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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Ship: Ocean Explorer   
Departure: Monday, August 31, 2026
Nights: 17 nights
Departs: Calgary
Returns: Reykjavik
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
17
Nights
Days at Sea
13
Sea Days
Ports
4
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Monday, August 31, 2026 Calgary, Canada Embark 4:00 PM

    Calgary is a major inland logistics and transportation hub located in the province of Alberta, Canada, approximately 80 kilometers east of the Rocky Mountains. Situated at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow Rivers, the city has historically served as a gateway between Western Canada’s resource-rich interior and global markets. While not a seaport, Calgary functions as a critical multimodal inland port, supported by extensive rail networks operated by Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and Canadian National (CN), major highway corridors such as the Trans-Canada Highway, and Calgary International Airport (YYC), one of Canada’s busiest cargo airports. Read more about Calgary, Canada

    2 Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Resolute, Canada 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

    Resolute is a small Inuit hamlet on Cornwallis Island in Nunavut, Canada. It is situated at the northern end of Resolute Bay and the NW Passage. It is also one of the coldest inhabited places in the world. Read more about Resolute, Canada

    3 Wednesday, September 2, 2026 At Sea - At Sea: Crossing The Davis Strait
    4 Thursday, September 3, 2026 At Sea - Exploring Baffin Island, Canada
    5 Friday, September 4, 2026 At Sea - Exploring Baffin Island, Canada
    6 Saturday, September 5, 2026 At Sea - At Sea
    7 Sunday, September 6, 2026 At Sea - Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound)
    8 Monday, September 7, 2026 At Sea - Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound)
    9 Tuesday, September 8, 2026 At Sea - Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound)
    10 Wednesday, September 9, 2026 At Sea - Exploring Smith Sound
    11 Thursday, September 10, 2026 At Sea - Qaanaaq, Greenland
    12 Friday, September 11, 2026 At Sea - At Sea
    13 Saturday, September 12, 2026 At Sea - Exploring West Greenland
    14 Sunday, September 13, 2026 At Sea - Exploring West Greenland
    15 Monday, September 14, 2026 At Sea - Exploring West Greenland
    16 Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Kangerlussuaq, Greenland 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Kangerlussuaq, Greenland

    Kangerlussuaq (Danish: Søndre Strømfjord) is a settlement in western Greenland in the Qeqqata municipality, located at the head of a fjord of the same name, and just inside the Arctic Circle. The town lies between glacial-fed Qinnguata Kuussua river to the SE, fjord to the SW, and hills rising sharply to 400m to the north. Russell Glacier and the Greenland ice sheet lie about 22km further east. Read more about Kangerlussuaq, Greenland

    17 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Reykjavik, Iceland 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Reykjavik, Iceland

    Reykjavik, the capital and largest city of Iceland, is the gateway to Iceland's stunning natural wonders, which range from ice fields to boiling thermal pools. The landscape on the island seems to be in a continual process of transformation much like its society, which blends Nordic tradition with sophisticated technology. On the waterfront see the open-air history of shipping disasters. Read more about Reykjavik, Iceland

  • Ship

    Ocean Explorer Overview

    Ocean Explorer

    Embark on an unforgettable journey with the Ocean Explorer, a contemporary and sophisticated addition to the Quark fleet, launched in 2024. This vessel, tailored for polar expeditions, accommodates 138 guests, promising an intimate and immersive adventure. The Ocean Explorer is at the forefront of maritime innovation, boasting the latest in expedition technology. Its most notable feature, the ULSTEIN X-BOW, represents a breakthrough in marine engineering. This unique inverted bow design guarantees smoother sailing, enhancing comfort as you traverse the polar seas.

  • Cabins

    Ocean Explorer Cabins

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite on the Ocean Explorer Junior Suite on the Ocean Explorer

    Cabin Types

    OS, ES, JS

    Size: 443 sq. ft. This palatial, airy apartment offers stunning views from its large private veranda on the highest cabin level. The luxurious suite features a large master bedroom, living room and dining area and two large master bathrooms, among other amenities.

    Veranda Suite

    Veranda Suite

    Veranda Suite on the Ocean Explorer Veranda Suite on the Ocean Explorer

    Cabin Types

    RB, GB, DB

    Size: 189 - 272 sq. ft. This spacious, classic stateroom allows you to stretch freely. Centrally located on Decks 4 and 6.

    Veranda

    Veranda

    Veranda  on the Ocean Explorer Veranda  on the Ocean Explorer

    Cabin Types

    DBF, DBM2, DBM1, DBM, StBS

    Size: 168 - 195 sq. ft. Enjoy privacy and elegance at the front of the ship where guests are treated to sweeping views from their private veranda.

    Studio

    Studio

    Studio on the Ocean Explorer Studio on the Ocean Explorer

    Cabin Types

    DBM3, StB, SD, SS

    Size: 203 - 272 sq. ft. These classic staterooms ensure guests have easy access to all amenities the ship has to offer.

  • Deck Plans

    Ocean Explorer Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Ocean Explorer

    Quark Expeditions Experience

    Quark Expeditions Experience

    Explore the Polar regions with Quark Expeditions and receive:

    • All meals, snacks, soft drinks, juices, coffee, tea and hot chocolate
    • Select beer, wines, and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
    • An official Quark parka to take home
    • Zodiac cruising and hiking with expert guides & polar plunge experience
    • Daily presentations with polar experts
    • Waterproof expedition boots for use during your voyage
    • Wi-Fi for one device & expedition photograph journal

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

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Veranda  at the Ocean Explorer

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  • Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

    Cruiseline: Quark Expeditions Ship: Ocean Explorer Departure: Monday, August 31, 2026 Nights: 17 nights Departs: Calgary Returns: Reykjavik

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