Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

World Explorer by Quark Expeditions

Polar Views from Your Private Balcony

Distinct and comfortable, refined and roomy - these attributes and more describe World Explorer from Quark Expeditions. Not only is it among Quark's fastest ships, but it is also one of the finest, with six tiers of deluxe accommodation.

World Explorer features two state-of-the-art Rolls Royce hybrid-electric engines, significantly reducing its environmental impact on the Polar Regions.

Each suite on the 172-guest expedition ship has either a private walk-out or French 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.

The health and wellness facilities onboard World Explorer include an outdoor track, a small gym, sauna, spa with changing rooms, showers and lockers. For more active adventures, guests can kayak, paddle board and even go camping.

More cruises featuring World Explorer by Quark Expeditions

7-Night Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Answer the call of Antarctica by flying over the notorious Drake Passage by charter plane to land at King George Island before exploring the Antarctic Peninsula by ship. In just 8 adventure-packed days, you'll experience rewarding shore visits and Zodiac cruises, intimate wildlife encounters, and explore historic sites.

Day	Destination	Notes
1	Punta Arenas, Chile
2	King George Island	Flight from Punta Arenas and embark ship
3	Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica	South Shetland Islands
4	Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica	South Shetland Islands
5	Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica	South Shetland Islands
6	Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica	South Shetland Islands
7	King George Island	Disembark ship and flight to Punta Arenas
8	Punta Arenas, Chile

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Dec 05 2024		$10,459
Category Your Price Availability Owners SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony with access from the sitting room and bedroom. $18,221 Deluxe SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony, separate sitting room and bedroom. $17,209 Superior SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony with access from the sitting room and bedroom. $15,859 Infinity SuiteFeatures a floor-to-ceiling glass French balcony with a sitting area. $12,821 Veranda SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony, separate sitting area with infotainment system. $12,821 Triple SuiteFeatures a separate combination sitting area and bedroom with sofa bed. $10,459
Dec 15 2024		$11,134
Category Your Price Availability Owners SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony with access from the sitting room and bedroom. $19,234 Deluxe SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony, separate sitting room and bedroom. $18,221 Superior SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony with access from the sitting room and bedroom. $16,871 Infinity SuiteFeatures a floor-to-ceiling glass French balcony with a sitting area. $13,496 Veranda SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony, separate sitting area with infotainment system. $12,821 Triple SuiteFeatures a separate combination sitting area and bedroom with sofa bed. $11,134
Dec 15 2025		$12,821
Category Your Price Availability Owners SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony with access from the sitting room and bedroom. $22,609 Deluxe SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony, separate sitting room and bedroom. $21,056 Superior SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony with access from the sitting room and bedroom. $19,571 Infinity SuiteFeatures a floor-to-ceiling glass French balcony with a sitting area. $15,049 Veranda SuiteFeatures a walk-out balcony, separate sitting area with infotainment system. $15,049 Triple SuiteFeatures a separate combination sitting area and bedroom with sofa bed. $12,821
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