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Quark Expeditions has been one of the leading innovators and operators of expedition cruises, especially in polar regions, since 1991. The company has pioneered and developed a concept of fantastically adventurous journeys in first class comfort on powerful, polar icebreakers. This concept is unique and many “First Ever” passenger voyages have been successfully operated: the first North Pole voyage, the first transpolar voyage through the North Pole, the first Circumnavigation of Antarctica, the first “Far Side” of Antarctica voyage, the first Weddell Sea voyage, the first Northeast Passage and the first Circumnavigation of the Arctic are all part of this tradition.
Names such as Amundsen, Scott, Shackleton, Franklin, Peary and Nansen are synonymous with the Golden Age of Exploration and, thanks to the polar climates, elements of the past have been well preserved. Viewing these historical sights is a great experience and worthy of care and respect. Quark Expeditions understands this and ensures that all our passengers are fully briefed before any visits take place.
Every cabin has either a private walk-out or Juliet balcony for direct ocean views.
All cabins have exterior views and private bathroom facilities
TV and safe in every cabin
Individual temperature controls
Electrical supply: 220v
Every cabin has either a private walk-out or Juliet balcony for direct ocean views.
All cabins have exterior views and private bathroom facilities
TV and safe in every cabin
Individual temperature controls
Electrical supply: 220v
Every cabin has either a private walk-out or Juliet balcony for direct ocean views.
All cabins have exterior views and private bathroom facilities
TV and safe in every cabin
Individual temperature controls
Electrical supply: 220v
Every cabin has either a private walk-out or Juliet balcony for direct ocean views.
All cabins have exterior views and private bathroom facilities
TV and safe in every cabin
Individual temperature controls
Electrical supply: 220v
Every cabin has either a private walk-out or Juliet balcony for direct ocean views.
All cabins have exterior views and private bathroom facilities
TV and safe in every cabin
Individual temperature controls
Electrical supply: 220v
Every cabin has either a private walk-out or Juliet balcony for direct ocean views.
All cabins have exterior views and private bathroom facilities
TV and safe in every cabin
Individual temperature controls
Electrical supply: 220v
Distinct and comfortable, refined and roomy—these attributes and more describe World Explorer. Not only will it be among our fastest ships, it will also be one of our finest, with six tiers of deluxe accommodation.
The personal space is exceptional. Every cabin has either a private walk-out or Juliet balcony for direct ocean views. World Explorer also delivers plenty of public areas to unwind in after a day outdoors, including the glass-domed Observation Lounge for quiet contemplation and full skyline views, the Explorer Lounge for a drink and a chat, and the library for more intimate relaxing and reading. Presentations and discussions are facilitated in a dedicated lecture theatre.
Health and wellness facilities feature an outdoor running track, a small gym and a sauna, plus a spa with change rooms, showers and lockers. For the active adventurers, add-ons include kayaking, camping and stand-up paddleboarding.
Blending high design with total functionality, World Explorer is all set to be your home away from home on the seas.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 126 metres
- Maiden Voyage: 2018
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 176
- Ship Registration: Portugal
Ship Facilities
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Gym
- Polar library stocked with a large collection of polar books, and games
- Observation decks for spotting wildlife and enjoying the ever-changing polar landscape
- Explorer Lounge
- Observation Lounge
- Bar
- Main Dining Room
- Ship-to-shore satellite communications with email and wireless Internet access
- Polar Boutique
- Lecture Theatre
- Spa facilities and wellness program
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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| 12 Feb '22 | Ushuaia, Argentina |
Hotel | |
| 13 Feb '22 | Ushuaia, Argentina |
Embark | |
| 14 Feb '22 | At sea | ||
| 15 Feb '22 | At sea | ||
| 16 Feb '22 | At sea | ||
| 17 Feb '22 | At sea | ||
| 18 Feb '22 | South Georgia, South Atlantic Ocean |
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| 19 Feb '22 | South Georgia, South Atlantic Ocean |
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| 20 Feb '22 | At sea | ||
| 21 Feb '22 | At sea | ||
| 22 Feb '22 | Antarctic Peninsula |
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| 23 Feb '22 | Antarctic Peninsula |
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| 24 Feb '22 | Antarctic Peninsula |
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| 25 Feb '22 | Drake Passage |
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| 26 Feb '22 | Drake Passage |
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| 27 Feb '22 | Ushuaia, Argentina |
Disembark |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
14 Night Cruise sailing from Ushuaia roundtrip aboard World Explorer. Hotel stay pre-cruise in Ushuaia.
Day 1 — Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina
You will begin your journey in Ushuaia, a small but bustling port at the tip of South America. It’s the ideal gateway for you to explore the southern extent of Patagonia while preparing for your adventure ahead. Get active in the mountains or enjoy handcrafted chocolate at a café in town.
Day 2 — Embarkation Day
Embarkation will occur in the late afternoon, after which your vessel will sail down the historic Beagle Channel, which transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the extreme south of South America. Expect an air of anticipation as you depart!
Day 3-6 — At Sea
There are many activities to keep you engaged while you are at sea. Learn to identify seabirds that glide alongside the ship, or attend dynamic presentations by your Expedition Team. You will be prepped on safety procedures for Zodiac cruises and shore landings, and also be given instructions for getting the most out of your optional kayaking adventures (extra cost), a truly intimate way to experience Antarctica.
Day 7-8 — South Georgia
After enjoying South Georgia from a distance, we’ll head toward its numerous beaches to find a bay for your first excursion. Landing sites are varied, largely determined by the weather conditions of your voyage. Whichever sites we visit, they’ll provide you with wildlife encounters unrivaled anywhere else on earth.
South Georgia is one of the most fertile breeding grounds in the world for sub-Antarctic wildlife, with beaches blanketed with penguins and seals. It won’t take you long to realize that you are in a bird paradise, as burrowing seabirds, albatross and petrels can be seen in abundance.
You’ll find that South Georgia, once a popular base for whalers and sealers, is also scattered with abandoned relics and evidence of human activity from centuries gone by. Your Expedition Team will help bring those days to life while you visit old whaling stations and enjoy presentations on the South Georgia of then and now.
One of the most significant sites you will visit on the island is Grytviken. This settlement is the first whaling stations established in sub-Antarctic waters. Many travelers find that this place has a special appeal, as it is the site of the grave of Sir Ernest Shackleton, one of the most famous Antarctic explorers.
Days 9 & 10 — At Sea
Say goodbye to the king penguins, as your next destination is Antarctica! Your days at sea are filled with presentations and workshops led by your Expedition Team, who will prepare you for the wildlife and landscapes that will surround you upon your arrival.
Days 11-13 — Antarctic Peninsula
The most common reaction upon reaching the White Continent is a sense of reverence and awe. The experience is hard to put into words, since few places are as untouched and enduring as Antarctica.
You will discover that Antarctica is a land of extremes. At one moment you’ll be overcome with a feeling of complete isolation and silence, and at the next moment you’ll be inspired by nature as a calving glacier crashes into a brilliant blue sea or a penguin waddles by to inspect your footwear.
Your Expedition Team will take care of you at each excursion, whether you are Zodiac cruising, visiting a historical site or consorting with penguin colonies. Chinstrap, Adélie and gentoo penguins are found here, along with Weddell, fur, crabeater and leopard seals. Keep a lookout for Antarctic whales, such as minkes, while on a Zodiac cruise. Each day and each excursion will present a new collection of creatures to delight you and keep your camera busy.
As exciting as the Zodiac excursions and landings are, perhaps you’ll treat yourself to an extra-special Antarctic experience by partaking in an optional paddling excursion (at an extra cost) or cast reason aside and jump into Antarctic waters for the Polar Plunge!
Day 14 & 15 — Crossing the Drake Passage
After more than a dozen days of memorable wildlife encounters, your journey home begins. Crossing the Drake is your unofficial rite of passage, to spend time on the deck, watching for seabirds and scouting for whales, enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team, or simply relax and reminisce about your experiences.
Day 16 — Disembarkation in Ushuaia
You will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning, which allows for you to continue your adventure on land or catch your flights home.