Read our guide Beau Pruneau’s report from the final days of this incredible journey from Bergen to Svalbard.
On this part of the expedition, we discover beautiful spots such as the Lofoten Islands, Henningsvær, and Trollfjord.
PolarQuest guide Beau Pruneau reports from M/S Stockholm, four days into our first Arctic expedition of the season.
Discover Sven Lidström’s fascinating research and adventures at Summit Station, one of the world’s most remote research stations, on the Greenland Ice Sheet.
The legendary Viking Erik the Red, known for naming Greenland, also established one of history's most remote settlements.
Nils Carlsson leads our exciting expedition from the stunning Lofoten to the realm of ice, Svalbard. Here, he shares his expectations.
In this video you get a unique insight into the majestic and untamed wilderness around the Sermilik Fjord in East Greenland.
Falklandsöarna offer a rare combination of pristine nature, incredible wildlife, and a fascinating history – far from the noise of civilization.
Discover the Sermilik Fjord – a natural paradise with majestic glaciers, icebergs, and crystal-clear waters. Watch our film!
The legendary Bear Island captivates with its dramatic landscapes, rich history, and over a million nesting seabirds.
A magical season in Northern Norway has now come to an end. Watch some of the unforgettable moments.
Our guide Zet Freiburghaus has returned from this year’s Galapagos expedition. He and the travellers agreed: The Galapagos Islands are a paradise on Earth.
Carina Svensson is celebrating 20 years at PolarQuest. Her first trip, an expedition to White Island in 2004, resulted in unique finds.
The polar night is not as I had imagined – it reveals itself in black and white, but also in a palette of magical colours.
Meet Henry Páll Wullf, our Operations Manager for Greenland & Antarctica.
Watch our recorded webinar about our expeditions in East Greenland!
Dreaming of experiencing Svalbard? Then watch our recorded webinar for an exciting virtual journey to the Arctic wilderness.
Read about our traveller Weronica's solo adventures and close contact with nature.
As the day drew on, we spotted and maneuvered with over a hundred individual orcas, all scouting along Altafjorden, searching for food.
Do you dream of experiencing the spectacular Northern Lights? Now is the time to plan your adventure.
The very first evening of the very first expedition in Northern Norway on MS Stockholm, the Northern Lights appeared.
A successful season in Svalbard has come to an end, here are just some of the highlights. Many thanks to our fantastic guides and travellers for making this season unforgettable.
After five years of anticipation, Anne Livingstone and David Park finally realised their dream trip to Greenland.
Rising into the air, excitement and anticipation for our adventure: What can one experience in East Greenland?
Watch our recorded webinar about our expeditions around Disko Bay, Uummannaq and Ilulissat in West Greenland.
Olle, Nils and Johan Carlsson - three generations of PolarQuest guides.
Read about PolarQuest's CEO's journey from intern to where she is today.
Join award-winning cameraman Doug Allan in Svalbard through our recorded webinar.
Watch our recorded webinar about our expedition, whales & Northern Lights in Northern Norway!
Would you like to know more about Svalbard? Then watch our recorded webinar (the webinar is in German).
"A dreamy place that will stay in our hearts forever." says Carina Svensson about Sermilik Fjord in East Greenland. Read her blog about the first days of the trip!
The orca is one of the most iconic and impressive marine mammals in the world. In this blog post, we have listed 10 facts about the orca that you might not know.
Visiting Kinnvika, a scientific station where studies in geophysics, meteorology, and geomagnetism were carried out.
M/S Sjøveien glided effortlessly through the calm, crystal-clear waters, slightly tainted by the glitter of glacial silt, turning them into a turquoise soup.
Join M/S Sjøveien and experience close encounters with Svalbard’s majestic walruses. Learn about their habits, habitats, and role in the Arctic ecosystem.
We were greeted by clear blue skies and calm waters in St Jonsfjorden, where, having escaped the wind and fog, we saw humpback whales up close.
What happens when a BBC nature cameraman boards the M/S Quest?
This is Nordaustlandet, a remote island with unforgettable hiking experiences.
A journey north into the Uummannaq fjord system.
Watch a film about Svalbard's unique landscape and life on board M/S Quest. Join an early expedition and enjoy Zodiac cruises and adventures in the Arctic.
Bråsvellbreen is part of the Austfonna ice cap on the island of Nordaustlandet and here there was a zodiac race between the ice blocks.
Read about a rare encounter with the beautiful glaucous gull in Svalbard, during one of the expeditions with M/S Sjøveien. The sun was shining and the icebergs were glittering.
This year’s first Greenland expedition began in Ilulissat.
Greenland – how we have longed for this island, a place unlike any other on Earth.
After a successful morning, we suddenly saw a V-shaped blowout - bowhead whales! An extremely rare and critically endangered species around Svalbard.
Meet the crew aboard the M/S Quest, the people who week after week make each journey unique.
As we got out of bed, we could see that the sun was shinning, the sky was blue, and the water was flat calm. Another amazing day was starting in Svalbard.
A trip from Ilulissat to Narsarsuag on Greenland.
After a beautiful morning discovering Texas bar and its polar desert, we headed towards the beautiful glacier of Monacobreen.
A day at the legendary and equally beautiful Virgohamna.
A zodiac cruise into the beautiful Fuglefjord and encounters with walrus, harbour seals and eiders.
We landed in a small bay in Liefdefjord, next to the ‘Texas Bar’, a traditional trapper's cabin built by Norwegian trapper Hilmar Nøis in 1927.
We walk around the world's northernmost settlement, the research village of Ny-Ålesund, in snowy dew.
A lovely 2-hour cruise along the ice edge of Liefdefjord, where we shared stories from Svalbard.
We hiked at Idunneset on Nordaustlandet, north-east of Spitsbergen. Chilly but sunny, with wonderful views as far as the eye could see.
During a spring trip to Svalbard, we had the privilege of having yoga teacher Isabel Holmquist on board M/S Quest.
Join us for a day of expeditions in Svalbard on M/S Quest, with Zodiac cruises and memorable animal encounters.
M/S Sjøveien anchored at Lillihöökbreen in icy, turquoise blue waters reminiscent of the Caribbean
At nine o'clock on the seventh of May, we got into our zodiacs and set off on the day's excursion in Hamiltonbukta.
We had started in Bergen, continued to Tromso, sailed across the Barents Sea to Bear Island and finally reached Spitsbergen. Now we hoped to meet the king of the Arctic.
PolarQuest's annual guide meeting in Gothenburg marked the start of the 2024 season.
PolarQuest’s annual guide meeting in Gothenburg marked the start of the 2025 season.
Fredrik Aurell, expedition guide at PolarQuest, has guided on Svalbard and been on board all three of our ships. Read the interview.
Tunniit – the Inuit equivalent of what we usually call face and body tattoos – originates from ancient traditions and holds both spiritual and cultural significance.
The blue whale is the largest animal on earth. During our Svalbard expeditions, you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this majestic sea giant.
In 1897, Andrée, Strindberg and Frænkel attempt to reach the North Pole by balloon. Two days later they are forced to make an emergency landing, and their fate remains unknown for 33 years.
One of our trips to East Greenland and the magnificent Sermilik Fjord includes a full day excursion to the scenic Westman Islands. It's also one of the best places in the world to see puffins.
Here we list seven advantages of travelling to Svalbard in spring and experiencing the archipelago then.
In this blog post Gunilla Lindh tells you why you should visit what she considers to be one of the most beautiful places in the world - the Sermilik Fjord.
Polar Quest's Lillemor Främberg witnessed how Svalbard comes to life in spring. Read the interview about a May expedition with M/S Quest.
Get to know M/S Stockholm, our classic gem with room for 12 passengers.
The Qajaq has been an important survival tool for Inuit for centuries, developed for navigating icy waters and hunting.
Traditional Greenlandic food is strongly influenced by the Arctic environment. Hunting and fishing are important sources of food.
PolarQuest's Maria Malmborg shares a magical morning and wild encounters from the last Svalbard expedition in 2023.
Watch our film from the 2023 summer voyage on M/S Quest and experience the Arctic wilderness.
Here, expedition leader Martin Berg takes you from historic Quito to the Galapagos Islands.
The Svalbard reindeer is a true survivor, adapted to the harsh Arctic climate. Learn more about this magnificent animal in our latest blog.
The polar night in Svalbard lasts for weeks without sunshine, but still provides magical light. Read our guide Olivier's experiences of this unique time of year.
This was another day of extraordinary experiences in Northern Norway, from whale watching to exploring the charming Langfjordhamn, culminating in the awe-inspiring sight of the Northern Lights.
From May to September, our expedition ships are in the Svalbard wilderness. Watch our slideshow and experience glimpses of this magnificent Arctic world!
The adventure started in the Beagle Channel! We saw albatrosses and petrels on our very first day at sea on our way to the Falkland Islands with Ocean Nova.
An interview with internationally recognised photographer and filmmaker Mattias Klum.
Före europeiskt inflytande tillverkade inuiterna kläder av skinn från djur som säl, isbjörn och ren för uppvärmning och isolering beroende på var de bodde.
Darkness. Before light, comes the darkness. Such was the morning as the MS Stockholm slowly cruised through the very back of Kvænangen fjord. Scouting for Orcas.
The day started without the proverbial bang—grey, overcast, and dreary. But calm. Calm enough to scout for whales. Humpback whales.
Night fell upon us. M/S Stockholm lay against the pier in the small village of Sør-Tverrfjord. After casually strolling around the quiet little settlement, guests were cozily snuggled up inside the quaint saloon on board.
After four years, I would finally get to return to Svalbard, but this time with a new ship, M/S Stockholm.
I morgonljuset seglade M/S Stockholm mot Kvænangenfjorden medan guiderna spanade efter späckhuggare.
The night sky suddenly comes alive with shades of green, yellow, blue, or red, and gentle waves dance across the heavens. But what causes the Northern Lights to occur?
Get to know the M/S Sjøveien, an elegant expedition ship with room for 12 guests that offers a family atmosphere and access to remote locations.
At 9am we launched the Zodiacs towards the Monaco and Seliger glaciers. The roar of calving glaciers filled the bay as we enjoyed the sunshine.
We boarded M/S Sjøveien for a 10-day journey from Longyearbyen. Passed Alkehornet and spotted auks as puffins on the first day.
This small ship has been taking travellers on unforgettable expedition cruises through Svalbard for years.
Reached eastern Svalbard and saw blue whales at sunset. An unforgettable sight for everyone on board M/S Stockholm.
Here, Martin shares his expectations for the trip and lists some of the reasons he believes make the Galapagos a world-class destination.
During our visit to Ny Ålesund we got to experience everything that Svalbard is and has been.
We change course towards Faksevågen. Flexibility is key on our expeditions, where tonight we choose to follow the sun and the light.
Small expedition ships are the best way to explore the polar regions. Our three ships in Svalbard take a maximum of 12 or 51 passengers. Read more below!
A puffin with a rainbow-coloured beak and sad eyes is often called the ‘clown of the sea’. It is a favourite of photographers and can be seen in Svalbard and Greenland.
Here, our expedition leader Zet describes the benefits of travelling during the late season in Svalbard.
During our last Svalbard expedition with M/S Stockholm we saw humpback whales, read more about their special characteristics!
M/S Sjøveien sailed into Lomfjorden with perfect conditions, pleasant climate and calm waters. Disembarkation at Faksevågen for hiking.
Sailing south to round Spitsbergen. Not an easy choice, as weather and wind in Storfjorden change quickly.
M/S Stockholm has anchored in an unexplored part of the Lady Franklin Fjord, thanks to our captain who knows the waters.
We sailed towards Raudfjorden hoping to meet the king of the Arctic, the polar bear.
We woke up early in the morning to heavy seas and met the swells at Spitsbergen.
Today we woke up to large ice floes stretching as far as the eye could see.
A perfect morning with two polar bears, a mum and a cub.
What an incredible start! Clear skies, sunshine and no wind - something to celebrate as a Svalbardsbo.
A day with the 12-passenger ship M/S Stockholm in Hinlopen, between Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet.
The day started at the Kongsbreen glacier with mirror-like water and brilliant sunshine.
After a tasty buffet on the M/S Quest, it was time to relax to a beautiful view of the pack ice.
Just after midnight on the first day of the expedition, guests were woken up by the guides shouting - whales in sight! Whales in sight!
A journey characterised by tranquillity on board M/S Sjøveien, with a mirror-like sea and new friendships made.
Summer has arrived in Alkehornet, while north-west Svalbard is still covered in spring-like snow and ice.
M/S Sjøveien sailed into Lomfjorden with perfect conditions, pleasant climate and calm waters.
The question arises as we Zodiac cruise among ice blocks and small icebergs in Bjørnfjorden. Why is the ice so blue?
Today we visit a research community in Northwest Svalbard with a history of coal mining.
My first week as a guide gave me experiences that made me forget the summer in Sweden.
Our expedition through Svalbard began with sunshine and a glimpse of blue sky between the clouds.
The polar bear, King of the Arctic, is large and majestic. For many, seeing this iconic species in its natural habitat is a dream come true.
We’ve listed our top tips for experiencing Norway’s beautiful capital!
Join us on the Polar Quest departure to Española Island.
For nine days, we explored the enchanting world of Svalbard with new experiences every day.
As many as 16 different whale species can be seen in the Greenlandic waters.
What is it like to be the only cook on a small ship in the Arctic? We spoke to John about preparing meals and Lillbritt who is in charge of provisioning.
Dånet från kalvande glaciärer överröstar valars utblås i Diskobukten. Grönlands västkust bjuder på ett storslaget landskap som lämnar ingen oberörd.
M/S Stockholm has left Gothenburg for the Arctic. With room for 12 passengers, the atmosphere is familiar. Read the interview with sailors Julia and Linnea.
Midnight sun, polar day or eternal sun - whatever the name, it's a unique experience in Svalbard when the days never end. Do you know what causes this phenomenon?
Summer in Svalbard in July offers midnight sun, vibrant bird mountains and brisk hikes. Discover what you can experience while travelling with PolarQuest.
If you enjoy seeing local culture close up, mask dance is a completely unique experience that you will remember forever.
From enormous glaciers and iceberg-filled fjords to its hot springs, Greenland’s natural appeal has no limits.
You might be surprised to know that in Greenland you are the odd one out if you don’t believe in spirits and monsters.
You might think that Greenland’s eye-catching multi-coloured buildings have been painted in a variety of colours as Instagram bait for visitors?
An early morning approaches and with our breakfast bags in hand, we board the morning flight that will take us to the largest island in the world – Greenland.
Want to know more about what it's like to visit Svalbard in summer? Watch our recorded webinar to get answers to your questions.
Time: 13 November 2024
Five bird species to look out for in Svalbard: during the summer, the cliffs are filled with thousands of nesting birds - an impressive experience!
When should you travel to Svalbard? From sparkling landscapes to pack ice and perfect photo opportunities, each month offers unique experiences.
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.
Christian Engelke, one of PolarQuest's most experienced Greenland guides, has been leading expeditions for many years. We asked him a few questions.
Towards the end of the first Tromsø expedition of the season with M/S Stockholm, we visited Finnkroken, after days of fantastic whale watching and Northern Lights.
Walruses fascinate travellers to Svalbard. See this impressive animal on the pack ice or beaches and learn more about the walrus in our blog post.
Winters in East Greenland are long and harsh, with snow and frost for seven months. PolarQuest guide Gunilla Lindh swapped a career in finance for a life close to nature.
In April, our expedition ships arrived in Svalbard and a long-awaited polar adventure began. Here's a flavour of this year's magical experiences in the Arctic.
Woke up to the call: Bear in sight!
I joined PolarQuest in the middle of the pandemic. When I finally got to visit Svalbard, my expectations were exceeded!
Ice stretches towards the horizon in eastern Greenland. At minus 60°C, the muskox has survived in the Arctic for thousands of years. Here are seven facts about this ancient animal!
On a rainy August morning, M/S Sjøveien sailed into Liefdefjorden. Red mountains and the glacier Monacobreen appeared as the sun broke through the veil clouds.
The M/S Sjøveien is ready to explore the small barren Karl XII island under blue skies.
Marty, a penguin enthusiast and marine biologist, has met countless penguins. Here he shares the seven species we might see on our Antarctic expedition in 2023.
In this post, our Operations Manager Henrik Törnberg highlights one of his favorites - the Artic fulmar!
We have travelled from the easternmost island of Svalbard to Nordaustlandet, the island that is 80% covered by ice.
We have spent ten fantastic days with the people of Svalbard both on land and at sea.
An adventure with rubber boat cruises and fantastic encounters with Svalbard's animals and nature.
We've gathered book, film and series tips from our favourite destinations for relaxing this summer.
It was finally time to explore the remote north-east of Svalbard.
Storøya, a miniature of Kvitøya, is covered in ice and offers magnificent views.
After travelling with M/S Sjøveien through the tidal currents of Freemansundet, we anchor at Cape Lee, in the far north of Edgeøya.
Looking for rocks on a continent that is 98% ice is no easy task. Henrik Törnberg spent two months in Antarctica.
M/S Sjøveien anchors in Kinnvika near the sheds from a research expedition in 1957.
Coal production was Svalbard's main industry for a long time, but today tourism and research dominate. The goal is for Svalbard to become climate neutral within ten years.
At the end of May, Johan Reuthammar from PolarQuest participated in the expedition ‘Spring on Svalbard’ with M/S Quest.
Read the interview with yoga teacher Isabel about her yoga trip to Svalbard.
Our Operations Manager Henrik Törnberg was recently a guide on a Svalbard trip with M/S Sjøveien.
M/S Quest has started the season with an expedition from Tromsø via Björnön to Svalbard, with landings and encounters with several polar bears.
In April 2022, M/S Stockholm left Gothenburg for its first expedition in two years.
Sydney-based polar guide Marty Garwood has a degree in marine biology and guides in both the Arctic and Antarctic. Here he shares five fun facts about penguins!
After a three-year hiatus, PolarQuest's office staff and guides have finally been able to meet again.
We welcome our first two travellers home from their South Pole expedition. Our first trip after the pandemic!
PolarQuest's CEO Marie Lannborn Barker shares her favourite travel memory on the expedition blog.
Want to know more about what it's like to visit Svalbard in the spring? Watch our recorded webinar for inspiration.
The season in Svalbard is short but varied. Here we list five advantages of travelling in spring and why this period can be particularly charming!
PolarQuest's Carina plans our trips around the world. Here she shares one of her best travel memories from the Galapagos, high on many travellers' wish list!
Read about the United Nations Environment Programme's (UNEP) participation in the ‘Clean Seas’ project.
Below you will find an extract from our exciting expedition cruise with M/S Stockholm to the Orkney and Shetland Islands on 30 April - 11 May.
Niklas Nilsson dreamed of Antarctica and booked the adventure of a lifetime with PolarQuest. See his slideshow from the unforgettable journey here!
Gun von Krusenstjerna loves nature, but mostly penguins. Read about her expeditions to the southern hemisphere and her exciting penguin adventures here!
As the year draws to a close, we want to spread warmth with Christmas greetings from us at PolarQuest.
Lillemor Främberg, reseproducent på PolarQuest, delar sitt bästa resminne. Läs om hennes äventyr bland fjordar, fjäll, späckhuggare och valar i magiska Tromsø!
Take a few minutes to be inspired by beautiful autumn images from Svalbard, taken during some of our previous trips.
Experience Svalbard's unique fauna on a trip to the Arctic, one of our last untouched wildernesses, and learn about five different seal species that live there.
Disko Bay on the west coast of Greenland offers magnificent scenery with fjords, icebergs and tundra walks. A trip here is deeply moving and impressive!
Svalbard's Global Seed Vault stores agricultural crops from around the world. The seed vault is located near Longyearbyen, with a tunnel leading 130 metres into the mountain.
11 years ago, I made the trip of a lifetime with PolarQuest. At the time, I was a 22-year-old nature photographer whose big dream was to visit the seventh continent.
Maria Malmborg, travel consultant at PolarQuest, got the chance to travel to a wintry northern Norway with M/S Quest to explore the fantastic wildlife and magnificent nature of the fjords. Read a blog post written by her below!
Read and dream away to the sub-Antarctic gem of South Gerogia, one of the most magnificent animal kingdoms on Earth!
Read about our guests' experiences in Wilpattu, Sri Lanka.
Only 3 hours from Oslo, the wilderness of Svalbard awaits. Leave civilisation behind, experience the silence and see what's waiting around the corner. Read our travellers' stories!
Would you like to get a taste of what you could experience during a trip in Tromsø with M/S Stockholm? Then watch this fantastic video that summarises one of our expeditions in 2019!
Blue icebergs floating by, the sun shining, the view of huge and snowy mountain ranges along the ship. The Antarctic at last!
The Galapagos Islands, off the coast of Ecuador, are an oasis for nature lovers. Read about our travellers' experiences in guide Adam Rheborg's blog post.
Svalbard offers unique experiences. Watch our film from M/S Sjøveien.
A journey with M/S Stockholms to the abandoned mining community of Pyramiden.
Read about our travellers exploring the vast wilderness of British Columbia, Canada's westernmost province.
Read about our travellers' adventures in Namibia with encounters with lions.
‘It is difficult to give a fair picture of this unforgettable day in the Namib Desert, it must be experienced on site’
A journey through Isfjorden in Svalbard.
Sorgfjorden offers historical remains and stories from 17th century whaling. Read about our travellers' encounter with history at Eolusneset!
Read about the annual Naadam Festival in Mongolia on PolarQuest's blog. Travelling to Mongolia is an unforgettable experience!
Read about M/S Quest's eventful encounters with blue whales, white whales and polar bears!
The captain of the M/S Stockholm tried to get round Spitsbergen, despite tough ice conditions.
Sara, Marketing Assistant at PolarQuest, went on an unforgettable adventure with M/S Sjøveien in the Svalbard wilderness.
Join our travellers for a walk along the beach at Bjonahamna!
PolarQuest's amazing guides are blogging from Svalbard. Read about an eventful day in the wild Northwest corner of Svalbard!
Read about a great day on board the ship M/S Quest and our travellers' experiences from 31 May 2019.
Read a blog post about M/S Quest's encounter with a polar bear on 2 June!
Read about a hard-to-beat rubber boat cruise during the 22 - 29 May trip with M/S Quest!
The sub-Antarctic islands are some of the most species-rich places on Earth and are all inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The sub-Antarctic islands south of New Zealand and Australia are home to half of the world's penguin and albatross species. Read about MacQuarie Island!
Our traveller Judy Ersvaer tells us about her many trips on M/S Stockholm.
Read about a place that warms the heart a little extra, that instils calm and invites laughter.
In true expedition spirit, we recently traveled to the fjords of Northern Norway, where the herring gather. Read about killer whales, humpback whales and the Northern Lights in our guide Andrea's blog post!
Journalist Kicki Lind traveled with PolarQuest on a mid-winter expedition cruise in northernmost Norway and fell in love - with mighty mountains and fjords.
I november 2018 fick Sara Larsson från PolarQuest chansen att följa med M/S Stockholm på ett oförglömligt äventyr i Tromsøs fjordar. Läs om hennes paradis på jorden!
Sri Lanka is a very colourful island. You can read more about its wildlife here.
The Galapagos Islands, a paradise for nature lovers, are located nearly 100 miles off the coast of Ecuador. Read an extract from our tour leader Adam's logbook from the trip in October!
Svalbard's history is fascinating. Read about Svenskhuset, a place of dramatic events, now listed as a cultural monument and an important part of Svalbard's heritage.
Join Johan Hammar to Svalbard on board M/S Quest and experience sparkling glaciers, snow-capped mountain peaks and unique encounters with Arctic wildlife.
Read about our travellers' adventures above the spectacular dunes of the Namib Desert in a blog post written by our tour leader Adam Rheborg.
Our journey took us to Vitön, where the remains of the Andrée expedition were found in 1930.
Experience an exciting Zodiac adventure along the rocky shores of Storøya and Karl XII-øya.
In May, Ira Schack travelled on the M/S Quest to explore the Svalbard wilderness.
Vagabond's Marcus Westberg talks about his expedition cruise with M/S Stockholm.
In 2017, M/S Sjøveien started its career as a comfortable expedition ship in Svalbard.
This year, the sea north of Svalbard has been free of ice. This has meant that the vast pack ice has taken some patience to reach, but once up there, exciting wildlife and stunning views await.
Read about an exciting encounter with a female polar bear on a bright Arctic summer night.
Our expedition leader Elke shares her experiences from the 8-15 June 2018 trip on M/S Quest.
Travelling through the Svalbard wilderness on a small ship means being constantly prepared for the unpredictable.
Susanne Korsvoll from Unlimited Travel Group blogs about her seven days without connectivity on Svalbard.
Curious about what it's like to join an expedition cruise in Svalbard with PolarQuest? Read this recent travelogue.
Below you can read about PolarQuest's own Heidi's encounter with walruses in early May.
Far off the north-west coast of Scotland lies Sula Sgeir, a remote and rocky island where seabirds and seals live in shelter.
The Svalbard season has started! Read about our travellers' visit to Camp Barentz. The text is written by Heidi from the PolarQuest office who is travelling with us on the first trip!
Our fantastic guides blog from our travels around the world, and below you can read a post from Scotland and the exciting Hebrides archipelago!
At the entrance to the world’s largest fjord system, Scoresbysund, lies the small village with the long name Ittoqqortoormiit.
The Galapagos Islands are located in the Pacific Ocean, nearly 100 miles from Ecuador. Read about our travellers' adventures on the enchanting islands of Fernandina and Isabela!
The cruise industry and authorities are working together to develop Arctic Search and Rescue. PolarQuest is expected to contribute with a vessel to the planned exercise.
Read about our travellers' experiences during a ReQuest trip to Sri Lanka.
Dreaming of meeting the giants of the sea? During the summer in Svalbard, you have a great chance of seeing whales, especially in July and August.
Magnus Reteike has been captain of M/S Stockholm since 2007. Read about his exciting life as a sea captain!
Our traveller Karin returned to Svalbard after longing to go since 1999.
Read about a spectacular journey to north-east Greenland with M/S Quest.
Exciting wildlife, beautiful scenery and sparkling starry skies, cosy lodges, wilderness breakfasts and culinary dining experiences in India.
A summer trip on board the ship M/S Stockholm.
Read about the amazing adventures our travellers experience on board the small, popular ship M/S Stockholm in our guides' latest blog from the Arctic.
Mia Lundqvist works as a guide manager at PolarQuest's office, and has spent a lot of time in the village. Here she shares her top to-do tips!
Read more about a fantastic day of exciting excursions in July with M/S Quest.
Read about an eventful visit to Kongs- and Krossfjorden.
Read about a journey on M/S Quest that started with humpback whales in the midnight sun and much more!
Get to know history's greatest polar explorers such as Nansen, Barentsz and Nordenskiöld. Read about their expeditions and exciting adventures in the polar regions!
Twenty-year-old Erik Edvardsson's bucket list included South Georgia, a wildlife paradise in the Southern Ocean. Read about his 2008 trip and return visit two years later with PolarQuest!
Read about an adventure with exciting animal encounters in Hornsund!
Read about the sparkling pack ice, the vast silence and the amazing wildlife!
Fartyget förflyttade sig in i Kongsfjorden för en magisk Zodiackryssning längs Kongsbreen.
PolarQuest guides blogging from the ship M/S Quest in May 2017.
Get to know history's greatest polar traveller! We have previously written about Willem Barentsz, now we highlight Adolf Erik Nordenskiöld - first through the Northeast Passage.
Our guides blog from M/S Stockholm and Sea Endurance, and this is what Åsa, who is on board M/S Stockholm, wrote on Saturday.
Below you will find an extract from PolarQuest's trip to the Hebrides, Scotland with M/S Stockholm.
Our ship M/S Quest is currently sailing from Bodø to the pearl of the Arctic: Svalbard
In something of a serial, we will shed light on some of the most talked about polar explorers in history. We'll start at the beginning, with a short story about the man who put Svalbard on the map - Dutchman Willem Barentsz.
This year's successful guide meeting took place in Gothenburg and was also the tenth in a row!
Here we recommend museums with exciting exhibitions on the Arctic and Antarctic.
On International Women's Day, we want to recognise one of the brave female polar explorers - Louise Boyd.
PolarQuest expedition leader Adam Rheborg is travelling to Svalbard for the twentieth year in a row. We asked what makes Svalbard so special to him.
PolarQuest has arranged three fantastic trips to Galapagos this autumn. Below you can read an excerpt from the trip on 25 October - 7 November 2016.
Our travellers are now on the Antarctic Peninsula. Below you can read an extract from one of the days.
We have now completed two fantastic trips with M/S Stockholm in Northern Norway. Travelers have experienced killer whales, humpback whales and magical northern lights over the fjords.
What a trip! A group of PolarQuest travelers experienced the fjords of Tromsø with northern lights, magical sunsets and encounters with orcas and humpback whales.
PolarQuest´s guides blogs on board Ocean Nova. Here you can read an excerpt from the expedition cruise to Northeast Greenland.
In 1596, two Dutch ships sailed north, aiming for the North Pole, hoping to discover a shortcut to China and India. Instead, they discovered Svalbard!
An extract from our Expedition Svalbard trip in July 2016.
PolarQuest guides blogging from the ship M/S Quest in July 2016.
A day of sunshine, blue skies and a sleeping polar bear.
A short extract of our trip: Expedition with M/S Quest 22 June - 2 July.
PolarQuest guides blogging from the ship M/S Quest in June 2016.
On National Day we visited Virgohamna, the place where Andrée started his balloon flight in 1897.
PolarQuest guides are blogging from the M/S Quest. Read an extract from the 24 May - 1 June trip.
PolarQuest guides blogging on board the M/S Quest in May 2016.
After being docked in Helsingborg harbour over the winter, M/S Quest left Bodö harbour on 4 May.
PolarQuest's Maria Nordvall has always loved travelling and animals, preferably in combination. A few years ago, she travelled to India to stay at Kanha Jungle Lodge for a month. Read about her time at the lodge and in the park.
We are proud to have polar bear researcher Nikita Ovsyanikov as a guide and lecturer on our expeditions to Svalbard in May and June 2016.
We've probably all experienced that great moment during a trip that couldn't be captured on film. Maybe the picture was blurry, overexposed or just very flat.
Some couples choose to celebrate their honeymoon in the Arctic. Therése and Marcus chose Svalbard - here they talk about their adventure on board M/S Quest.
Captain Per Engwall talks about his 25-year-long love for Svalbard.
Today's excursion to Mikkelsen Harbour offered magnificent views with sun and light. We saw seals, penguins and glaciers, and were served hot juice.
Finally we set foot on the continent at the Almirante Brown station. Despite the wind, we were able to enjoy the view and were greeted by lively gentoo wines!
An excerpt from the season's final expedition cruise aboard M/S Quest.
A group of PolarQuest travellers exploring the Northwest Passage, Canada's historic waterway.
PolarQuest guides blog from M/S Quest. Read about the trip ‘Expedition Svalbard with M/S Quest’, 16-26 July 2015.
An excerpt from the journey "Polar Bear Adventure with M/S Quest," June 28 – July 6, 2015.
Read a report from the trip ‘Svalbard Adventure on board M/S Stockholm’ from June 2015.
Ett litet utdrag från resan ombord på M/S Quest den 24 maj – 2 juni 2015.
In the morning we walked on Vaærøy and at Å. Nusfjord saw some killer whales.
Carina Svensson, who is responsible for our Antarctic trips, set off on her first Antarctic adventure in February. Curious about how it went?
Listen to PolarQuest's expedition leader Christian Engelke talk about his vast experience of Svalbard, where he previously lived for several years.
Recently, one of our travellers sent us a video clip from his Svalbard trip in September 2014.
Antarctica impresses with its icy landscape. Read the blog from our trip, where we visited Deception Island and some brave ones took a polar plunge!
A group of PolarQuest travellers have just returned from an adventure in Namibia.
The day started with polar history and a chilly wind from the north-western of Spetsbergen.
Svalbard has offered amazing wildlife and nature encounters this season.
Below you can read an extract from our trip ‘Discovery of Svalbard’ on board Ocean Nova, 5 - 15 July.
The Svalbard season is in full swing!
A leisurely night's journey north took us to a snow-covered sandbar where a dozen of the charismatic walruses were present.
Today, Ola Skinnarmo, one of our most successful adventurers, set out on a new expedition! This time, the goal is to find the greatest symbol of Swedish polar history - the ship Vega.
