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Quark Expeditions · Ocean Explorer

Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

May 22, 2026June 1, 2026·10 nights·138 guests

Year Built2021
Tonnage8,228 GT
Pools0
From$6,995/perpersonSolo from $13,990

What's Included

Wi-Fi
All Drinks
All Excursions

Not included

Gratuities
Specialty Dining
Room Service
Port Shuttle
Flights
Airport Transfers

About the Ship

Hot Tubs
2
Elevators
3
Cabin Voltage
110V & 220V
USB in Cabins
Yes
Pets
Not Allowed
Service Animals
Case by Case
Dress Code
Casual
Formal Nights
No
Balcony Smoking
Not Allowed
Accessible Cabins:4
Self-Service LaundryMedical Center
Dietary Options
Gluten-FreeVegan

Your Journey

The world's northernmost cruise port, where polar bears roam freely across the Arctic archipelago.

Day 8At Sea
Day 9At Sea

The world's northernmost cruise port, where polar bears roam freely across the Arctic archipelago.


Before you sail — hotels in Longyearbyen

Arrive a day early and explore Longyearbyen before boarding


Cabin Pricing


Reviews & AI Summary

4.8
Ship rating

Delivered in 2021 and joining Quark in late 2024, Ocean Explorer is a state-of-the-art SunStone Infinity-class vessel built by Ulstein shipyard, featuring the signature X-BOW hull that cuts through polar swells with remarkable smoothness. Carrying 138 guests across 7 decks with 70 outside cabins, it is one of the most modern expedition ships operating in Antarctic and Arctic waters today.

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