Studio Single
A private solo cabin with exterior views.
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Quark Expeditions / Modern small polar expedition ship
Ocean Explorer
The smallest ship in Quark's current fleet combines an Ulstein X-Bow with fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce engines and a light-filled two-story forward library. Almost all Scandinavian-style cabins have verandas, while 15 Zodiacs, high observation decks and a compact 138-guest capacity support efficient expedition operations.
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1A, Polar Class 6
138-guest capacity
Ulstein X-Bow
Two-story library
Almost all cabins have verandas
Staterooms & suites
Cabin choices and onboard essentials.
Veranda Stateroom
A Scandinavian-style cabin with its own outdoor viewing space.
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A larger balcony accommodation with a sitting area.
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The ship's largest accommodations with prominent deck positions.
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Built around observation and fast landings.
The 72-suite layout emphasizes verandas, a dramatic forward library, multi-height outdoor observation and fast Zodiac access.
Two-story library
Observation lounge
High observation decks 7 and 8
Restaurant
Gym
Windowed sauna
Two outdoor Jacuzzis
15-Zodiac expedition fleet
Quark Antarctic 2026.27
Antarctica sailings aboard Ocean Explorer.
Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and AntarcticaFalklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
Oct 25-Nov 13, 2026 / 20 daysOn requestAntarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th ContinentAntarctic Peninsula
Nov 12-22, 2026 / 11 daysOn requestAntarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th ContinentAntarctic Peninsula
Nov 21-Dec 1, 2026 / 11 daysOn requestAntarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th ContinentAntarctic Peninsula
Nov 30-Dec 10, 2026 / 11 daysOn requestAntarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th ContinentAntarctic Peninsula
Dec 9-19, 2026 / 11 daysOn requestAntarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th ContinentAntarctic Peninsula
Dec 18-28, 2026 / 11 daysOn requestAntarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th ContinentAntarctic Peninsula
Dec 27, 2026-Jan 6, 2027 / 11 daysOn requestAntarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th ContinentAntarctic Peninsula
Jan 5-15, 2027 / 11 daysOn requestAntarctic Express: Crossing the CircleAntarctic Circle Fly-Cruise
Jan 22-Feb 1, 2027 / 11 daysOn requestAntarctic Express: Fly the DrakePunta Arenas & Antarctic Peninsula
Jan 31-Feb 7, 2027 / 8 daysOn requestAntarctic Express: Fly South, Sail NorthKing George Island to Ushuaia
Feb 7-15, 2027 / 9 daysOn requestAntarctic Express: Sail South, Fly NorthUshuaia to King George Island
Feb 14-23, 2027 / 10 daysOn requestPenguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and AntarcticaFalklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
Feb 22-Mar 13, 2027 / 20 daysOn requestAntarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th ContinentAntarctic Peninsula
Feb 28-Mar 10, 2027 / 11 daysOn request