Expedition Micro Cruises
"The only true failure would be not to explore at all."
— Sir Ernest Shackleton
Set a course for the world’s wildest destinations on the original Expedition Micro Cruise
Inspired by intrepid expeditions of the past, we only sail with small groups – the smallest at both poles – on agile, strong ships that go deep into the pack ice, where other vessels can’t.
The biggest luxury we provide is the freedom to explore nature without limits, filters, or time constraints. Our truly small ship expeditions have no fixed itinerary. Instead, we listen to nature and take the opportunities it presents, creating transformative experiences in the planet’s last great wildernesses.
Your Expedition Micro Cruise destinations
Why Secret Atlas?
There's a certain spirit that yearns to venture where few have gone, to feel the wilder side of life, and embrace the unknown.
We are guided by that spirit.
We help others discover a world much bigger than the ones they encounter day-to-day, then explore it the way it deserves to be explored – with appreciation, time, and in harmony with nature.
Expedition Micro Cruises
All our Expedition Micro Cruises are aligned with nature, itinerary-free, and take small groups into the wildest places on Earth.
Svalbard
Svalbard Spring Micro Cruise
78°22’N, 15°65’E
A frozen fairytale of iceberg-strewn fjords, snowy peaks, and puzzle-piece sea ice – as animals take their first steps following winter.
- 12 guests
- 8 — 10 days
Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise
78°22’N, 15°65’E
Set sail in summer, when Svalbard blooms with life, the best time to spot wildlife in Europe’s last great wilderness.
- 12 guests
- 10 days
Svalbard Summer Solstice Micro Cruise
78°22’N, 15°65’E
Our longest photo tour sails when the midnight sun is at its zenith, providing 24-hour photo opportunities in the company of your pro photographer guide.
- 12 guests
- 10 — 12 days
Svalbard Circumnavigation Micro Cruise
78°22’N, 15°65’E
The big one. As the sea opens up under the midnight sun, take the unique opportunity to circumnavigate Svalbard, Europe’s last great wilderness.
- 12 guests
- 12 days
Svalbard and Greenland Summer Micro Cruise
78°22’N, 15°65’E & 76°50'N, 23°10'W
The ultimate Arctic experience – a unique two-week adventure into Svalbard and the Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest national park.
- 12 guests
- 14 days
Greenland
Svalbard and Greenland Summer Micro Cruise
78°22’N, 15°65’E & 76°50'N, 23°10'W
The ultimate Arctic experience – a unique two-week adventure into Svalbard and the Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest national park.
- 12 guests
- 14 days
Northeast Greenland National Park Micro Cruise
76°50'N, 23°10'W
The ultimate Greenland experience – a unique two-week adventure into Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest national park, and Scoresbysund, the longest fjord system on Earth.
- 12 guests
- 11 — 13 days
Scoresbysund Autumn Micro Cruise
70°50’N, 25°00’W
An autumn micro cruise to Scoresbysund, East Greenland. For landscape lovers and aurora chasers – the ultimate expedition of Earth and sky.
- 12 guests
- 9 days
South Georgia
South Georgia Spring Micro Cruise
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Capture South Georgia’s spring awakening without crowds or rigid schedules. Witness king penguins courting, elephant seals battling, and abundant wildlife with just 44 guests.
- guests
- 15 days
South Georgia Autumn Micro Cruise
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Explore South Georgia’s snow-dusted peaks, golden autumn light, roaring elephant seals, and vibrant penguin colonies on our longest-ever 15-day expedition with just 44 guests.
- guests
- 15 days
Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica Micro Cruise
Combine Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica on a 78-guest cruise expedition in Spring. Follow in Shackleton’s footsteps, witness penguin chicks and whales, and enjoy uncrowded, pristine landscapes.
- 78 guests
- 21 days
Antarctica
Antarctic Spring Micro Fly Cruise - Sail One Way
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Sail across the Drake Passage and explore Antarctica in spring on a 44-guest Micro Cruise.
- guests
- 9 days
Antarctic Spring Micro Fly Cruise
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Skip the Drake Passage to awakening Antarctica in spring on a 44-guest Fly & Cruise. Witness penguins courting, whales returning, glittering pack ice, and thawing fjords—uncrowded and flexible.
- guests
- 10 days
Antarctic Christmas Micro Fly Cruise
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Experience a Christmas like no other in Antarctica on a 44-guest Fly & Cruise. Penguin chicks, whales, and glittering icebergs await in an uncrowded, flexible adventure.
- guests
- 10 days
Antarctic New Year Micro Fly Cruise
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Welcome the New Year in Antarctica on a 44-guest Fly & Cruise expedition. Witness penguin chicks taking their first steps, whales returning, and towering icebergs in an uncrowded, flexible polar adventure.
- guests
- 10 days
Antarctic Circle Micro Fly Cruise
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Sail beyond the legendary Antarctic Circle with just 44 guests. Explore pristine ice, wildlife-rich bays, and iconic sites without crowds, and free from rigid schedules.
- guests
- 10 days
Antarctic Summer Micro Fly Cruise — Sail One Way
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Fly one way and sail the other across the legendary Drake Passage on a 44-guest Antarctic expedition. See summer’s penguin chicks, whales and sculpted ice—uncrowded and free from rigid schedules.
- guests
- 9 days
Antarctic Autumn Fly Micro Cruise — Sail One Way
54°16’S, 36°30’W
Sail the Drake Passage once on a 44-guest Fly & Cruise expedition to Antarctica in autumn. Golden light bathes bustling penguin colonies, playful seals, and whales at their seasonal peak.
- guests
- 9 days
Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica Micro Cruise
Combine Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica on a 78-guest cruise expedition in Spring. Follow in Shackleton’s footsteps, witness penguin chicks and whales, and enjoy uncrowded, pristine landscapes.
- 78 guests
- 21 days
Design your own private expedition micro cruise with Secret Atlas
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