Established in 1999, PolarQuest is a world leading operator of small ship expedition cruises in Svalbard. Our three expedition ships, built for Arctic waters, take a maximum of 12 or 53 passengers. Such small ships offer an entirely different experience compared to a larger cruise ship. Just imagine – viewing a walrus on an ice floe in a group of 10 – 50 passengers, or to do so in a group of 250 – 500! Small ships can also reach some of the most remote areas and venture into narrow fjords. Sustainability is at the heart of what we do, we measure all our emissions and invest in climate projects that effectively reduce emissions.
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The Sirius Patrol
When traveling to Greenland you most likely will hear about the elite unit in the far north – The Sirius Patrol, patrolling the Arctic tundra all year around. Even during winter months when there is no sun and temperatures drop down to minus 50 degrees. Let us tell you a little bit of this armed special force.
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Humpbacks outside of Tromsø
The day started windy, rainy, and dreary. A grey overcast. The third day of the second Tromsø expedition this seasons onboard M/S Stockholm. The first two days blessed us with beautifully calm weather and colourful skies. Day three did not. Not to be deterred, our intrepid expedition leader Christian and his trusty sidekick Beau headed out into the rainy weather. Our mission today: to scout for humpback whales!
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