Seasons
matter

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Early season -
November to mid-December

Advantages

Landing areas are still pristine because they have not yet been trundled on by thousands of tourists.

Iceberg and icescape shapes are at their dramatic best.

Usually, cruise fares are lower and discounts are higher.

Cruises are less likely to be sold out and, therefore, will be less crowded.

Drawbacks

Sea ice may not have sufficiently melted, making some landings inaccessible.

Weather is colder and seas are somewhat rougher.

There are fewer daylight hours for sightseeing.

You see less wildlife activity, from ship and on shore.

The above pluses and minuses are more pronounced in November.

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