Secret Atlas announces the smallest group Antarctica micro cruises
Secret Atlas has launched the smallest group sizes ever offered to Antarctica and South Georgia with departures starting from October 2026.
They have a maximum of just 42 guests for journeys to Antarctica and South Georgia.
Secret Atlas’ micro cruises prioritise authentic, small-group exploration with flexible itineraries adapted to wildlife sightings.
They reach remote, hidden locations and explore places inaccessible to larger ships.
Combining an exclusive Fly-Cruise from Puerto Natales with a two- and half-hour charter flight over the Drake Passage to King George Island, Secret Atlas is also the only company offering Expedition Micro Cruises from this remote Patagonian town.
Surrounded by the Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it’s an integral part of the journey.
Sailing aboard MV Polar Athena, an ice-strengthened expedition vessel, guests experience the best of both worlds: safe navigation through heavy pack ice paired with modern comforts.
Guests enjoy ensuite cabins, a stylish lounge, restaurant, sauna, and hot tub.
With only 42 guests, it’s the best chance of seeing Antarctica and South Georgia’s wildlife in their natural habitat, the cruise line says.
This includes Gentoo penguins, elephant seals, orcas and humpback whales.
Highlight itineraries include the 10-day Antarctic Spring Micro Fly Cruise with four departures in December 2026 available from £14,995 per person and the 9-day Antarctic Spring Micro Fly Cruise – Sail One Way with five departures in November and December from £11,995 per person.
Secret Atlas will also be offering a 16-day South Georgia & Antarctica Spring Micro Fly Cruise with two departures in November 2026 available from £19,495 per person.
Both the 2026/27 and 2027/28 seasons are now open for reservations, available to FIT explorers, private groups and full charters.
With only 42 places per voyage, it highly recommends early bookings to secure a spot.
Michele D’Agostino, Co-Founder of Secret Atlas said, “At Secret Atlas we’ve built our entire philosophy around Expedition Micro Cruises—because we believe the polar regions deserve to be explored slowly, respectfully, and in the smallest groups possible.”
“We’re offering something that larger ships simply cannot: more time ashore, more space in zodiacs, and genuine freedom to follow wildlife and weather conditions as they unfold.”
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