the expedition
november
2024
A world-first journey to conquer the tallest peak in Antarctica from the sea.
Where the human spirit meets the ultimate frontier, this expedition will achieve something no one has done before, summiting the tallest mountain in Antarctica from the sea
- 1,000KM ski from inner coast to Mt. Vinson and back (45days)
- 4,892mt of climbing to the summit of Mt. Vinson (5 days)
“Unguided and Unsupported, This expedition will forge a new path, set a new record, and traverse an unexplored part of Antarctica”
45-60 days
of unsupported ski touring
10 days
to climb Mount Vinson
THE ROUTE
1,200km from North Berkner to Vinson base camp
WHERE?
Antarctica - Berkner Island to Vinson Massif
ABOUT US
James MCALLOON
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Climbed tallest peak in South America from sea, Mt. Aconcagua – unguided and unsupported
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Fastest Australian team to ski across Greenland Icecap, 20 day – unguided and unsupported
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Walked 5,100km unsupported across the Australian outback
§ Spent years climbing in Patagonia, NZ, and North America. -
Sea2Summit: Mt. Kosciuszko - first person to hike fully self
supported from sea to top of Mt Kosciuszko -
Sea2Summit: Tanga, Tanzania to Kilimanjaro - second person
and first Aussie to walk/run solo from the ocean to top of Mt.
Kilimanjaro -
Career in Polar tourism
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Deep understanding of Antarctica
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2x Author
HENK MORGANs
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Climbed tallest peak in South America from sea, Mt. Aconcagua -unguided and unsupported
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Fastest Australian team to ski across Greenland Icecap, 20 day – unguided and unsupported
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World record for summiting the highest mountain in each state or territory of Australia in the quickest continuous time. Known as the Aussie eight.
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Record holder for fastest times up Mt Barney, QLD, a 17.5km, grade 5 constant, strenuous climb. It traverses sections of very steep ridges and involves several climbs.
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Mount Lindsay, Beerwah and Tibrogargan
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First person to climb 'Lost Boys', Mount Warning
(Wollumbin Shield), in one day. Australia’s longest rock climbing route. -
Documentary Finding Jon Stewart: the expedition to find a deceased relative who perished in 1956 on Federation Peak, the most remote and difficult mountain hiking area in Australia, the Western Arthurs of Tasmania.
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Represented Australia in tree climbing competitions
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Australian record for foot locking (free hanging rope 15m high - fastest to the top wins): 14.2 seconds.
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Paddling 238km on Brisbane River from Somerset to West End in 1 week.
sUPPORTING
CLIMATE SCIENCE
Inaccessible until now, our journey will pass through 1,200km of the Ronne Ice shelf, one of the most crucial areas for climate research and understanding impacts of global warming.
To help pioneer a sustainable future, we will work with Dr Wolfgang Ruck of the University of Canterbury, the the world’s foremost expert of sea ice. We will collect project-based data that helps to better understand Antarctica’s changing climate and its effect on the world. This includes:
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Barometric Pressure Readings
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Temperature
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Precipitation, Moisture and Wind § Ice Shelf Surface Measurements § Snow Carbon
SPONSORS
Seize the moment—be part of history! By sponsoring our upcoming expedition, you have the unique opportunity to showcase your brand to a diverse and engaged global audience.
Don’t miss this chance to elevate your brand while supporting an incredible cause. Contact us now to secure your sponsorship and join us in making history. Act fast—limited spots available!
