Expedition Operators
The Lines I Work With
Quark Expeditions
The polar specialists
Since 1991, Quark Expeditions has been taking travelers deeper into the polar regions than anyone else. They were the first to offer tourist voyages to the North Pole and remain the benchmark for serious Antarctic and Arctic expedition travel, with a fleet that ranges from small ice-strengthened vessels to the world's most powerful icebreaker.
Every voyage is staffed by an expedition team of polar scientists, naturalists, and historians who turn each day in the field into something genuinely illuminating. For anyone serious about polar travel, Quark is the place to start.
- Antarctica, Arctic, North Pole, and Greenland itineraries
- Ice-class vessels including nuclear icebreaker options
- Expert expedition teams with deep field specialization
- Zodiac, kayak, and snowshoe excursion options
HX Expeditions
Norwegian expertise,
global reach
Born from Hurtigruten — the legendary Norwegian coastal route that has operated since 1893 — HX Expeditions brings that same seafaring heritage to destinations across the globe. Their modern, purpose-built expedition ships are among the most technologically advanced in the industry, with hybrid engines designed for minimal environmental impact.
HX itineraries stretch from Svalbard and Greenland to Patagonia, the Galápagos, and Antarctica, with an emphasis on sustainability and deep local knowledge that sets them apart from the competition.
- Arctic, Antarctic, Patagonia, and Galápagos voyages
- Hybrid-powered ships with low environmental footprint
- Science and citizen-science programs on select sailings
- Active excursion options including hiking and kayaking
National Geographic × Lindblad Expeditions
Where storytelling
meets exploration
The partnership between Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic is one of the most distinctive in expedition travel. Every voyage carries a certified National Geographic photographer and storyteller on board — ensuring that what you witness, you also learn to truly see.
Their ships reach Antarctica, the Galápagos, the Arctic, Alaska, and beyond, with an educational depth that makes them particularly well-suited to curious travelers, families, and anyone who wants to come home knowing more than when they left.
- Antarctica, Galápagos, Arctic, Alaska, and Baja California
- Certified National Geographic photographer on every voyage
- Undersea specialist and naturalist-led expedition teams
- Family-friendly sailings with dedicated youth programs
Viking Cruises
Expedition with
a luxury finish
Viking entered the expedition market with the same philosophy that made their ocean and river fleets famous: understated Scandinavian design, destination-focused itineraries, and an all-inclusive model that removes the friction of onboard spending. Their expedition ships are among the most comfortable in the category.
Viking Expeditions focuses primarily on polar and remote voyages — Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Great Lakes — with a level of onboard refinement that appeals to travelers who want genuine wilderness access without sacrificing comfort.
- Antarctica, Arctic, and Great Lakes expedition itineraries
- All-inclusive pricing with no surprise onboard costs
- Scandinavian-designed ships with superior cabin comfort
- Preferred access through the Fora network