What if solo travel didn’t have to mean traveling alone? For travelers seeking the freedom of solo exploration without the isolation that can sometimes accompany it, a journey to the Arctic with Secret Atlas brings a rare balance of independence and connection. Aboard the company’s Expedition Micro Cruises, at a scale of just 12 guests, every landing, Zodiac excursion and wildlife sighting is shared, creating natural connections from shared experiences.
Newly offered on Secret Atlas’ ship, Freya, Secret Atlas has expanded the single cabin offerings, allowing as many as six of 12 independent explorers on select expeditions. Solo travelers can enjoy the comfort of their own private space, and with as many as half the ship traveling solo, the onboard atmosphere feels naturally balanced and like-minded. With such a small group, the expedition immediately feels natural, with shared meals, shared landings and shared excitement, so no one ever feels like the odd one out. Guided by a highly experienced expedition team, itineraries remain adaptive to real-time conditions such as weather, wildlife activity, light, and shifting ice. With only 12 guests onboard, there’s no need to stagger shore landings or rotate through activities; everyone experiences each excursion together, without wait times or logistical trade-offs. Aboard Freya, Secret Atlas also introduced a new 24/7 open-bridge policy, where guests can step in at any time to watch decisions unfold alongside the captain, offering a front-row seat to the polar world as it changes.
