A night at the bottom of the world. For over a century, explorers have dreamed of reaching 90° South — Amundsen, Scott, and Shackleton among them. Today, you can join their ranks, covering in hours what once took months of hardship, and spend a night in one of the most exclusive, remote camps on Earth.
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The Journey South
Your adventure begins in Punta Arenas, Chile. After meeting your team, checking your polar gear, and toasting to the journey ahead, you’ll fly aboard a Boeing 757 to Union Glacier, landing on a blue-ice runway deep in Antarctica. From there, it’s on to Three Glaciers Camp, your base in the Ellsworth Mountains. This will be your home for a few days of exploration while meteorologists track the perfect weather window for the South Pole flight.
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Life at Three Glaciers
Here, surrounded by sweeping glaciers and the continent’s highest peaks, days are tailored to your preferences. You might snowmobile to the turquoise corridor of Charles Peak Windscoop, ski fresh Antarctic powder, trek to panoramic viewpoints, or simply relax with a cup of tea and the hush of polar silence. At night, you’ll sleep in heated, double-walled tents inspired by Shackleton’s Endurance expedition, complete with polar sleeping bags, mattresses, and linens.
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The Flight to 90° South
When the skies align, you’ll board a ski-equipped aircraft for the 4–6 hour flight over the polar plateau. Below, the frozen landscape stretches unbroken to the horizon — sastrugi, crevasse fields, and the jagged Thiel Mountains. Then, a small cluster of buildings comes into view: Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station.
Here, all 360 lines of longitude meet, and beneath your feet, the ice is nearly 10,000 feet thick. You’ll visit both the Geographic and Ceremonial Poles, pose for photographs, and reflect on what it must have felt like to stand here 100 years ago.
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Camping at the Pole
A short ride brings you to South Pole Camp, where heated, full-sized tents keep you sheltered from temperatures around -22°F (-30°C). The atmosphere is more expeditionary than at Three Glaciers, but still comfortable, with gear designed to withstand the world’s harshest climate.
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Accommodations
At Three Glaciers Camp, you’ll enjoy spacious, double-walled tents naturally warmed by the 24-hour sunlight, with interior temperatures ranging from 25°F to 68°F (-4°C to 20°C). Bedding is cozy and warm, perfect for a restful sleep after a day of activity. At the South Pole, accommodations are more minimal but no less memorable — a testament to the adventure itself — with sturdy, heated tents built for the extreme cold and high altitude.
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Dining in the Polar Regions
Meals are a highlight. At Three Glaciers, talented chefs prepare gourmet dishes in a cozy, communal dining space, sourcing fresh and thoughtfully selected ingredients. At the South Pole Camp, you’ll share fresh-frozen meals prepared at Three Glaciers, served in a heated dining tent that doubles as a social hub. Whether it’s a celebratory toast or a hearty breakfast before heading out onto the ice, dining here feels intimate and rewarding.
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Activities
Your time in Antarctica can be as active or relaxed as you like. Options include:
- Snowmobile Adventures to glacial valleys and icefalls
- Ski Touring & Downhill Skiing on untouched slopes
- Fat-Bike or Cross-Country Skiing through groomed trails
- Ice Climbing in turquoise windscoops
- Photography Excursions to capture Antarctica’s geological wonders
- Leisure Time on secluded viewing platforms, reading in the lounge, or attending lectures and films in the evenings
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A Southerly Snooze & the Journey Back
After a night at the most remote camp on Earth, you’ll return to Three Glaciers Retreat, where you’ll receive a certificate commemorating your South Pole Overnight experience. From there, it’s a flight back across the Southern Ocean, carrying memories of an adventure very few have ever known.