UK based micro expedition cruise specialist, Secret Atlas invites post-pandemic travelers on an intimate adventure to the Norwegian Arctic with an extraordinary voyage selection and exclusive booking offer until December 31st, 2020.
Exploring the Svalbard Archipelago on-board a 12-passengers purposed built small expedition vessel is ideal for today’s adventurers that want to safely travel in a small group and immerse into a natural environment and destination away from crowds and chaos.
Secret Atlas’ micro-cruises provide the best “bubble travel” experience that can be found in the industry. Cruising on-board the elegant M/V Togo, an ice-strengthen custom-build 102ft/31m expedition motor vessel is an adventure in itself and adds to the intimate and immersive nature of a micro-cruising practice.
Svalbard is a magical destination situated 800 miles from the North Pole. It is known to host the largest population of polar bears on earth and a paradise for nature lovers wanting to witness Arctic wildlife such as Svalbard reindeer, Arctic fox, walruses, and various species of seals, whales and Arctic sea birds in their natural habitat.
Secret Atlas operates a worry-free travel experience with the highest safety and service standard in the industry (1:6 guide to passenger ratio). Some travelers may opt for the convenient charter option and have a private expedition with family members and/or preferred traveling companions. Exploring one of the most pristine environments on earth in the company of like-minded travelers and loved ones at this time of history can greatly impact and leave long-lasting memories. It surely deepens travelers’ appreciation for Polar Regions and creates ambassadors for the preservation and protection of the planet and ocean.
Secret Atlas’ voyages are highly educational and guided by seasoned expedition leaders and experts on many subjects such as geology, glaciology, geography, ocean health, marine biology and polar history. These knowledgeable guides take Secret Atlas’ guests on daily shore excursions to various landing sites and historical settlements. They also lead interpretive walks or simply let guests rest and take in the transformative beauty and silence of the serene Arctic environment. Throughout the day guests get to experience a warm and friendly atmosphere and enjoy delicious locally sourced food and meals prepared by Secret Atlas’s talented traveling chef.
“We know our micro-expedition experience is perfect for the times. It’s the kind of escape travelers crave after the challenges and limitations 2020 brought upon us”, says Michele D’Agostino, Secret Atlas’s Co-Founder. “We believe in the power of slow travel and human connections, and thrive to provide our guests the service and safety they want and deserve”, added D’Agostino.
Secret Atlas’s 2021/22 Arctic cruise season opens with a diverse collection of micro-cruise expeditions of 7 to 15+ days that take place from mid-April to September. The early Arctic season voyages offer breath-taking perspectives of the frozen shores and winter wonderland landscapes, as well as rare wildlife viewing opportunities. The peak summer voyages are particularly pleasing to photographers, birders, and wildlife enthusiasts as guests get to enjoy an additional 12-hours of light to splurge in the breath-taking beauty and active wildlife of the Arctic summer.
The 2021/22 season inaugural voyage is April 13-23, Bear Island and Svalbard Explorer, followed by Frozen Svalbard, May 10-17. Secret Atlas operates a dreamy micro-cruise season for amateur photographers and wildlife lovers with the introduction of two spectacular photo cruises, the Frozen Svalbard Photography Tour, April 25-May 2 led by an award-winner British expedition and marine photographer, Rick Tomlinson, and the Natural Svalbard Photography Tour, May 27-June 4 led by Canadian environmentalist and popular wildlife and nature photographer, Chase Teron.
There are also three departures of the popular 9-days cruise, Natural Wonders of Svalbard, June 4-12, July 4-12, and August 5-13, 2021.
The longest and one of the most exclusive micro-cruises in Secret Atlas’ collection is July 12-26 with the exclusive 15-day Svalbard Pioneer Expedition Cruise-A Circumnavigation of Spitsbergen. The immersive exploration of the scenic Spitsbergen archipelago is a truly memorable experience on-board Secret Atlas’ small expedition vessel the M/V Togo that can access spectacular narrow waterways, and inlets that can’t be reached by larger cruise ships. Another reason to join the memorable Circumnavigation is the legendary expedition leader, Andreas Umbreit. The intrepid German adventurer, travel book author and charismatic storyteller has 30-years of polar expedition experience under his belt and is known as Svalbard’s most knowledgeable expedition leader.
Secret Atlas’s pricing is competitive in the industry. It starts from USD 5,500, €5,000, or £4,300 for an 8-day voyage in single with shared facilities occupancy, and include overnight accommodation, all meals, snacks, and land excursions. Air travel is excluded.
Secret Atlas is extending a special rebate of 500 Euros or USD 500 until December 31st, 2020.
Space is limited so hurry and treat yourself and your family to the best Christmas and travel adventure ever!
Group rate for private tailor-made Svalbard expedition micro-cruise is available upon request.
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