When was Polarcruises founded?

Polarcruises was founded in 2002.

Where does Polarcruises rank among its competitors?

Polarcruises ranks 174th amongst 182 active competitors, of which 4 are funded. It stands 11th in terms of total funding among its competitors. The most recent competitor to raise funding was Spirit Airlines, which secured $350M in Mar, 2025.

Who are the top competitors of Polarcruises?

Polarcruises' top competitors include Spirit Airlines, TUI and Jin Air. Among them, Spirit Airlines secured the most recent funding round in March, 2025.

Polarcruises - 2026 Company Profile & Competitors

Company Details

Provider of booking services for expeditions to polar region destinations. This agency facilitates the arrangement of voyages and land-based programs for travelers seeking to visit remote arctic and antarctic areas. The service assists individuals in selecting specific ship-based expeditions by offering knowledge regarding available vessel options and program details. Guidance is provided to help travelers identify trips that align with personal priorities and travel styles. The agency coordinates bookings for programs operated by third-party providers, ensuring that pricing remains consistent with direct operator rates. Support includes information on destination environments, wildlife observation opportunities, and the operational differences between various expedition vessels.

Key Metrics

Founded Year

2002

Stage

Unfunded

Ranked

174^th among 182 active competitors

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Top competitors of Polarcruises include Spirit Airlines, TUI and Jin Air. Here is the list of Top 10 competitors of Polarcruises, ranked by Tracxn score:

Rank	Company Details	Short Description	Total Funding	Investors	Tracxn Score
1st	Spirit Airlines 1903, Miramar (United States), Acquired	Airline providing cheap airfare options for passengers traveling within the United States, the Caribbean, and Latin America	$575M	Goldman Sachs, AllianceBernstein & 6 others	66/100
2nd	TUI 1961, Portsmouth (United Kingdom), Funding Raised	Provider of travel and tourism services offering package holidays, flights, & cruises	-	Europa	62/100
3rd	Jin Air 2008, Seoul (South Korea), Acquired	Low-Cost Carrier (LLC) based out of Korea	-	-	57/100
4th	Pobeda 2014, Moscow (Russia), Acquired	Provider of travel agency services	-	-	42/100
5th	Lecip Corporation 1953, Konosu (Japan), Public	Manufacturer and supplier of transportation equipment	-	Nagoya Small and Medium Business Investment & Consultation ... Read more	39/100
6th	ZoomMyTrip 2019, Hyderabad (India), Unfunded	Internet first brand of booking flight and bus tickets	-	-	39/100
7th	Tripozo 2021, Kanpur (India), Unfunded	Provider of travel booking services for flights, hotels, trains, and buses	-	-	37/100
8th	Cox and Kings 1758, London (United Kingdom), Acquired	Provider of tour, holiday and destination services	-	Yes Bank, Citi & 2 others	37/100
9th	JTB USA 1997, United States, Unfunded	Online platform to discover & book tours/activities	-	-	36/100
10th	Jetways Travels 1990, Delhi (India), Unfunded	Provider of travel management and airline ticketing services	-	-	34/100
174th	Polarcruises 2002, Unfunded	Provider of booking services for expeditions to polar region destinations	-	-	16/100