island Antarctic ANTARCTIC Peninsula CIRCLE Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. Actual itineray may vay based on Departures weather conditions and voyage length. Ship: Sea Adventurer Departures Possible Landing Sites: Ship: Sea Adventurer • Half Moon Island Possible Landing Sites: • Port Lockroy • Neko Harbour • Cuverville Island • Melchior Islands Adventure Options: • Damoy Point SNOWSHOEING Adventure Options: KAYAKING SNOWSHOEING
KAYAKING
“ I HAVE WAITED FOR OVER YEARS TO VISIT ANTARCTICA. I’M ENORMOUSLY GRATEFUL TO QUARK FOR ENSURING THAT ALL MY EXPECTATIONS WERE FAR EXCEEDED.” @Lamaison, Quark Traveler
A skua; a cozy pair of chinstrap penguins; Zodiac cruising in the Lemaire Channel A humpback whale; kayaking at Cuveville Island; the optional polar plunge
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ANTARCTICA ANTARCTICA Antarctic Express: DAYS Antarctic Express: DAYS Crossing the Circle from $,* Fly South, Cruise the Peninsula, from $,* *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. A short, comfortable ight from Punta Arenas to King George Island has South Georgia and the Santiago your boots on the ground in three hours, overtaken by the sheer aerial ARGENTINA Cruise Falkland Islands Fly magnitude of the th continent. Search for whales, experience a calving (Islas Malvinas) Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) ARGENTINA Stanley glacier or nd yourself in a rookery of curious, playful penguins. CHILE This diverse voyage oers a comprehensive experience with signicant CHILE Cruise Falkland Islands Atlantic Ocean HIGHLIGHTS Fly time savings, through convenient charter ights from Punta Arenas (Islas Malvinas) Punta Arenas Stanley • Visit historic research stations and explore Marguerite Bay Atlantic Ocean to Antarctica and back to Santiago, Chile. In just ¤ days, you’ll explore South Georgia • Walk amongst penguin colonies, plus see skuas, gulls, Drake South Shetland the South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and the Punta Ushuaia Passage Islands Arenas South Shetland and crabeater and Weddell seals Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), which are teeming with wildlife. Islands Drake • Kayaking adventure option King George Island Passage King George Island Anvers Anvers Island Island Snow Hill HIGHLIGHTS Snow Hill Lemaire Island Lemaire Island See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Channel • Witness Antarctic wildlife: albatross, Adélie and king penguins, southern Channel Adelaide Island elephant and leopard seals, orca and minke whales and much more ANTARCTIC Antarctic CIRCLE Adelaide • The unique experience of ying out of Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) Peninsula Island Antarctic ANTARCTIC Peninsula CIRCLE • Zodiac cruising and optional kayaking Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. Actual itineray may vay based on See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com weather conditions and voyage length. Departure Departures Ship: Sea Adventurer Ship: Sea Adventurer Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: • Port Lockroy, Antarctic Peninsula • Antarctic Circle • Salisbury Plain, South Georgia • Melchior Islands • Port Stanley, Falkland Islands • Damoy Point (Islas Malvinas)
Adventure Options: Adventure Option:
CAMPING KAYAKING
KAYAKING
“ I HAD MY EXPECTATIONS FOR THIS JOURNEY, BUT THEY WERE BLOWN AWAY.” Kally Wright and Frank Becbla, Quark Travelers
Camping at Dorian Bay; an Adélie penguin; Zodiac excursion; out on deck, sailing through the Lemaire Channel Kayaking at Devil Island; the beach at Carcass Island; curious king penguin chick
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NEW Intimate Antarctica for & Falklands: .
“MY LONG AWAITED TRIP TO ANTARCTICA Bespoke Expeditions EXCEEDED ALL EXPECTATIONS. WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE THE SCENERY, by Small Boat IT WAS UNBELIEVABLE.” Aileen Norman, Quark Traveler Circumnavigate the Falklands, an archipelago teeming with wildlife and featuring beautiful scenery, white sand beaches and vast open spaces, or discover rarely visited Antarctic Peninsula coves, inlets and landing sites, on two intimate journeys aboard the one-of-a-kind Hans Hansson small exploration boat.
Watching a surfacing humpback from the deck
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Falkland Islands CHILE HIGHLIGHTS (Islas Malvinas) HIGHLIGHTS Cruise Fly Stanley • A smaller boat with only ¤¦ passengers means access CHILE • Circumnavigate the islands during this intimate to remote locations and more time ashore Cruise ¤¦-passenger voyage Atlantic Ocean Punta Ushuaia Fly • Panoramic views, and opportunities for viewing seals, Arenas • Stunning scenery, from white sand polar beaches South Falkland Islands Shetlands (Islas Malvinas) penguins, whales and numerous birds Island and sheer clis to rugged mountain terrain Carcass Island Volunteer Point Drake Passage • Intimate setting, family atmosphere, close interaction with crew King George Island • Opportunities to see four species of penguins along Stanley Anvers Island Beaver Island Snow Hill with whales, dolphins and a wide variety of birds Sea Lion Island NEW Lemaire Island NEW See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Channel for ANTARCTIC See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com for Punta Arenas . CIRCLE . Actual itineray may vay based on Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. weather conditions and voyage length.
Departure Departure Ship: Hans Hansson Ship: Hans Hansson Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: • Two Hummock Island • Beaver Island • Vieugué Island • New Island • Pitt Islands • Sea Lion Island
“ THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE IN THE WORLD’S MOST PRISTINE AND MAJESTIC SETTING. MEMORIES TO LAST A LIFETIME.” Kirsten McFadden, Quark Traveler
Southern Giant Petral; trekking on a sunny day; a chinstrap penguin; Hans Hansson at anchor; photos from the deck Gentoo penguins on the beach; a reindeer calf; Falkland Islands vista; a pod of Commerson’s dolphins
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The Galapagos Islands: Darwin’s Playground NEW for .
Hike, swim, snorkel and kayak as you explore the diverse Galapagos Islands aboard small expedition ship Evolution. Combine this adventure with a classic Antarctic expedition for some of the best highlights of the Southern Hemisphere, from equator to Pole!
A proud sea lion commands the beach while the Evolution waits at anchor
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL ANTARCTICA ANTARCTICA Galapagos DAYS Galapagos DAYS * * Expedition: from $, NEW Expedition: from $, NEW *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. for *Per person. See page for detailed pricing. for Darwin’s . Darwin’s . PINTA PINTA Playground, Cruise Playground, Cruise Fly GENOVESA Fly GENOVESA MARCHENA MARCHENA Darwin Bay Beach Central and North Prince Phillip’s Steps Far West Vincente Roca Point EQUATOR Interact with the wildlife and havens of the EQUATOR The beauty of the Evolution small expedition SANTIAGO SANTIAGO Galapagos Islands. Hiking, swimming, snorkeling ship is its ability to travel where larger craft Espinosa James Bay North Tagus Point Point and kayaking are just a few options as you explore Egas Port Seymour can’t. During this expedition, interact with Sullivan Bay Island FROM MAINLAND TO MAINLAND ECUADOR Baltra ECUADOR habitats of sea lions and turtles, marine animals, wildlife as you hike and explore the waters, Urbina Chinese Hat Islet Baltra Carrion Point Bay FERNANDINA Bachas birds, lizards and the Galapagos tortoise. FERNANDINA Black Turtle Cove inner islands and fascinating, less-traveled Dragon Beach SAN CRISTÓBAL Edèn Highlands South Plazas Kicker Rock Hill outer islands of the Galapagos. Islet Charles Darwin Highlands Research Station HIGHLIGHTS SANTA Charles Darwin CRUZ Research SANTA FE SANTA SANTA FE Station Puerto Baquerizo CRUZ • Snorkel, swim, cruise and walk among HIGHLIGHTS ISABELA ISABELA Morena Galapagos wildlife SAN CRISTÓBAL • Snorkeling daily (no experience necessary) • Explore volcanic islands, the Research • Enjoy popular inner islands and remote Post O¯ce Bay TO MAINLAND FROM MAINLAND ECUADOR ECUADOR Station, and Black Turtle Cove mangroves Cormorant Point outer islands Pacic Ocean Pacic Ocean Suarez Gardiner FLOREANA Point Islet FLOREANA • Combine with an Antarctic Explorer • Pair with an Antarctic Explorer expedition ESPAÑOLA ESPAÑOLA expedition for an epic adventure for Southern Hemisphere highlights Actual itineray may vay based on Actual itineray may vay based on weather conditions and voyage length. weather conditions and voyage length. See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com See full itinerary at QuarkExpeditions.com Departures Departure Ship: Evolution Ship: Evolution Possible Landing Sites: Possible Landing Sites: • Kicker Rock • Urbina Bay • Post O¯ce Bay • Dragon Hill • Chines Hat Islet • Charles Darwin Research Station
Included Activities: Included Activities:
SNORKELING SNORKELING
KAYAKING KAYAKING
Colorful land iguana; Evolution sundeck; swimming with sea turtles; Moorish idol sh A blue-footed boobie; a great frigate bird; laughing sea lions; a Galapagos giant tortoise
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Santiago Extend Your Head Start Tour Chile’s national capital, then travel to Viña Stay: Optional del Mar, the “garden city by the sea,” for a lunch overlooking the Pacic Ocean. Journey through the Casablanca Valley to Valparaíso, for a visit Antarctic Trips to the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your journey to the Antarctic can be just as much fun as being there, and we have a variety of packages to help you to get the most out of your adventure. Experience Contact our friendly Polar Travel Advisers Iguazú Falls to learn more about the shorter trips we oer One of the world’s natural wonders, the Iguazú River in the region. cascades over nearly two miles (. km) of cli³s, creating almost individual waterfalls in the EXPEDITION PACKAGES FROM TO DAYS process. Your tour of the Argentinian side is included, with an option to visit the Brazilian side.
Explore Easter Island Fly from Santiago to Easter Island, famous for its enormous statues carved from the tough stone of Rano Raraku, the island’s fabled volcano. Tour the Extend To book, for information regarding statues, tombs and volcanoes, with a package o³ering pricing or for custom itineraries, three nights at the all-inclusive Explora Rapa Nui. your contact a Quark Polar Travel Adviser adventure!
Introduction to Patagonia Buenos Aires Birding Discover the beauty of Buenos Aires, a city that Join a small group out of Ushuaia in search melds European charm with the frenzied pace of condors, magellanic woodpeckers, austral of Latin life. Enjoy a tour of the city’s impressive pygmy owls, caracaras, austral parakeets highlights, and in the evening, experience and others. An expert local guide will help a spectacular dinner and tango show. you nd and identify the rich birdlife available in beautiful Tierra del Fuego.
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Camping Stand-up Paddleboarding Exclusive to Quark! Looking for an intimate and personal way Combining surng with kayaking or canoeing, stand-up On Ocean Endeavour to connect with the Antarctic continent? paddleboarding will give you a very personal and unique voyages only Who can say they’ve slept on the th continent? perspective on Antarctica. Excursions are guided by Treat yourself to an overnight camping adventure experienced sta³, and taken in small groups in good and seize the opportunity to sleep under the midnight weather conditions, on calm bays and harbors. Reservations sun and revel in the silence of the land. Our popular for paddleboarders will be taken at the time of booking. camping options are limited to people on board Other paddleboarding opportunities will be o³ered via Sea Adventurer, and on board the Ocean Diamond sign-up on board ship, on a rst-come, rst-served basis.* and Ocean Endeavour.* Per excursion: $ Antarctic Ocean Endeavour voyages only Per person: $ Antarctic only INCLUDED OPTIONS ON SELECT EXPEDITIONS Mountaineering Geared toward our more adventurous passengers, Snowshoeing mountain climbing in Antarctica is amongst the A novel way to experience the beauty of the most rewarding and addicting outdoor endeavors. polar landscape, and to discover remote alcoves and To climb in Antarctica is a special memory that hidden valleys. Walking atop the snow, we’ll be able will last forever. Our mountaineering adventures to visit new places that are inaccessible on foot.* are full-day activities that can last up to ve hours. You are required to complete a tness waiver to participate in this challenging option.* Per person: $ Antarctic only Photography Antarctica is one of the most incredibly photogenic destinations in the world. Our on-board photography Cross-Country Skiing expert provides hands-on instruction and technical Cross-country skiing is one of the most e¯cient ways tips to ensure that you capture the best of your to travel on snow-covered ground, enabling you to Antarctic experience.* experience Antarctica the same way that pioneering explorers like Amundsen and Shackleton did. With journeys taking a few hours, it is imperative Snorkeling Exclusive to Galapagos! to be in good physical shape. Ideally, to partake in this activity, you’ll have cross-country skiing experience; Descend into deep azure waters and enter an however, exceptions may be made for those deemed underwater world as unique and rich in wildlife as the physically capable.* Galapagos Islands themselves. Multi-hued sh, giant turtles and even penguins call these waters home, and Per person: $ Antarctic only you may even encounter harmless sharks or sea lions.*
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Going on an expedition doesn’t have to mean roughing it. Whether your sense of adventure has drawn you to the Galapagos Islands, the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) or the North Pole, you’ll journey aboard vessels that exceed the highest safety and environmental standards. As you explore the most remote regions on the planet on board our legendary ships, enjoy creature comforts and amenities you wouldn’t have thought possible. Our new land-based adventures share the comfort but provide a variety of experiences for the most discerning and adventurous travelers, from the Poles of the Earth to the equator.
Polar Adventure Ships ICE©STRENGTHENED ICEBREAKERS BASECAMPS Heli-landing; Victoy Bar VESSELS • ¡¢ Years of Victoy • Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge SHIP FEATURES • Ocean Nova • Kapitan Khlebnikov • Barneo Ice Camp • Helicopter for aerial sightseeing • Sea Adventurer • Full tness facilities, including gym, basketball • Ocean Diamond GALAPAGOS EXPEDITION court, sauna and small swimming pool Evolution • Ocean Endeavour • • All-inclusive bar and beverages BRIDGE DECK • Hans Hansson • All cabins have an ensuite bath • On-board Polar Boutique • Polar library E
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Guests POLAR BOUTIQUE E Lifeboats , fully enclosed View from the bridge Ice Class LL (the highest rating possible) of Years of Victory Registered Russia BRIDGE DECK Year Built
E VOLLEYBALL ADVENTURE OPTIONS COURT BELOW TO VOLLEYBALL HOT AIR BALLOONING BRIDGE DECK WC
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Sta³ & Crew LOUNGE WC LIBRARY 405 403 401 Guests E SHIP SPECIFICATIONS 415 413 411 409 407 WC BRIDGE DECK Lifeboats , fully enclosed Sta³ & Crew DECK Ice Class LL Guests Lifeboats , fully enclosed OFFICE 320 318 316 314 Registered Russia 312 310 308 306 304 302 DINING POLAR Ice Class B (Hull A) ROOM Year Built E BOUTIQUE WC BUFFET 317 321 319 Registered Bahamas 315 313 311 309 307 305 303 301 UPPER DECK DECK Year Built
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CAMPING M ADVENTURE OPTIONS 20 5 20 3 20 1 GY 21 1 20 9 20 7 23 1 22 9 22 7 22 5 22 3 22 1 21 9 21 7 21 5 SNOWSHOEING MAIN DECK KAYAKING
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FEATURES FEATURES • Helicopter ¾ight to North Pole • All-inclusive adventure activities • Reach the top of the world by Antonov AN- • Double or single cabins with sink and marine toilet aircraft and Mi8 helicopter • Polar library • Experience life at a research base, where scientists, pilots, • Main lounge mechanics, engineers and explorers meet and work • Dining room • Shared tent facilities SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Sta³ Sta³ Guests Guests Location Somerset Island, Nunavut, Canada Location Arctic Sea Ice, °N
Barneo Ice Camp; Mi8 helicopter; Antonov AN-« Main lodge; a selection of delicious food; great hall; bedroom
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SCOTLAND TO SPITSBERGEN Across the Arctic Circle Number Price per Transfer May – Jun , Ocean Nova Edinburgh Longyearbyen • • $,** Pg. Dates of Days Location Start End Activities Person* Package§
TROMSØ, BEAR ISLAND AND LONGYEARBYEN Fjords and Bears ARCTIC WATCH WILDERNESS LODGE Adventure and Wildlife at «°N May – Jun , Sea Adventurer TromsÅ Longyearbyen • • $,* Jun – Jul , Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Yellowknife Yellowknife • • • • • $, $, Jul – Jul , Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Yellowknife Yellowknife • • • • • $, $, SPITSBERGEN EXPLORER Wildlife Capital of the Arctic Jul – Jul , Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Yellowknife Yellowknife • • • • • $, $, Jun – Jun , Ocean Nova Longyearbyen Longyearbyen • • $,** Jul – Jul , Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Yellowknife Yellowknife • • • • • $, $, SPITSBERGEN CIRCUMNAVIGATION Big Island, Big Adventure Jul – Aug , Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Yellowknife Yellowknife • • • • • $, $, Jun – Jun , Sea Adventurer Longyearbyen Longyearbyen • • $,* Jul – Aug , Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Yellowknife Yellowknife • • • • • $, $, Jun – Jul , Ocean Nova Longyearbyen Longyearbyen $,** • • Aug – Aug , Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge Yellowknife Yellowknife $, $, Jun – Jul , Sea Adventurer Longyearbyen Longyearbyen • • $,* • • • • • Jul – Jul , Ocean Nova Longyearbyen Longyearbyen $,** • All prices in USD. ARCTIC WATCH ADVENTURE OPTIONS * Price per person based on twin occupancy. NORTH POLE The Ultimate Arctic Adventure § For details on transfer packages, please see page . Kayaking Hiking ATV Fishing Rafting † Jun – Jun , Years of Victory Helsinki Helsinki • $, $, Included Included Included Included Included † Jun – Jul , Years of Victory Helsinki Helsinki • $, $,
ARCTIC ARCHIPELAGOS Spitsbergen and Franz Josef Land Number Price per Jul – Jul , Sea Adventurer Longyearbyen Longyearbyen • $,* Pg. Dates of Days Location Start End Person* NORTHPOLE EXPRESS Barneo Ice Camp ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION Arctic Circumnavigation Apr – Apr , Barneo Ice Camp Longyearbyen Longyearbyen $, Jul – Sep , Kapitan Khlebnikov Anchorage Anchorage $,* All prices in USD. ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION Epic Northeast Passage * Price per person based on twin occupancy in Longyearbyen. Ice Camp is shared tented accommodation. Jul – Aug , Kapitan Khlebnikov Anchorage Longyearbyen $,* $,
ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION Extreme Greenland Aug – Aug , Kapitan Khlebnikov Longyearbyen Ottawa $,* $, A rare close encounter with a polar bear
ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION Best of the Canadian High Arctic Aug – Sep , Kapitan Khlebnikov Ottawa Ottawa $,* $,
ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION Ultimate Northwest Passage Sep – Sep , Kapitan Khlebnikov Ottawa Anchorage $ ,* $,
THREE ARCTIC ISLANDS Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen Aug – Aug , Ocean Nova Longyearbyen Reykjavik • $,**
NORTHWEST PASSAGE Franklin’s Legend Aug – Aug , Sea Adventurer Ottawa Edmonton • $,* $,
NORTHWEST PASSAGE Fuy and Hecla Aug – Sep , Sea Adventurer Edmonton Ottawa • $,* $,
ARCTIC EXPRESS Greenland’s Northern Lights (Cruise North, Fly South) Aug – Sep , Ocean Nova Reykjavik Reykjavik • $,**
ARCTIC EXPRESS Greenland’s Northern Lights (Fly North, Fly South) Sep – Sep , Ocean Nova Reykjavik Reykjavik • $,** Sep – Sep , Ocean Nova Reykjavik Reykjavik • $,**
ARCTIC EXPRESS Greenland’s Northern Lights (Fly North, Cruise South) Sep – Oct , Ocean Nova Reykjavik Reykjavik • $,**
GREENLAND TO CANADA Inuit, Icebergs and Wildlife Sep – Sep , Sea Adventurer Ottawa Ottawa • $,* $,
All prices in USD. ARCTIC ADVENTURE OPTIONS * Price per person based on triple occupancy. ** Price per person based on quad occupancy. Kayaking Snowshoeing Hot Air Ballooning † This is a twin price—no triple accommodation on Victoy. $ /person Included $ /person § For details on transfer packages, please see page .
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Number Adventure Options Price per Transfer Pg. Dates of Days Ship Start End Person* Package§ ANTARCTIC EXPLORER Discovering the 7th Continent Nov – Nov , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • • • • • $, $ † Nov – Nov , Ocean Diamond Ushuaia Ushuaia • • $, Nov – Nov , Sea Adventurer Ushuaia Ushuaia • • • $, Nov – Dec , Sea Adventurer Ushuaia Ushuaia • • • $, Dec – Dec , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • • • • • $, $ † Dec – Dec , Ocean Diamond Ushuaia Ushuaia • • • $, Dec – Dec , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • • • • • $, $ † Dec – Dec , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • • • • • $, $ † Feb – Feb , Ocean Diamond Ushuaia Ushuaia • $, Feb – Feb , Ocean Diamond Ushuaia Ushuaia • $, Feb – Mar , Ocean Diamond Ushuaia Ushuaia • $, Feb – Mar , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • $, $ † Mar – Mar , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • $, $ †
FALKLAND ISLANDS ISLAS MALVINAS, SOUTH GEORGIA AND ANTARCTICA Explorers and Kings Nov – Dec , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • • • • $, $ † Dec , – Jan , Ocean Diamond Ushuaia Ushuaia • • $,
CROSSING THE CIRCLE VIA FALKLAND ISLANDS ISLAS MALVINAS AND SOUTH GEORGIA Epic Antarctica Dec , – Jan , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • $, $ †
CROSSING THE CIRCLE Southern Expedition Jan – Feb , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • • $, $ † Feb – Feb , Sea Adventurer Ushuaia Ushuaia • $, Mar – Mar , Ocean Diamond Ushuaia Ushuaia • $,
ANTARCTIC EXPRESS Cruise South, Fly North Dec – Dec , Sea Adventurer Ushuaia Punta Arenas • • $, Jan – Jan , Sea Adventurer Ushuaia Punta Arenas • $,
ANTARCTIC EXPRESS Crossing the Circle Jan – Jan , Sea Adventurer Punta Arenas Punta Arenas • • $, Jan – Feb , Sea Adventurer Punta Arenas Punta Arenas • $,
ANTARCTIC EXPRESS Fly South, Cruise North Dec , – Jan , Sea Adventurer Punta Arenas Ushuaia • • $ , Feb – Feb , Sea Adventurer Punta Arenas Ushuaia • $ ,
ANTARCTIC EXPRESS Fly the Drake Dec – Dec , Sea Adventurer Punta Arenas Punta Arenas • • $, Dec – Dec , Sea Adventurer Punta Arenas Punta Arenas • • $, Dec – Dec , Sea Adventurer Punta Arenas Punta Arenas • • $,
SOUTH GEORGIA AND ANTARCTIC PENINSULA Penguin Safari Feb – Feb , Ocean Endeavour Buenos Aires Buenos Aires • • • $, $ †
ANTARCTIC EXPRESS Fly South, Cruise the Peninsula, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) Feb – Mar , Sea Adventurer Ushuaia Santiago • $,
UNCHARTED ANTARCTICA Bespoke Expedition Jan – Feb , Hans Hansson Punta Arenas Punta Arenas $, King penguins, South Georgia
INTIMATE FALKLANDS Bespoke Expedition Feb – Mar , Hans Hansson Stanley Stanley $, $, ANTARCTICA . ADVENTURE OPTIONS GALAPAGOS EXPEDITION Dawin’s Playground, Central and North Nov – Nov , Evolution Guayaquil Guayaquil • • $, $ Kayaking Camping Cross-Country Skiing Snowshoeing Jan – Feb , Evolution Guayaquil Guayaquil • • $, $ $ /person* $ /person $ /person Included
GALAPAGOS EXPEDITION Dawin’s Playground, Far West Mountaineering Photography Stand-up Paddleboarding Snorkeling Mar – Mar , Evolution Guayaquil Guayaquil • • $, $ $ /person Included $ /person Included*
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The applicable per-person cost • One night’s airport hotel accommodation • Photographic journal documenting the expedition is indicated on the Dates & Rates summary in Edmonton with breakfast • Waterproof expedition boots on loan • International airfare Arctic ¦¬¤ Inclusions • Flight from Edmonton to Kugluktuk • An o¯cial Quark Expeditions® parka to keep • Passport and applicable visa expenses • Transfers to and from ship • Co³ee, tea, water and juice available around the • Government arrival and departure taxes not • Flight from Kangerlussuaq to Ottawa clock (soft drinks and beer are not available) mentioned ON ALL SHIPS ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION: THREE ARCTIC ISLANDS • Group transfer from Ottawa airport to hotel • Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including • Meals ashore, with the exception of breakfast • Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping EXTREME GREENLAND • Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax • One night’s hotel accommodation in Ottawa a map and an informative Arctic Reader at the host hotel, when applicable • All breakfasts, lunches and dinners on board (please • All beverages on board, including a selection of house • Arrival transfer from Longyearbyen airport to your with breakfast • All miscellaneous service taxes throughout the • Baggage, cancellation, interruption and (mandatory) inform us of any dietary requirements as far in wines, beer and spirits hotel if you arrive one day prior to embarkation and program medical travel insurance advance as possible; unfortunately, the ships’ • Group scheduled helicopter ¾ightseeing and excursions have booked additional accommodation (not included) NORTH POLE EXPRESS: BARNEO ICE CAMP • All luggage handling at the charter terminal and • Excess baggage charges galleys cannot prepare kosher meals) • Transfer from your hotel or Longyearbyen airport • One night’s hotel accommodation based on double at the lodge • Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges, • All shore landings per the daily program, Arctic Icebreaker Expedition: Extreme Greenland to ship on embarkation day occupancy with breakfast in Longyearbyen • Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum unless specied weather permitting Transfer Package ($,) • Charter ¾ight from Akureyri to Reykjavik • Welcome dinner in Longyearbyen benet of US$ , per person • Phone and internet charges • Leadership throughout the expedition by our • Arrival transfer from Longyearbyen airport to hotel (-day voyage aboard Ocean Nova only) • All transfer and ¾ights per the daily program • Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage experienced Expedition Leader, including shore if you arrive one day prior to embarkation • Group transfer to downtown Reykjavik • Shared tent accommodation at Barneo Ice Camp Arctic Watch Transfer Package ($,) for sta³ and crew landings and other activities • Transfer from hotel or Longyearbyen airport to ship on disembarkation day • Group helicopter excursion to the North Pole • Hotel shuttle transfers on arrival and departure • Additional overnight accommodation • All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program on embarkation day (weather dependent) between airport and hotel in Yellowknife • Arrival and departure transfers, except where • Formal and informal presentations by our expedition • Transfers to and from ship GREENLAND TO CANADA: • All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks • One night’s hotel accommodation in Yellowknife explicitly stated team and special guests as scheduled • Flight from Kangerlussuaq to Ottawa INUIT, ICEBERGS, AND WILDLIFE at Barneo Ice Camp with breakfast • Pre- and post-expedition hotel accommodation, • Photographic journal, including photographs, • Group transfer from Ottawa airport to hotel Transfer Package ($,) • Co³ee, tea and cocoa available around the clock • Group transfer to and from charter ¾ight except where explicitly stated. Where hotel nights daily expedition reports, maps and more • One night’s hotel accommodation in Ottawa • One night’s hotel accommodation in Ottawa • All activities per the daily program to Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge are included, the number of guests per room is • Waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings with breakfast with breakfast • Leadership throughout the expedition by our • Charter ¾ight from Yellowknife to Arctic Watch the same as cabin occupancy on the ship (with the • An o¯cial Quark Expeditions® parka to keep • Group transfer from hotel to Ottawa airport experienced Expedition Leader Wilderness Lodge and return exception of Barneo Ice Camp, which o³ers shared • Life jackets and immersion suits ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION: • Flight from Ottawa to Kangerlussuaq • Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including • One night’s hotel accommodation in Yellowknife tent accommodation at the camp). Due to limited • Co³ee, tea and cocoa available around the clock BEST OF THE CANADIAN HIGH ARCTIC • Transfers to and from ship a map and an informative Arctic Reader with breakfast availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board • Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin • All beverages on board, including a selection • Flight from Iqaluit to Ottawa • All miscellaneous service taxes throughout the are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel • Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including of house wines, beer and spirits • Group transfer from Ottawa airport to hotel program DURING EXPEDITIONS THAT • Adventure options on ship expeditions (all weather a map and an informative Arctic Reader • Group scheduled helicopter ¾ightseeing and excursions • One night’s hotel accommodation in Ottawa • Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum EMBARK AND DISEMBARK IN LONGYEARBYEN dependent) that are not included in the cost of the • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges with breakfast benet of US$ , per person • Arrival transfer from Longyearbyen airport to hotel voyage (e.g., kayaking, helicopter excursions, etc.) throughout the program Arctic Icebreaker Expedition: Best of the Canadian if you arrive one day prior to embarkation and have • At Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge: wine with dinner • All luggage handling aboard ship High Arctic Transfer Package ($,) ARCTIC EXPRESS: CRUISE NORTH, FLY SOUTH ARCTIC WATCH WILDERNESS LODGE booked additional accommodation • On ¡¢ Years of Victoy and Kapitan Khlebnikov, any • Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum • One night’s hotel accommodation in Ottawa • Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax • Daily accommodation • Transfer from hotel or Longyearbyen airport to ship private helicopter ¾ying time that may be available benet of US$ , per person with breakfast • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation • All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks at on embarkation day for optional ¾ights can be purchased at an hourly • Group transfer from hotel to Ottawa airport in Reykjavik with breakfast Arctic Watch • Group transfer from ship to airport or local rate to be announced on board NORTH POLE: THE ULTIMATE ARCTIC • Flight from Ottawa to Kangerlussuaq • Group transfer from Reykjavik hotel to domestic • Complimentary WiFi (limited signal strength) designated drop-o³ location on disembarkation day • On ¡¢ Years of Victoy: ballooning at the North Pole ADVENTURE ABOARD THE YEARS OF • Transfers to and from ship airport on embarkation day • All activities per the daily program, such as ATV, • Additional expenses (meals, accommodation, VICTORY • Flight from Resolute to Ottawa • Charter ¾ight from Reykjavik domestic airport kayaking, rafting, photography, etc. RATES SPECIFICALLY DO NOT INCLUDE international ¾ight change fees, etc.) incurred • Russian invitation letter for visa application provided • Group transfer from Ottawa airport to hotel to Akureyri on embarkation day • Leadership throughout the expedition • For some specied departures, the purchase of by delay or cancellation of activities due to after nal payment • One night’s hotel accommodation in Ottawa • Group transfers to and from ship by our experienced Arctic Watch team transfer package, including charter or domestic sub-optimal weather • Group helicopter ¾ightseeing in the daily program with breakfast • Charter ¾ight from Constable Point to Reykjavik (weather dependent) domestic airport on disembarkation day • All beverages, including a selection of house wines ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION: • Group transfer from domestic airport to Reykjavik hotel and spirits ULTIMATE NORTHWEST PASSAGE • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation • All beverages on board, including a selection in Reykjavik with breakfast North Pole Transfer Package ($, ) of house wines, beer and spirits • Hotel shuttle transfers on arrival and departure • Group scheduled helicopter ¾ightseeing and excursions ARCTIC EXPRESS: FLY NORTH, FLY SOUTH between airport and hotel in Yellowknife • Russian invitation letter for visa application provided • Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax Antarctica ¦¬¤.¤ Inclusions after nal payment • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION: in Reykjavik with breakfast ARCTIC CIRCUMNAVIGATION Arctic Icebreaker Expedition: Ultimate Northwest Passage • Charter ¾ight from Reykjavik to Constable Point • All beverages on board, including a selection Transfer Package ($,) on embarkation day ON ALL SHIPS, RATES INCLUDE BUENOS AIRES FLIGHT & HOTEL DURING EXPEDITIONS ON THE of house wines, beer and spirits • One night’s hotel accommodation in Ottawa • Group transfers to and from ship • Shipboard accommodation with daily PACKAGE $ ON VOYAGES ABOARD SEA ADVENTURER • Group scheduled helicopter ¾ightseeing and excursions with breakfast • Charter ¾ight from Constable Point to Reykjavik housekeeping OCEAN ENDEAVOUR • Snowshoes available on loan for shore excursions • Russian invitation letter for visa application provided • Group transfer from hotel to Ottawa airport domestic airport on disembarkation day • All breakfasts, lunches and dinners on board • One night’s hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires on designated voyages after nal payment • Flight from Ottawa to Resolute • Group transfer from domestic airport to Reykjavik hotel (please inform us of any dietary requirements with breakfast • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation • Transfers to and from ship • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation as far in advance as possible; unfortunately, • Group transfer from hotel to airport EXPEDITIONS ON THE OCEAN ENDEAVOUR in Anchorage with breakfast • Flight from Anadyr to Anchorage in Reykjavik with breakfast the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals) in Buenos Aires • Access to the spa facilities and juice bar • Group transfer from hotel to airport for charter ¾ight • Group transfer from Anchorage airport to hotel • All shore landings per the daily program, • Charter ¾ight from Buenos Aires international • Complimentary wine with dinner • Flight from Anchorage to Anadyr and return • One night’s hotel accommodation in Anchorage ARCTIC EXPRESS: FLY NORTH, CRUISE SOUTH weather permitting airport (Ezeiza/EZE) to Ushuaia, and return • Yoga classes and onboard wellness program • Transfers to and from ship with breakfast • Greenland voyages cruise passenger tax • Leadership throughout the voyage by our • Group transfer from Ushuaia airport to the ship, • A comprehensive photography program that • Group transfer from airport to hotel after charter ¾ight • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation experienced Expedition Leader, including and return (Note: Transfer on arrival in Buenos includes the services of a resident photography • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation SCOTLAND TO SPITSBERGEN: in Reykjavik with breakfast shore landings and other activities Aires from airport to hotel at the beginning of the instructor, a program of lectures on in Anchorage with breakfast ACROSS THE ARCTIC CIRCLE • Group transfer from Reykjavik hotel to domestic • All Zodiac transfers and cruising per journey is not included. Please make your way photography and digital image manipulation, and • Group transfer from ship to Longyearbyen airport or airport on embarkation day the daily program to the included hotel) photography-focused excursions at landing sites ARCTIC ICEBREAKER EXPEDITION: local designated drop-o³ location on disembarkation day • Charter ¾ight from Reykjavik to Constable Point • Formal and informal presentations by our • Combined airport transfer and express bus expedition team and guest speakers as scheduled EPIC NORTHEAST PASSAGE on embarkation day tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park after EXPEDITIONS ON THE OCEAN DIAMOND • Photographic journal, including photographs, disembarkation • All beverages on board, including a selection TROMSØ, BEAR ISLAND AND • Group transfers to and from ship • Snowshoes available on loan for shore excursions of house wines, beer and spirits LONGYEARBYEN: FJORDS AND BEARS • Charter ¾ight from Akureyri to Reykjavik domestic daily expedition reports and maps, and more • Waterproof expedition boots on loan for the DURING EXPEDITIONS THAT EMBARK on designated voyages • Group scheduled helicopter ¾ightseeing and excursions • Transfer from your previously booked hotel or our airport on disembarkation day • Access the world’s largest ¾oating collection duration of your voyage AND DISEMBARK IN USHUAIA ABOARD THE • Russian invitation letter for visa application provided designated hotel (not included) to ship on embarkation • Group transfer from domestic airport to Reykjavik hotel of polar books and DVDs in many languages after nal payment day (check your nal documents for location) • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation • An o¯cial Quark Expeditions® parka to keep SEA ADVENTURER AND OCEAN DIAMOND • Life jackets and immersion suits • Group transfer from ship to airport on in Reykjavik with breakfast • Group transfer in Ushuaia from airport ANTARCTIC EXPRESS: FLY THE DRAKE Arctic Icebreaker Expedition: Epic Northeast disembarkation day • Co³ee, tea and cocoa available around the clock to pre-expedition hotel on Day • Group transfer in Punta Arenas from airport Passage Transfer Package ($,) NORTHWEST PASSAGE: FRANKLIN’S LEGEND • Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation to pre-expedition hotel on Day • One night’s hotel accommodation in Anchorage ARCTIC ARCHIPELAGOS: Transfer Package ($,) • Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including with breakfast (Note: The number of guests per • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation with breakfast SPITSBERGEN AND FRANZ JOSEF LAND • One night’s hotel accommodation in Ottawa a map and an informative Antarctic Reader room is the same as cabin occupancy on the ship. in Punta Arenas with breakfast • Group transfer from hotel to Anchorage airport • Russian invitation letter for visa application with breakfast • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve • Group transfer from hotel to airport • Flight from Anchorage to Anadyr provided after nal payment • Group transfer from hotel to Ottawa airport throughout the program a suite on board are accommodated in standard in Punta Arenas pre-expedition • Transfer to and from ship • Arrival transfer from Longyearbyen airport to your • Flight from Ottawa to Kangerlussuaq • All luggage handling aboard ship rooms at the hotel, for example) • Flights to and from Antarctica • Group transfer from ship to Longyearbyen airport hotel if you arrive one day prior to embarkation • Transfers to and from ship • Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum • Group transfer from hotel to ship on • Group transfer from airport in Punta Arenas • Transfer from your hotel or Longyearbyen airport or • Flight from Kugluktuk to Edmonton benet of US$ , per person embarkation day to hotel post-expedition designated drop-o³ location on disembarkation day • One night’s airport hotel accommodation • Group transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Edmonton with breakfast from ship to local airport in Punta Arenas with breakfast
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ANTARCTIC EXPRESS: ANTARCTIC EXPRESS: FLY SOUTH, CRUISE Intimate Falklands: Bespoke Expedition FLY SOUTH, CRUISE NORTH THE PENINSULA, SOUTH GEORGIA AND Transfer Package ($,) Arctic ¦¬¤ and Antarctic ¦¬¤.¤ • Group transfer in Punta Arenas from airport THE FALKLAND ISLANDS ¦ISLAS MALVINAS§ • Arrival escort from airport terminal to airport to pre-expedition hotel on Day • Group transfer in Ushuaia from airport hotel in Santiago • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation to pre-expedition hotel on Day • One night’s airport hotel accommodation in Santiago, with breakfast in Punta Arenas with breakfast (Note: The number • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation TERMS AND CONDITIONS RESERVATIONS BY TELEPHONE EMERGENCY EVACUATION INSURANCE of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy in Ushuaia with breakfast • Group escort from airport hotel to airport on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers • Group transfer from hotel to ship in Ushuaia terminal in Santiago OF SALE USD ARCTIC Deposits AND TRAVEL INSURANCE who reserve a suite on board are accommodated • Group ¾ight from Santiago to Stanley, and return & ANTARCTIC . • Group transfer from ship to airport in Stanley To conrm reservations on all Quark products, Emergency evacuation insurance, to a maximum in standard rooms at the hotel, for example) post-expedition • Group transfer from Stanley airport to the ship, • Brieng dinner on Day in Punta Arenas • Flight from Stanley to Santiago and return Below you will nd a general set of terms and a deposit of % of the gross, non-discounted benet per paying traveler of US$ , , • Group transfer from hotel to airport in Punta • One night’s post-expedition airport hotel • One night airport hotel accommodation conditions for your expedition. Please note that rate (minimum US$ , AU$ , £ , € is included in the cost of Quark Expeditions Arenas on embarkation day accommodation in Santiago with breakfast in Santiago, with breakfast the complete set of terms and conditions, which per person) is required at time of booking. insurance from Travelex insurance company. • Flight from Punta Arenas to Antarctica include terms related to your contract of carriage The deposit may be paid by bank wire transfer, Included coverage is applicable only to travel • Group transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia UNCHARTED ANTARCTICA: GALAPAGOS EXPEDITIONS and the cruise portion of your expedition, check, money order or major credit card. occurring between the rst and last day of the from ship to post-expedition hotel BESPOKE EXPEDITION ABOARD THE EVOLUTION are located at http://www.quarkexpeditions. For any booking within days of departure expedition purchased from Quark Expeditions. • Shipboard accommodation • Shipboard accommodation with daily ANTARCTIC EXPRESS: • All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks on board housekeeping com/en/terms-and-conditions/arctic- full payment is required. Additional days of travel prior to the expedition CRUISE SOUTH, FLY NORTH -and-antarctic- and will be provided and/or after the expedition, including pre- and • All shore landings per the daily program • All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks Final Payments • Group transfer in Ushuaia from airport • Leadership throughout the voyage by our on board to you upon registration. Your purchase and post-packages/hotels/¾ights, purchased from to pre-expedition hotel on Day experienced Expedition Leader • Complimentary soft drinks and juice on board participation in the expedition is subject to Balances are due days prior to departure. Quark Expeditions or from suppliers other • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation • All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program • All shore landings per the daily program your acceptance of the complete set of Terms Final payment can be made by calling Quark than Quark Expeditions are not covered by in Ushuaia with breakfast (Note: The number of • Formal and informal presentations by our • Leadership throughout the voyage by our Expeditions and may be paid by bank wire guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on experienced Expedition Leader and Conditions. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO the included emergency evacuation insurance. expedition team transfer, check, money order or major the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who • Photographic journal documenting the expedition • All Zodiac transfers and cruising per THE COMPLETE TERMS AND CONDITIONS It is a condition of the booking that you and reserve a suite on board are accommodated • Waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore the daily program credit card. PROVIDED TO YOU UPON REGISTRATION, all members of your party have comprehensive in standard rooms at the hotel, for example) landings • Formal and informal presentations by our YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE Deposits and payments for pre- and post- • Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation expedition team and special guests as scheduled travel insurance coverage. Due to the • An o¯cial Quark Expeditions® parka to keep IN YOUR EXPEDITION. day in Ushuaia • Co³ee, tea and cocoa available around the clock • Photographic journal documenting the expedition travel options are specic to each item remoteness of the areas in which we travel, • Flight from Antarctica to Punta Arenas on • Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including • Co³ee, tea and cocoa available around the clock and are explained and communicated travelers must have a minimum US$ , disembarkation day a map and an informative Antarctic Reader • Hair dryer in every cabin The purchase of any travel services o®ered at time of purchase. (or equivalent) of emergency medical coverage. • Group transfer from airport to hotel in Punta • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges by Quark Expeditions, Inc. (along with Quark Expeditions requires proof of coverage Arenas post-expedition throughout the program throughout the program its a¯liates, owners, o¯cers, agents and • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation • All luggage handling aboard ship • All luggage handling aboard ship BOOKING ONLINE prior to embarkation. The travel insurance in Punta Arenas with breakfast (Note: The number • Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum • Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum employees collectively referred to as “Quark policy should also cover trip cancellation of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy benet of US$ , per person benet of US$ , per person Expeditions,” “Quark” or “QEI”) creates a Deposits insurance, trip delay (interruption or after on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers • Group transfer in Punta Arenas from airport • Arrival and departure transfers in Guayaquil contractual relationship between QEI and you, To conrm reservations on all Quark products departure coverage), baggage and repatriation. who reserve a suite on board are accommodated to pre-expedition hotel on Day • One night’s pre- and post-expedition hotel the customer/participant in the travel package a deposit of % of the gross, non-discounted Quark Expeditions will not be held responsible in standard rooms at the hotel, for example) • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation accommodation in Guayaquil with breakfast provided by QEI (for and on behalf of yourself in Punta Arenas with breakfast • Transfers to and from domestic ¾ight to Galapagos rate (minimum US$ , AU$ , £ , € for delays due to force majeure. Any additional and all other customers/participants for ANTARCTIC EXPRESS: CROSSING THE CIRCLE • Brieng dinner on Day in Punta Arenas per person) is required at time of booking. costs accrued will be the responsibility of the whom you are purchasing the travel package, • Group transfer in Punta Arenas from airport to • Group transfer from hotel to airport in Punta GALAPAGOS EXPEDITION: The deposit must be paid by major credit card. traveler. Please book your travel insurance hotel upon arrival on Day Arenas pre-expedition DARWIN’S PLAYGROUND herein referred to as the “client”, “traveler”, For any bookings within days of departure, at http://www.quarkexpeditions.com/travel- • Flights to and from Antarctica Flight and Park Fees ($, ; $ , ) • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation “passenger”, “you” or “your”), and represents full payment is required. insurance or with your Polar Travel Adviser. in Punta Arenas with breakfast included (Note: • Group transfer from airport in Punta Arenas to • Round-trip domestic airfare from mainland your acceptance of the terms and conditions of The number of guests per room is the same as hotel post-expedition Ecuador to Galapagos Islands Final Payments Due to the remoteness of where we travel, • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation your travel package set out below (the “Terms cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited • National Park entrance fee Balances are due days prior to departure. an adequate medical facility could be hours in Punta Arenas with breakfast • Galapagos National Park INGALA transit card and Conditions”). Please read the following availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board Final payment can be made by calling Quark away or more, and emergency evacuation and are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel, information carefully. In order for your tour for example) INTIMATE FALKLANDS: RATES SPECIFICALLY DO NOT INCLUDE reservation to be completed, you must indicate Expeditions (nal payment cannot be made adequate medical treatment may be delayed • Brieng dinner on Day in Punta Arenas BESPOKE EXPEDITION • Any airfare unless otherwise specied in the you accept the Terms and Conditions by online) and may be paid by major credit card, or unavailable in certain areas. • Group transfer from hotel to airport in Punta • Shipboard accommodation itinerary checking the appropriate box when paying bank wire or check. Deposits and payments Arenas on embarkation day • All breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks • Passport and visa expenses for pre-expedition and post-expedition services • Flight to and from Antarctica your deposit for online reservations or, for on board, as well as during the stay in Stanley • Government arrival and departure taxes are specic to each item and are explained CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS • Group transfer from airport in Punta Arenas • All shore landings per the daily program (e.g., Chilean/Argentine reciprocity fee, etc., reservations made by telephone, by signing to hotel post-expedition • Leadership throughout the voyage by our specic to your nationality) and returning the Acknowledgment Form and communicated at time of purchase. All requests for cancellation must be received • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation experienced Expedition Leader • Meals ashore unless otherwise specied sent to you by Quark. You are advised Late Payments in writing. Cancellations received days or in Punta Arenas with breakfast (Note: The number • All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program • Baggage, cancellation, interruption and to check on the Quark website located at more prior to departure are refundable less of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy • Formal and informal presentations by our (mandatory) medical travel insurance All late payments are subject to a penalty of www.quarkexpeditions.com or to request the on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers expedition team • Excess baggage charges .% interest per month, or % per annum. an administrative fee of minimum US$ , latest version of the Terms and Conditions from who reserve a suite on board are accommodated • Photographic journal documenting the expedition • Waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, Quark reserves the right to cancel any booking AU$ , £ , € per person. If cancellation in standard rooms at the hotel, for example) or any other gear not mentioned Quark prior to booking your travel package. • Waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore that is not paid within days of departure is received between days and days, the • One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation landings • Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal deposit is forfeited. If cancellation occurs less in Ushuaia with breakfast (Note: The number of charges unless specied or deny boarding on any unpaid balances. • An o¯cial Quark Expeditions® parka to keep than days prior to departure, all payments guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on • Co³ee, tea and cocoa available around the clock • Phone and internet charges Special Requests the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who • Comprehensive pre-departure materials, including • Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT are forfeited. If full payment has not yet been reserve a suite on board are accommodated a map and an informative Antarctic Reader for shipboard sta³ and crew Currency Quark Expeditions will always try to received, the full penalty will still apply and any in standard rooms at the hotel, for example) • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges • Any extra overnight accommodation required accommodate special requests, but will not unpaid balance is due immediately. To protect Quark Expeditions accepts payment in throughout the program due to ¾ight connections guarantee such things as cabin number, your investment, we recommend that you • All luggage handling aboard ship • Optional adventure activities (e.g., kayaking, currencies: US dollars (US$), Australian Dollars bedding type, special meals and airline seats. obtain adequate trip cancellation insurance. • Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum paddleboarding, mountaineering, etc.), weather (AU$), Euros (€) and Pounds Sterling (£), Please ensure all special requests are conveyed Cancellations cannot be made online. benet of US$ , per person dependent unless otherwise specied. Kapitan Khlebnikov • Arrival and departure transfers, except where to your booking agent at time of reservation. • Three nights’ pre-expedition hotel accommodation product can only be sold in US dollars (US$). Changes in Stanley with all meals explicitly stated • Round-trip transfers between Mount Pleasant • Transfers from post-expedition hotel The currency will be applied based on the Quark Expeditions begins planning our Airport and Stanley in Punta Arenas to the local airport location of the client. Once the initial deposit/ expeditions many months or even years in • Two days of land-based excursions out of Stanley • Spa services available for on-board purchase payment has been paid, all subsequent fees/ advance of departure. Occasionally, we have to • Round-trip hotel to ship transfer in Stanley aboard Ocean Endeavour charges will be applied in the same currency. • Entry fees to Volunteer Point reserve make changes both before and after bookings Quark reserves the right to adjust prices based • All Falklands farm and homestead visit donations have been conrmed. Quark reserves the on exchange rates without notice.
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OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL Terms and Conditions of Sale: Arctic 2016 and Antarctic 2016.17 (continued) interruption and cancellation clause. have flexible travel arrangements upon reasonable medical grounds or disembark any disembarkation of the voyage if delays arise. passenger at any port or place at any time or On day 5 of the Antarctic Express: Crossing Quark Expeditions will not be held responsible transfer the accommodations of or confine to a the Circle 11 day program should the charter for any change/cancellations fees due to cabin/room, any passenger who may be suffering flight not be able to take off by1159 hrs, Quark weather related delays or any other delays from contagious or infectious disease; whose right to change any service prior to departure Quark Expeditions reserves the right to refuse Please book your travel insurance at http:// Expeditions will officially cancel the voyage and arising from force majeure. presence, in the opinion of the Expedition without compensation; including but not boarding without compensation or refund. www.quarkexpeditions.com/travel-insurance provide letters for all clients to submit to their staff or master of the vessel/camp, may be limited to transfer packages (ground or air), Children above the age 16 will be accepted or with your Polar Travel Adviser. travel insurance providers under the trip delay/ FOR CANCELLATION DUE TO ALL OTHER detrimental to the comfort or safety of himself, group hotel nights and the voyage itself. at Barneo Ice Camp. interruption and cancellation clause. EVENTS OF FORCE MAJUERE, THE other travelers, the vessel/camp, its officers or QEI reserves the right (at its discretion) to alter STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF AMENDMENTS TO BOOKINGS On day 6 of the Uncharted Antarctic; Bespoke crew, or who, in the opinion of the Expedition or omit any part of the itinerary or change QUARK EXPEDITIONS SHALL APPLY. PRE- AND POST-TRAVEL AND NAME CHANGES Expedition 11 day program should the charter staff or master, might be excluded from landing any reservation, feature and/or means of Pre- and post-travel options arranged by flight not be able to take off by1159 hrs, Quark Please book your travel insurance at http:// at any port or place by immigration or other conveyance without notice and for any reason Quark Expeditions will make every effort to Quark Expeditions may not be refundable Expeditions will officially cancel the voyage and www.quarkexpeditions.com/travel-insurance governmental authorities. For travelers that whatsoever, without allowance or refund and assist in changing your reservation; however, after booking, please consult your Polar provide letters for all clients to submit to their or with your Polar Travel Adviser. book within 120 days of departure, completed with extra costs, if any, resulting, said changes changes must be submitted in writing a Travel Adviser for full terms and conditions. travel insurance providers under the trip delay/ medical forms must be received within 7 days being paid by the travelers. We reserve the minimum of 120 days prior to departure. A $350USD (or equivalent) deposit is required interruption and cancellation clause. of making payment. Quark Expeditions reserves right to cancel any services prior to departure, If the amendment is possible it will be subject ARCTIC WATCH at time of booking. The deposit is non- the right to deny entry/boarding, without refund in which case payment will be refunded to a minimum US$250, AU$325, £160, €220 On day 6 of the Intimate Falklands; Bespoke WILDERNESS LODGE refundable at time of booking. Cancellations or resulting expenses, to any traveler at the pier without further obligation on its part. per person fee, plus any difference in fare Expedition 11 day program should the charter received less than 120 days before departure if applicable. flight not be able to take off by1159 hrs, Quark Quark Expeditions will make every effort to for any reason at its sole discretion, including are 100% non-refundable. Expeditions will officially cancel the voyage and ensure the Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge but not limited to in the event that the on board ADVENTURE OPTIONS provide letters for all clients to submit to their Charter flights take place but due to weather medical officer determines that the traveler has TRANSFERS OF DEPOSITS conditions flying in this region can be not disclosed accurate medical information. Prices quoted are based on group participation CANCELLATION BY OR PAYMENTS TO ALTERNATE travel insurance providers under the trip delay/ ® difficult and is beyond the control of Quark Before boarding the vessel/camp each traveler and no refunds will be made for any part QUARK EXPEDITIONS EXPEDITIONS interruption and cancellation clause. Expeditions. We strongly recommend that all must have an adequate supply of all medicines of the program in which you choose not to Quark reserves the right to cancel any service Should travelers be unable to take the expedition QUARK EXPEDITIONS WILL NOT OFFER expedition guests purchase a travel insurance and medical supplies needed as they may not be participate, including but not limited to kayaking, prior to departure, in which case payment they originally booked, but would like to travel PASSENGERS A REFUND IN THE EVENT OF policy including trip delay, cancellation and available on board the vessel/camp. camping, skiing, mountaineering or ballooning will be refunded without further obligation on an alternate date, it may be possible to TRIP CANCELLATION. QUARK EXPEDITIONS interruption insurance. Please ask your Polar (if applicable and which, at the discretion of the In the case of quarantine of the vessel/camp on our part. Please note that in the event transfer deposits or payments from the original WILL NOT OFFER PASSENGERS Travel Adviser about travel insurance. Captain and Expedition Leader, may or may not or other condition requiring detention of any of cancellation, Quark Expeditions will not booking to an alternate booking, subject to the COMPENSATION IN THE EVENT OF be used). It is understood that refunds cannot QUARK EXPEDITIONS WILL NOT passenger, the passenger shall bear all risks be responsible for the cost of any additional following conditions: The new expedition must A DELAY. be made to travelers who do not complete the OFFER PASSENGERS A REFUND IN and expenses incurred thereby. The passenger travel arrangements beyond the voyage or occur within one year of the original expedition IF THE CHARTER FLIGHT IS NOT ABLE services for any reason whatsoever. All adventure THE EVENT OF TRIP CANCELLATION. agrees to pay for any food and accommodation other items not purchased through Quark date and a request to transfer must be made in TO TAKE OFF BY 1159 HRS ON DAY three options require a signed Adventure Option QUARK EXPEDITIONS WILL NOT OFFER during the period of detention, payable day by Expeditions. writing to Quark Expeditions more than 120 days (3) or five 5( ). waiver, which will be sent to you once you have PASSENGERS COMPENSATION IN THE day, if the passenger is maintained onboard the prior to the departure of the original voyage. booked and paid for your adventure option. This Due to the nature of Quark’s Antarctic Express Quark Expeditions will make every effort EVENT OF A DELAY. THESE DELAYS AND vessel/camp, and for all other quarantine fees Quark Expeditions reserves the right to prohibit form MUST be completed prior to your taking and Bespoke Programs: Crossing the Circle; to assist passengers with rebooking hotels CANCELLATIONS WOULD BE A COVERED and expenses assessed or incurred. transfers on any of its expeditions. Should a part in the adventure option. The Expedition Fly South, expedition North; Fly/Cruise or flights, but this will be at the cost of the CHARGE THROUGH TRAVEL INSURANCE. transfer request be granted, a fee of minimum Quark cannot guarantee that the vessel/camp staff reserve the right to deny participation to Antarctica, South Georgia & Falklands; and passengers, and Quark Expeditions strongly US$1250, AU$1600, £830, €1100 per person will will carry a physician or medical personnel any client who has not signed the adventure expedition South, Fly North programs, QUARK recommends that all clients contact their be charged. on board/in camp. If the vessel/camp does option waiver, does not follow the rules set EXPEDITIONS WILL NOT OFFER PASSENGERS insurance provider prior to changing any BARNEO ICE CAMP A REFUND IN THE EVENT OF TRIP carry a physician or medical personnel, then out by expedition staff or is reasonably deemed reservations. Due to the nature of the expedition, in addition they are deemed to be acting as independent not medically/physically able to participate CANCELLATION IF THE CHARTER FLIGHT IS CONTINGENCY PLAN 2016.17 Passengers on board the ship during these to this expedition ticket contract, passengers contractors on behalf of the traveler. Any safely. For the avoidance of doubt, providers of NOT ABLE TO TAKE OFF BY 1400 HRS ON DAY QUARK’S ANTARCTIC EXPRESS AND delays will remain on board with no additional who purchase the Barneo Ice Camp expedition physician or other medical personnel that any such Adventure Options are independent three (3) of Fly and expedition under 10 days in BESPOKE PROGRAMS, CROSSING cost until the time at which the charter flight will be required to sign and submit a separate renders emergency treatment and/or performs contractors and neither QEI, its affiliates, owners, length, and day four (4) for fly and expedition THE CIRCLE; FLY SOUTH, CRUISE is able to arrange transport. Quark Expeditions waiver, different terms and a release form. medical or surgical services, does so at the rates officers, agents, employees, contractors, nor any trips 10 days and over. (Travel insurance is NORTH; FLY THE DRAKE; FLY SOUTH advises all clients to book changeable To the extent there are any inconsistencies fixed in the “Schedule of Physician’s Charges” associate organization shall be held liable for any STRONGLY recommended.) Cancellation policy CRUISE NORTH, SOUTH GEORGIA airlines tickets along with cancellation and between the terms of this expedition contract posted aboard the vessel/camp/in camp or as act, default, injury (including emotional injury, for Quark’s Antarctic Express: Crossing the AND FALKLANDS; UNCHARTERED interruption insurance to assist with additional and the supplemental waiver, the terms of this otherwise agreed to, or in the absence thereof, injury to person or property, or death), loss, Circle; Fly South, expedition North; Fly/Cruise ANTARCTIC; BESPOKE EXPEDITION; airline change fees. We advise all passengers expedition ticket contract shall prevail and then at customary rate. If, in the reasonable expense, damage, deviation, delay, curtailment Antarctica, South Georgia & Falklands; and INTIMATE FALKLANDS; BESPOKE to have flexible travel arrangements upon supersede the supplemental waiver. opinion of the Expedition staff or the Master or inconvenience caused to or suffered by any expedition South, Fly North, Unchartered EXPEDITION disembarkation of the voyage in case delays of the vessel/camp, a passenger in need of person or their property, howsoever arising, Antarctic; Bespoke Expedition; and Intimate Quark Expeditions will make every effort to arise. Quark Expeditions will not be held medical or surgical services is unable to request which may occur or be incurred by any such Falklands; Bespoke Expedition programs are set ensure the Antarctic Express programs take responsible for any change/cancellations fees MEDICAL FORMS it, the traveler hereby expressly consents to provider. forth in the Contingency Plan below. (Section 11) place, however due to weather conditions, due to weather related delays or any other Medical forms will be sent to you via email such treatment, if deemed necessary, and to Arctic Express: Greenland’s Northern Lights flying in this region can be difficult and is delays arising from force majeure. link once the deposit has been received. You pay the cost thereof charged by the vessel/ CHILDREN (Cruise north, Fly south); Greenland’s Northern beyond the control of Quark Expeditions. We camp’s physician or other physician or medical FOR CANCELLATION DUE TO ALL OTHER must review, complete and submit the forms Quark Expeditions welcomes passengers Lights (Fly north, Fly south); and Greenland’s strongly recommend that all expedition guests immediately if required. Questions that relate personnel. Northern Lights (Fly north, expedition south) purchase a travel insurance policy including EVENTS OF FORCE MAJUERE, THE above the age of 8 and under the age of 16 to your physical or mental suitability must be All medicines and all medical or surgical - Due to the nature of Quark’s Arctic Express; trip delay, cancellation and interruption STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF at time of travel with a signed waiver by a completed by a medical practitioner. Quark services furnished by the vessel/camp’s programs, QUARK EXPEDITIONS WILL NOT insurance. Please ask your Polar Travel Advisor QUARK EXPEDITIONS SHALL APPLY. parent prior to embarkation on any Quark Expeditions cannot offer medical advice. Medical physician, if any, or any other physician or OFFER PASSENGERS A REFUND IN THE EVENT about travel Insurance. In the unlikely event Please book your travel insurance at http:// vessel/camp, provided they meet height forms must be filled out in full, honestly and medical personnel (all of whom are engaged OF TRIP CANCELLATION IF THE CHARTER that the charter flight is unable to fly on www.quarkexpeditions.com/travel-insurance and weight requirements (weight of 64lbs accurately, and disclose all medical history and by the traveler as independent contractors) or FLIGHT IS NOT ABLE TO TAKE OFF BY day 3 or day 4 due to weather delays, Quark or with your Polar Travel Adviser. or 29kg and 48" or 1.2m tall) as well as the information. Should your medical situation ship’s officers, employees, agents of the vessel/ 1159 HRS ON DAY four (4) of Fly and expedition. Expeditions will provide an additional night(s) adult/child ratio on board. Children under 8 Passengers on board the ship during these change after submitting the medical forms, it is camp owner or Expedition staff shall be and are hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas. years old are not allowed to participate in the North Pole Express: FOR BARNEO ICE CAMP delays will remain on board with no additional your responsibility to advise Quark Expeditions accepted by and at the traveler’s sole risk and trip and children under 18 years old cannot PASSENGERS ONLY: Due to the nature of the On day 3 of the Antarctic Express: Fly the cost until the time at which the charter flight immediately. Quark Expeditions will review expense, and Quark shall not be responsible for participate in adventure options. Parents must expedition, in addition to this expedition ticket Drake 8 day program should the charter flight is able to arrange transport. Quark Expeditions the information submitted and reserves the the quality, nature or consequence thereof. be on board with children under the age of contract, passengers who purchase the Barneo not be able to take off by1159 hrs, Quark advises all clients to book changeable airline right to ask for further information, clarity on 18 at all times, so participation in adventure Ice Camp expedition will be required to sign Expeditions will officially cancel the voyage and tickets along with cancellation and interruption information, or for documentation from your options may be limited. If children do not and submit a separate waiver, different terms provide letters for all clients to submit to their insurance to assist with additional airline medical practitioner. Quark Expeditions reserves meet these requirements on embarkation, and a release form. travel insurance providers under the trip delay/ change fees. We advise all passengers to the right to deny passage to any passenger on
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These suppliers are any port or place, on land or at sea, in or out of not allowed to enter any country or su³er other All adventure options require a signed extensions are based on tari³s and exchange Expeditions’ discretion, and will also be subject independent contractors. Neither QEI, its the route of the usual, advertised or scheduled injury or loss as a result, we have no liability Adventure Option waiver, which will be sent rates in e³ect at the time of printing and are to administrative fees. a¯liates, owners, o¯cers, agents, employees, expedition, even though doing so may involve to you for any cost, loss or damage which you to you once you have booked and paid for subject to change prior to departure. Substantial contractors, nor any associate organization going backwards or away from the port of su³er nor will we refund you the cost of any Flight reconªrmation: your Adventure Option. This form MUST changes in tari³s, exchange rates and the shall be held liable for any act, default, injury destination; adjust compasses; dry dock, go on unused portion of your travel arrangements. be completed prior to you taking part in the price of fuel, services and labor sometimes Quark Expeditions strongly recommends ¾ight (including emotional injury, injury to person ways and/or be towed. These things may be Clients with existing medical problems, pregnant adventure option. The Expedition sta³ reserve increase the cost of expedition arrangements times and numbers are veried or reconrmed or property, or death), loss, expense, damage, done for any reasons which are su¯cient in the women and anyone who has recently visited the right to deny participation to any client signicantly. Quark reserves the right to alter at least hours prior to departure. Quark deviation, delay, curtailment or inconvenience judgement of Quark, the vessel/camp owner other countries should check requirements with who has not signed the Adventure Option prices or introduce surcharges accordingly, Expeditions is not responsible for any change caused to or su³ered by any person or their and/or the Master, including but not limited to, their general practitioner. waiver, does not follow the rules set out by even if payment has been received in full. All to airline schedules or ¾ight numbers after property, howsoever arising, which may o³ering or rendering assistance in an e³ort to expedition sta³ or is not medically/physically Each traveler must ensure each piece of baggage travelers are required to pay for their excursion tickets have been issued. occur or be incurred by any organization preserve life or property. If the Master and/or able to participate safely. Adventure Options brought on board the vessel/camp is marked and additional purchases in conjunction with Airline tickets: or person, even though such act, default, Quark, for any reason whatsoever consider it will require a deposit of $ per person at with the traveler’s full name and address. their excursion in the same currency. The fare injury, loss, expense, damage, deviation, necessary or desirable in the good management Once issued, all airline tickets are non- time of booking that is non-refundable. The traveler is responsible for payment of any does not include tobacco, alcoholic or special delay, curtailment or inconvenience may of the vessel/camp, they may cause the vessel/ transferable and are valid only for the dates excess baggage charges levied by the vessel/ beverages (bottled or tap), miscellaneous have been caused or contributed to: (a) by camp not to make calls at any port or ports or and routings shown. If an airline ticket is lost, camp owner and agree not to bring on board any extras, personal needs or medical care. Such the act, neglect or default of QEI, or of any to land or board travelers or their baggage. A the client is responsible for the full cost of a ITINERARY; VISA, HEALTH rearms, ¾ammable, in¾ammable or hazardous goods and services, if available for purchase persons for whom it would otherwise be traveler scheduled to land at an omitted port or new ticket and any changes that may occur in AND PASSPORT items, controlled or prohibited substances or aboard the vessel/camp, are at the traveler’s responsible, or (b) defects or failures of any place of nal destination may be landed with his replacement. drugs, contraband or items prohibited by any own expense. Payment for all such goods and aircraft, vessel/camp, automotive vehicle or The itinerary described is subject to change at baggage at the next practical port of call without country or port to be visited. The traveler shall services including any charges for extra baggage Baggage: other equipment or instrumentality under the discretion of the ship’s Master and Quark any liability on the part of Quark. Travelers have not be entitled to get o³ from the vessel/camp must be made in cash or by traveler’s checks in the control of independent suppliers. In Expeditions’ Expedition Leader. This is an no right to any refund or other considerations in All airline tickets come with baggage restrictions at an intermediate port or place except as set out US dollars (or other currency acceptable to the issuing tickets for transportation of the travel expedition to a remote part of the world and the event of these itinerary changes. or no free baggage allowance. Please check the traveler acknowledges that the vessel/camp in the itinerary or with prior written approval carrier) upon demand by the carrier prior to the directly with your airline for up-to-the-minute by any means and making arrangements for and Master shall have the liberty to change Nothing in this brochure or website is meant of the carrier, and if the traveler does so, it is traveler’s disembarkation. Taxes, port charges, baggage rules as additional fees may apply and travel, hotel or other accommodation, QEI is the itinerary and/or comply with all orders to signify the use of any specic design or at the traveler’s own risk and expense and no embarkation and loading expenses, stamps, are the responsibility of the passenger. not acting as principal but only as agent for given by governmental or ruling authorities model of helicopter. The images featured are compensation be made in such cases. health fees and any other charges whatsoever the companies, corporations, owner, public Airline, airport or weather delays: and the underwriters of the vessel/camp. If inspirational in character and do not necessarily If such disembarkation violates any law, imposed by governmental authorities in any carriers or persons providing or o³ering the the expedition is interrupted, the itinerary depict the exact people, animals and places including United States Code, Title Section port or place shall be for the account of the Quark Expeditions will not be held responsible means of transportation and accommodation. changed or if the vessel/camp is unduly encountered by travelers. , the traveler shall be liable to reimburse traveler if not included in the fare paid to Quark. for any additional expenses or losses that may You further understand that QEI neither owns Quark and/or the carrier for any penalty nor operates such third-party suppliers and delayed or prevented from proceeding in the The traveler must be in possession of a valid arise from airline, airport or weather delays. provided by statute, law or governmental accordingly, agree to seek remedies directly ordinary course by; act of God; perils of the passport and any visas, permits, inoculations Quark Expeditions will not reimburse for any regulation. If the traveler misses any scheduled DISCOUNTS AND PROMOTIONS and only against those suppliers and not hold sea, harbors, rivers, or other navigable waters; and certicates (including health certicates) additional expenses incurred by the Client as a sailing of the vessel/camp from any port or QEI responsible for their acts or omissions. act of any governmental or ruling authority; that are required for the duration of the services Quark Expeditions has the right to limit, result. Quark Expeditions will not refund any place, neither Quark nor the carrier shall be In no event will QEI be responsible for epidemic; collision; stranding; re; faults or provided by Quark Expeditions and be able withdraw or change any and/or all discounts unused portion of air tickets purchased in the liable for any costs, expenses or damages incidental, consequential or special damage or errors in navigation or management of this to satisfy all requirements of all immigration, and promotions without notice and/or event of such delays due to conditions beyond incurred by the traveler as a result thereof, and loss su³ered by any person. QEI’s maximum or of any other vessel/camp; seizure of the port or health authorities of the port(s) of compensation. Discounts cannot be added its control. the traveler shall not be entitled to any refund liability, for any reason whatsoever, will vessel/camp under legal process; any abrupt disembarkation and of the country of ultimate after booking has been created. For scheduled ¾ights, the fare rules of of the fare. be limited to the amount paid to QEI for or unexpected increase in the cost of fuel or destination. It is the traveler’s responsibility the airline carrier, including payment and its services. Without limitation, QEI is not shortage of fuel; war; hostilities; riots; strikes to ensure it has all such requirements in place All travelers must abide by all “Rules” and cancellation conditions apply. responsible for any negligent acts or omissions or labor stoppages; or any other cause or and if unsure, the traveler should check with “Regulations” posted on board the vessel/ SCHEDULED FLIGHTS of itself or of any persons for whom it would circumstance beyond Quark’s or the vessel/ the appropriate embassy, consulate, foreign camp. Any questions about the “Rules” and Tours do not include international airfare otherwise be responsible, or acts which are camp owner’s responsibility or control, Quark and commonwealth o¯ce or such equivalent “Regulations” should be directed to the DISCOUNTS AND PROMOTIONS or any other ¾ights unless mentioned in the beyond its control, including but not limited and/or the vessel/camp owner shall have the body. If immigration or other government Expedition sta³ or the vessel/camp’s master inclusions. Charter ¾ights are at an additional cost unless to acts of God or force majeure, weather right, in its sole discretion, to terminate the authorities refuse a traveler permission to land, or purser. otherwise stated. Quark Expeditions reserves emergencies, breakdown, or failure of diving expedition and to land the traveler and his or give orders for deportation, the traveler Quotes: The traveler acknowledges that the master of the right to change charter ¾ight costs based or mechanical equipment, government actions, baggage at any port or place at which the vessel/ shall be responsible for all costs incurred by the All quotes are in US dollars. Quark Expeditions the vessel/camp may alter the accommodation on fuel surcharges or increased charter hire inclement weather, sickness, attacks by camp may call at or may then be. In such event, traveler, Quark and/or the carrier, and Quark cannot quote or book ¾ights in foreign arrangements at any time and may allocate rates. Charter ¾ights have strict luggage animals, availability of emergency evacuation this travel package shall be considered to have shall have no liability to you for any cost, loss currency. other accommodations to travelers. The fare allowances; all charter ¾ights have a total or medical care or the adequacy of the same, been fully performed as if the expedition were or damage which you su³er, nor will we refund and the standard of accommodations will, if Price changes: luggage allowance of kg per person total criminal activity of any kind, terrorism, completed and the responsibility Quark has you the cost of any unused portion of your possible, be substantially the same. The vessel/ and kg carry on unless otherwise stated. war, civil disturbance, sanitary conditions, shall cease without any liability on the part of travel arrangement. Clients traveling overland Until the tickets are issued, Quark Expeditions camp owner shall have a lien on (claim against quality or sanitation of food, quarantine, Quark to refund any part of the fare. In the to certain destinations may need to also pass reserves the right to change prices for any and right to sell) the baggage, money (including customs, regulations, epidemics, strikes, hotel event that Quark cancels the expedition or through controls of other countries en route so reason including, but not limited to, airfares the fare) and any other property accompanying overbooking, safety and/or security standards changes the itinerary for any one or more of this should be allowed for with any passport/visa wrongfully quoted due to system error, the COMPENSATION the reasons set forth above and the traveler has the traveler to satisfy any claims it may have at hotels, accommodations or otherwise, or for applications. price of fuel and/or currency ¾uctuations Compensation for personal injury is limited not yet embarked, the responsibility of Quark against the traveler. 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Information about these matters and climate, These include, for example, in the course of decisions will be made in the best interests No pets or animals are allowed on the vessel/ Full payment must be received by Quark QEI shall not be responsible for any injury to clothing, baggage, gear, and similar items is road travel, air travel, rail travel, sea travel, of all travelers aboard and with regard to the camp. Expeditions before the option period expires or hotel accommodation, and are limited to person, (including emotional injury or physical safety of the vessel/camp. Before or after the given in good faith but without responsibility to guarantee the ¾ight reservation at quoted the provisions of (respectively), the Geneva injury and whether or not resulting in death) commencement of the expedition, the vessel/ on the part of Quark Expeditions, and it is your price. A guarantee of payment by the Client Convention , the Warsaw Convention or damage to property arising out of any act of camp and the Master shall have liberty to: responsibility to ensure that you obtain proper is an acceptance of the travel arrangements as as amended by The Hague Protocol , war, insurrection, revolt or other civil uprising proceed without pilots; tow and assist vessel/ and detailed medical advice well in advance of requested at the total price quoted. Cancellation the Berne Convention, the Athens or military action occurring in the countries of camps in all situations; deviate from the usual your travel for the latest health requirements, fees will apply if the Client subsequently decides Convention and the Paris Convention. origin, destination or passage. advertised or scheduled route; put back to or recommendations for your destinations and any to cancel after ticket has been issued.
QUARKEXPEDITIONS.COM CALL A QUARK POLAR TRAVEL ADVISER AT ... OR YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL Terms and Conditions of Sale: Arctic ¦¬¤ and Antarctic ¦¬¤.¤ (continued) the expedition, deviation or stoppage in transit, Without limiting the preceding sentence, in the courts of the State of Delaware, or or from any calls at ports or variations from the in no event will Carrier be liable to Passenger if it has or can acquire jurisdiction, in the scheduled or regular course of the expedition; for any consequential, incidental, exemplary United States District Court for the District of seizure of the vessel/camp under legal process; or punitive damages. Delaware, and all of the parties hereto hereby In case of a medical problem arising during the the vessel/camp owner’s liability, if any, for loss and acknowledge that due to the remoteness any act, omission, fault or negligence of the consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of such voyage, either on board or on shore, which of, or damage to, any items deposited therein of where we travel, emergency evacuation traveler or fellow travelers. YOU SPECIFICALLY courts and of the appropriate appellate courts results in costs for evacuation, use of aircraft shall neither be created nor increased beyond and/or search and rescue may be delayed or UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT YOU ARE ARBITRATION in any such action or legal proceeding and or repatriation, the responsibility for payment the limits set out above. Loss of or damage to unavailable and that medical facilities and RELEASING, DISCHARGING AND WAIVING Any controversy or claim arising out of or waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction of these costs belongs solely to the traveler if baggage during loading or disembarking must supplies may be limited and you acknowledge ANY CLAIMS OR ACTIONS THAT YOU MAY relating to these Terms and Conditions or the in connection therewith. costs incurred are above that of the Emergency be reported by the traveler to the Expedition that it is your responsibility to assess the HAVE PRESENTLY OR IN THE FUTURE FOR performance there under, including without Evacuation Insurance. The conditions of sta³, Master, or Purser or other vessel/camp impact such limitations may have on any THE NEGLIGENT ACTS, OMISSIONS, OR limitation any claim related to bodily injury, carriage in use by the carriers concerned o¯cer, prior to departing the baggage pickup existing medical condition(s). You understand CONDUCT OF THE OWNERS, DIRECTORS, property damage or death, shall be settled WAIVER OF JURY TRIAL (when issued) shall constitute the sole contract area. Neither Quark nor the vessel/camp owner and acknowledge that QEI reserves the right to OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, by binding arbitration in Atlanta, GA, USA, In connection with any action or legal between the transportation companies and the shall be responsible for any such loss or damage accept or reject any participant for any reason, SUBCONTRACTORS, AGENTS OR AFFILIATES in accordance with the rules of the American proceeding arising out of these Terms and purchaser of these services and/or passage. By which is not so reported. Neither Quark nor the and QEI or its guide has the right to disqualify OF QEI. Arbitration Association then existing, and Conditions, the parties hereby specically accepting the ticket, the traveler also agrees to vessel/camp owner shall be responsible for any you from any trip activity, if in QEI’s or such No suits shall be maintainable against Quark judgment on the arbitration award may be and knowingly waive any rights that either its terms and conditions. unchecked baggage, nor for any items or articles guide’s judgment, you are incapable of that or the vessel/camp owner upon any claim in entered in any court having jurisdiction over party might have to demand a jury trial. which the traveler retains under personal control activity and/or your continued participation The traveler accepts that the vessel/camp connection with the provision of the travel the subject matter of the controversy. This in a cabin or elsewhere. In no event will Quark in the tour will endanger yourself or the owner does not undertake to carry as baggage packages relating to baggage or any other agreement to arbitrate does not waive or or the vessel/camp be liable for any damage to safety of the group. It is your responsibility any electronics, computers, merchandise, property unless written notice of the claim, modify the liability release contained in this USE OF LIKENESS or loss of baggage not in its custody. and obligation to inform QEI, at the time samples, furniture, household goods, tools with full particulars, shall be delivered to Quark document. Such proceedings will be governed your reservation is made, of any medical or Travelers extend Quark Expeditions permission of trade, property of persons other than the Travelers using the services of any personal within twenty-four () hours after termination by substantive Delaware law. The dispute will physical disability or limitation that might to take their photograph during the voyage, traveler, pictures, works of art, perishable or service personnel, if carried on board, or using of the expedition. In no event shall any suit be resolved by a single arbitrator who must disable you or render you unable to perform release all rights and understand and consent breakable goods, glassware, liquids, bric-a- athletic or recreational equipment, facilities or for any cause against Quark or the vessel/ be a lawyer admitted to practice in the courts or safely complete the tour or any activity on that QEI may use any likeness taken of you brac, money, securities and notes, whether or supplies, does so at the traveler’s own risk and camp owner with respect to baggage or other of at least one state in the United States and the tour. You further acknowledge that you and any of your comments while on your tour not negotiable, documents, valuables, gold, expense, without any responsibility of Quark property be maintainable unless such suit shall have a minimum of fteen years of experience are the best judge of your own conditions and for future publicity and promotional material. silver, silverware, precious stones and metals or the vessel/camp owner. be commenced within six (6) months after in civil litigation. The arbitrator so described limitations and that it is incumbent upon you Travelers who do not wish to be photographed or jewelry. If any such items or articles are disembarkation from the vessel/camp. will be selected by the American Arbitration to fully disclose the full extent of any such during the voyage must inform Quark brought aboard, the traveler expressly agrees Association. Each party to the dispute shall conditions or limitations to QEI. 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You also realize and owner shall have any liability for injury, illness conform to the customs or police regulations damages against QEI its owners, o¯cers, please call your Polar Travel Adviser. acknowledge that risk and dangers may be or death resulting therefrom. or the laws of any country to which the vessel/ caused by the negligence, fault or wrongdoing directors, agents, contractors and employees, Please note that our complete set of Terms camp may go in the course of the expedition. for any reason whatsoever. 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The traveler will be travel and recreational activities which may take were neither the result of physical injury, or legal proceeding to enforce any provision by telephone, by signing and returning the claims, actions, or losses for emotional injury, liable for the full amount of all loss, damage or place during your journey. nor were intentionally in¾icted by the Carrier. hereof, or based on any right arising out of, Acknowledgment Form sent to you by Quark. delay to the vessel/camp or her cargo and for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, these Terms and Conditions shall be exclusively all injury to, or death of any fellow travelers, loss of services, lost prots, consequential, expedition sta³, o¯cers or crew or other EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND exemplary, indirect or punitive damages or persons caused by such hazardous articles RESPONSIBILITY/PARTICIPATION otherwise which may arise out of or occur during brought on board by the traveler. your travel in connection with the scheduled In recognition of the inherent risk of the travel package and any activities conducted Each Passenger on board a ship is allowed to travels and related activities in which you in conjunction therewith and shall include, bring aboard baggage not exceeding pounds are intending to engage, you conrm that without limitation, any loss caused by breakage in weight and not exceeding cubic feet you are physically and mentally capable of of shafts or any defect or unseaworthiness in in volume. The traveler may be charged for participating in the activity, that you are hull, machinery or appurtenances, equipment, baggage in excess thereof at the vessel/camp willingly and knowingly electing to participate furnishings, supplies or o¯cers or crew of the owner’s current rate. Quark and the vessel/ in this tour in spite of the potential risk of vessel/camp or its launches or watercraft; fault or camp owner’s liability, if any, (and whether danger, and you willingly and voluntarily neglect of the Master, tugs, o¯cers or members or not excess baggage is carried, declared and assume full responsibility for any injury, of the crew, agents, servants, independent paid for) is limited to Two Hundred and Fifty loss or damage su³ered by you or caused contractors; the quality, nature or consequences ($250) US dollars in the event of loss, damage, or by you, including emotional injury or injury of medical or surgical treatment; any loss, delay to any or all of the traveler’s baggage. A to person or property, whether caused in damage or delay arising from inherent defect, reasonable amount of space in a deposit box or whole or in part by the negligence, fault or vice or quality of the traveler’s baggage or safe on board, if the vessel/camp is so equipped, or wrongdoing, whether expected or not, from the insu¯ciency, inadequacy of absence will be allowed to a traveler upon request. In of the owners, directors, agents, o¯cers, of baggage marks or of address or description consideration of such deposit box or safe being employees, contractors, or subcontractors of of such baggage; any loss or damage caused by Zodiac cruising in Arctic waters made available without extra cost, Quark and QEI or of other participants. You understand delay in, or prevention of sailing, prolongation of
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