Ski Mountaineering Adventures in Antarctica
beyond the backcountry ...
Ski Mountaineering Adventures in Antarctica
beyond the backcountry ...
Why Ski in Antarctica?
Spectacular Scenery
Skiing in Antarctica is quite simply spectacular. There is something for everyone, from gentle slopes to steep faces, from established classics to first descents. You can undertake day-trips from the comfort of the yacht, or embark on a multi-day tent-based adventure.
Freedom!
Expedition yachts provide the ultimate freedom to truly explore Antarctica. A comfortable expedition yacht is the perfect base for ski mountaineering, providing the flexibility to tailor your trip according to your desires and abilities.
We have the backcountry and the mountains to ourselves, and we reach places that are not accessible to larger vessels. And we can go where we want, when we want, and for as long as we want.
Explore by Kayak
To add to the adventure, we provide sea kayaks (and the necessary equipment and drysuits) to our guests for no extra charge! Kayaking in Antarctica - it's the perfect way to spend a rest-day or to unwind after a hard day's ski mountaineering!
Real Adventure!
Many people venture into the back-country. We take you beyond the backcountry. We take you to the wildest and most spectacular place on earth. And then we ski there.
Want to know what our adventures are really like? Have a read through our questions & answers.
Where do we ski?
Antarctic Peninsula
The Patagonian Fjords
Antarctic Peninsula
The most easily accessed area of Antarctica, with mountains rising to almost 3000m and heavy snowfall, the Antarctic Peninsula offers the best backcountry skiing on the continent. Add to this the abundance of penguins, whales and seals...
South Georgia
The Patagonian Fjords
Antarctic Peninsula
Immortalised by Sir Ernest Shackleton famous crossing in 1917, the mountains of this breathtaking island rise straight from the sea to 2935m. Home to hundreds of thousands of King penguins, this is a truly unique ski destination.
The Patagonian Fjords
The Patagonian Fjords
The Patagonian Fjords
The Patagonian fjords of Chile are one of world's last great wildernesses. Without needing to cross the open sea. they are remarkably easy to access by yacht, but notoriously difficult any other way! You will need a thirst for adventure to ski here!
Meet the Team
Phil (Expedition Leader)
Cath (Owner and Skipper of Icebird)
Cath (Owner and Skipper of Icebird)
Phil organises and leads our ski mountaineering trips, sea kayaking and backcountry operations. With over 2 decades of leading skiing and mountaineering expeditions in Antarctica, his Antarctic experience is unrivalled.
Cath (Owner and Skipper of Icebird)
Cath (Owner and Skipper of Icebird)
Cath (Owner and Skipper of Icebird)
Cath is the owner and skipper of Icebird. Having skippered charter yachts to Antarctica for almost two decades, plus a wealth of other impressive sailing adventures, she is one of the most experienced and respected skippers operating in Antarctica.
Oli (Skipper)
Cath (Owner and Skipper of Icebird)
Oli (Skipper)
Oli is our second skipper. Not only a skipper in Antarctica, he is also a professional sailing instructor, and has sailed and raced yachts extensively around the world. As a climber and mountain rescue team member, his skills and knowledge are invaluable for Antarctic operations. MORE...