THE SECRET SEASONS OF ANTARCTICA

March 2027

Paradise Travel Group, LLC
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Why March Belongs to Those In The Know
In March, Antarctica reveals a side few will ever experience. Whales gather in abundance, twilight skies glow with surreal colors, and the frozen world feels quieter, more intimate. This is the continent’s secret season — a hidden chapter of wonder waiting to be discovered.

WHALE WATCHING AT ITS BEST

March is the peak of Antarctica’s whale season. Humpbacks, minkes, and orcas linger to feed vigorously before migrating north. Here, unforgettable encounters aren’t rare — they’re part of the rhythm of the season.

  • Breaching whales through glassy seas
  • Orcas slicing past zodiacs in tight family pods
  • Bubble-net feeding spectacles — a rare sight in nature

GOLDEN LIGHT & DRAMATIC SKIES

The lowering sun paints the Antarctic landscape in soft golden light and twilight hues. Brilliant sunrises and sunsets wash the ice in oranges, violets, and pinks. Ice formations shift and transform as temperatures cool. On clear nights, the Southern Lights (Aurora Australis) may ripple across the sky, filling it with shimmering greens and purples. It’s a season to pause, breathe, and be moved by beauty — whether through the lens or simply with your own eyes.

PENGUINS & SEALS IN TRANSITION

March offers a captivating finale to the breeding season:

  • Penguin chicks, curious and fearless, taking their first swims in shallow pools
  • Seals resting on ice floes, relaxed and plentiful

THIS SECRET SEASON CALLS TO THOSE WHO SEEK:

  • Wildlife Spectacle — whales, penguins, and seals at their most dynamic
  • Atmospheric Beauty — golden sunsets, shifting ice, and even the Southern Lights
  • Adventure & Value — remarkable experiences with more availability to choose from

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Valid on select new bookings. Guests booking Signature or Concierge Collection suites receive one complimentary amenity; guests booking Reserve Collection suites receive two complimentary amenities. Explorer’s Choice Elevated is valid on new bookings made between April 2–September 30, 2026 on select 2026 Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and Arctic expeditions. Guests selecting the Air Credit amenity will receive a Double Air Credit of up to $3,000 per suite, based on voyage. Reserve Collection suite guests may select one additional amenity in addition to the Double Air Credit. Air Credit is applied as a dollars-off reduction to cruise fare prior to other discounts; guests are responsible for their own air arrangements. Hotel and Land Package amenities are capacity-controlled, subject to availability and itinerary restrictions; Hotel Package is not available within 60 days of departure or on select embarkation ports. Hotel amenity not available on expedition departures from Amsterdam, Casablanca, Dubrovnik, Naples, Kangerlussuaq, Punta Arenas, Reykjavik, Rome, Seville and Venice. Enhanced Unlimited WiFi upgrades the standard inclusion and provides access for up to two devices. Explorer’s Choice and Explorer’s Choice Elevated are combinable with select promotions, including Bonus Savings, Atlas Yacht Club Loyalty Savings, Sail More Save More, and Military Edge Savings where applicable. Not valid on group bookings, charters, transfers, expedition experiences and excursions, insurance, air travel, or pre- and/or post-expedition tours. Fares are in U.S. dollars per guest based on double occupancy, include Bonus Savings, and are valid through September 30, 2026. Fares include Government Taxes and Fees (between $330–$990 per guest – varies by itinerary), which are not eligible for additional discounts. Airfare, shore excursions, and pre- and post-expedition land programs are not included unless otherwise noted. All fares, offers, and inclusions are subject to change or withdrawal at any time without notice. Additional restrictions may apply. Guests may require visas for travel. ©2026 Atlas Ocean Voyages. Ships’ Registry: Portugal.

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