• Newsletter
  • Write a Review
  • Boards
  • Deals
  • Find a Cruise
  • Reviews
  • News
  • Cruise Tips

PolarQuest Cruises

5 Reviews
PolarQuest

About PolarQuest Cruises

PolarQuest charters and operates three ships. No matter which ship you board in PolarQuest's fleet, you'll find a friendly and boisterous atmosphere. Passengers tend to have a shared passion for wildlife and outdoor exploration, and bond quickly.

  • More about PolarQuest

  • Who goes on PolarQuest cruise ships?

  • Do I have to dress up on a PolarQuest cruise?

Loading...

Find PolarQuest Cruises

PolarQuest Cruises

Loading...

We're sorry no itineraries matched your search. Please update your search criteria and try again.

PolarQuest Cruises Tips, Activities, and Overview

Who goes on PolarQuest cruise ships?

PolarQuest draws adventurous, educated nature-lovers who want to immerse themselves in the destinations they visit. Though most are Swedish (due to the company's Swedish heritage), you'll also find people from a variety of European countries. On occasion, North Americans, Australians and Asians join PolarQuest's voyages, but that's not the norm. Expect to meet singles and couples, mostly in their 60s, though there will be the occasional family. PolarQuest can help match up single travelers who want to share a cabin (same-sex cabins only).

Do I have to dress up on a PolarQuest cruise?

No. Dress is casual during the day and evening. Pack for comfort, and leave your formal duds at home.

Is everything free on PolarQuest cruises?

It all depends on the ship and itinerary, but every PolarQuest voyage includes Zodiac shore excursions led by a naturalist guide. Some sailings also include a pre- and/or post-cruise night hotel and select alcoholic drinks with meals. Even gratuities are sometimes included on certain ships and itineraries.

What are PolarQuest’s most popular activities?

Zodiac excursions are, by far, the most popular activity for PolarQuest's passengers. Excursions may involve cruising alongside glaciers and icebergs, or landing ashore for easy walks or vigorous hikes. Just as popular is wildlife viewing from the ship; because the ships are all small, no one has to push or shove to get a view.

Why go with PolarQuest?

  • Itineraries that specialize in the Arctic are great for adventure-seekers.
  • Small ships with low passenger counts make for personalized experiences.
  • Expert guides with a range of backgrounds lead all expeditions.

Best for: Nature-lovers seeking one-of-a-kind, in-depth, exploration of Arctic regions

Not for: Anyone adverse to small, bare-bones ships with portholes and bunkbeds

PolarQuest Cruises Cruiser Reviews

Very nice ship, but low PolarQuest service

The facts: M/S Sjøveien with 12 guests, 2 PolarQuest guides and the crew of the ship, Spitsbergen expedition cruise for 11 days Good things first: the ship and the crew were excellent.Several of such strange/wrong things happened during the entire cruise.Read More
TPtour

2-5 Cruises

Age 60s

Arctic adventure to see polar bears

The staff are excellent, the service was friendly and the food fantastic.We had a superb and lovely expedition leader and guide staff who gave us a wonderful experience.Read More
Adventure and Fun

6-10 Cruises

Age 60s

Best way to explore Svalbard

From the first minute you make contact with them to the moment you say goodbye, everything is professionally handled and I cannot think of a better way to experience the magic that is Svalbard.I have had the privilege of hosting four photographic expeditions as a guest on board the Stockholm and I have never had a bad experience.Read More
gerryvanderwalt

6-10 Cruises

Age 40s

Everyone should do this trip at least once, and I really recommend PolarQuest!

Everything, from cleaning and dining to attitude and safety was in a very high level.Our expectations were pretty high and we did not get dissapointed!Read More
Lina Margareta

First Time Cruiser

Age 40s

Related Cruises

Cruise Critic is not a booking agent and does not charge any service fees to users of our site. Our partners who list cruise pricing on Cruise Critic are required to provide prices for cruise only or cruise packages, per person, double occupancy, and are based on specific cabin types and sailing dates, and may not be available for all cabin types/sailings. Taxes, fees and port expenses not included. Rates are in USD and valid for US and Canadian residents only. Fuel supplement may apply. When you book with one of our partners, please be sure to check their site for a full disclosure of all applicable fees as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

For any cruises listed, Cruise Critic does not guarantee any specific rates or prices. In addition, average cruise prices are updated nightly.

Furthermore, Cruise Critic makes no guarantees for availability of prices advertised on our site. Listed prices may have blackout dates, qualifications or restrictions.

Cruise Critic is not responsible for content on external web sites.

Lowest pricing is based on our 3rd party pricing supplier and valid as of December 5th, 2024.

About UsCruise DestinationsFirst Time CruisersFind A Cruise

International Sites

© 1995—2024, The Independent Traveler, Inc.

  • Privacy and Cookies Statement

  • Terms of Use

  • Site Map