Secret Atlas Expedition have issued their last call for Arctic 2025 micro cruise sailings.
Secret Atlas, launched in 2019, is run by explorers for explorers. Their voyages offer intimate, uncrowded expedition experiences.
Their pioneering Expedition Micro Cruises host just 12 guests in the Arctic and 48 in the Antarctic. No crowds, just nature.
Secret Atlas offers access to raw polar environments with comfort, expert guidance, and flexible itineraries focused on exploration and photography.
Full swing
The 2025 Arctic cruise season is already in full swing and it’s been nothing short of spectacular so far.
Guests aboard these small-scale cruises have witnessed polar bears hunt, sailed ice-choked fjords, and seen pods of belugas in song.
The Arctic has a narrow visiting window, from June through early September, when sea ice melts enough to allow exploration.
July to September brings warmer temperatures and abundant wildlife. It’s one of the best times to experience the Arctic.
Secret Atlas is offering two last-chance expeditions this August and September. Both take place at this peak time for travel.
Each itinerary carries a maximum of 12 guests, ensuring privacy, deep immersion, and low environmental impact during every voyage.
These Arctic trips are designed around wildlife encounters, photography, flexible shore landings and expert-led exploration from start to finish.
1. Svalbard Autumn Photo Tour
Led by Piet van den Bemd – from £13,900 per person
Dates: 25 August – 4 September 2025
Late-season Svalbard delivers spectacular colours and light. It’s a paradise for landscape and wildlife photographers alike.
The 11-day expedition is led by renowned polar guide and photographer Piet van den Bemd.
Piet is known for his adventurous spirit, patient teaching, and detailed approach to helping guests improve their photography.
Expect cascading waterfalls, vast glaciers, Arctic wildlife, and intimate group lessons while exploring Svalbard aboard the expedition vessel Vikingfjord.
Included in the price:
- Expert guides and photography tuition
- Full board (meals, drinks with dinner, bedding, towels)
- Rubber boots for landings
- Transfers to/from ship
- Experienced polar crew
This small-group experience allows guests to explore Svalbard at their own pace with real time to engage and reflect.
2. Northeast Greenland National Park Micro Cruise
From £15,900 per person. Dates: 27 August – 9 September 2025
This 14-day cruise explores two Arctic jewels: Northeast Greenland National Park and the vast Scoresbysund fjord system.
It begins with a private charter flight from Iceland to the remote Greenlandic outpost of Constable Point.
From there, guests join MV Freya, a comfortable expedition ship with viewing decks and spacious cabins.
Expect towering icebergs, ancient glaciers and visits to Greenlandic communities, all led by expert Arctic guides and scientists.
This remote region is rarely visited. You’ll have it nearly to yourself — just your group and the wild Arctic.
Included in the price:
- Exclusive charter flight from Keflavik to Constable Point
- Extra luggage allowance
- Meet and Greet service at Keflavik Airport
- Overnight hotel and dinner on return to Iceland
- All meals, accommodation, guides and transfers
Both Secret Atlas expeditions prioritise real exploration, slow travel, and deep respect for the polar environment.
Unlike traditional cruises, every day is flexible on micro cruise sailings. Routes adapt to wildlife sightings, weather, and ice conditions.
For travellers looking to experience the Arctic without crowds, these are likely the best remaining voyages for 2025.
Secret Atlas limits numbers not for luxury, but for access, authenticity, and real environmental responsibility.