
Ski South Pole - Axel Heiberg
In the Footsteps of Amundsen
Test your limits on an extreme expedition marked by deep snow, steep climbs, and complex route-finding. Traverse the same terrain Amundsen discovered more than 100 years ago. Climb the steep Axel Heiberg Glacier, bounded by majestic peaks on both sides, and navigate your way around the infamous maze of crevasses known as the Devil’s Ballroom.
While Amundsen traveled by dog sled, you’ll travel by ski for 7-10 hours a day and pull your own sled, weighing 132-177 lb (60-80 kg). The challenges continue on the polar plateau where elevations reach almost 10,500 ft (3200 m) and temperatures plummet.
You’ll experience all types of weather, facing constant winds, fields of sastrugi, and white-out conditions. The rewards for completing the Axel Heiberg route are tangible as you reach the Geographic South Pole and follow in the footsteps of Antarctica’s great explorers.
48-DAY ITINERARY
Day 1
- Fly to Union Glacier, Antarctica
- Receive a welcome tour and get comfortable in your beautiful Antarctic basecamp.
Day 2-4
- Acclimate to Antarctic conditions and brush up on skills
- Fine tune gear and equipment with oversight from your guide
Day 5-14
- Depart for Axel Heiberg Glacier
- Ski across Axel Heiberg
Day 15-46
- Ski the polar plateau to the South Pole
Day 47
- Arrive at South Pole
- Camp at the South Pole before flight back to Union Glacier
Day 48
- Return to Union Glacier
- Enjoy a celebratory event to mark your memorable Antarctic experience.
Day 49
- Return to Chile
About The Ski South Pole – Axel Heiberg Camps
Crafted for the extremes, our Antarctic camps are a testament to precision engineering and logistical mastery. Whether you’re staying at Union Glacier Camp nestled by Mount Rossman, or traveling to one of our remote camps, each site is powered by renewable energy systems and supported by expert field staff trained in polar operations. Refined with our nearly half a century of experience in the interior of Antarctica, our camps are optimized for safety, sustainability, and a once-in-a-lifetime immersive experience.
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All about the south pole
At ALE’s South Pole Camp, extreme conditions meet exceptional hospitality. Guests unwind in heated, double-walled sleeping tents designed to keep you warm no matter what is happening outside. The dedicated dining and lounge areas offer hearty meals, hot beverages, and a cozy spot to share stories from the ice—proving that even at the southernmost point on Earth, comfort doesn’t have to be compromised.