Celebrating 35 years of polar exploration leadership Quark Expeditions has revealed its most ambitious Arctic program yet for 2026 The Ice Fire and The Eclipse season introduces two extraordinary new voyages alongside an expanded range of Arctic adventures across Svalbard Greenland Iceland and the Canadian Arctic.
Next-Generation Polar Exploration
The 2026 season will feature Quark’s most diverse Arctic itineraries to date aboard two advanced expedition vessels Travelers can choose between helicopter adventures over Iceland’s volcanoes kayaking beneath Svalbard’s dramatic bird cliffs or witnessing a rare total solar eclipse from Greenland’s remote wilderness.
Historic Eclipse Voyage
Marking two decades since Quark first brought travelers to Antarctica for a solar eclipse the Iceland to Greenland A Total Solar Eclipse expedition promises an unforgettable 13-day journey Aboard the Ultramarine guests will reach the optimal viewing point in East Greenland’s High Arctic to experience the eclipse at its longest duration.
The voyage features renowned eclipse experts including author David Baron and cartographer Michael Zeiler who will provide unique insights into this celestial phenomenon Their expertise will enhance guests understanding of eclipses while complementing Quark’s signature polar adventures.
Innovative New Itineraries
The season introduces two exclusive expeditions:
Iceland Circumnavigation Helicopters Glaciers and Volcanoes offering aerial perspectives of the island’s dramatic landscapes.
The signature eclipse voyage combining celestial wonders with Arctic exploration.
With this expanded program Quark continues its legacy of pioneering polar travel delivering immersive experiences that connect guests with the Arctic’s most spectacular natural phenomena.
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