Since 2021, I’ve completed three solo expeditions in Antarctica and earned four Guinness World Records. It’s a journey I never imagined just four years ago, and my drive came from the unknown—the hope that stepping far outside my comfort zone would inspire others to push their own limits. Now, I’m preparing for my next, and most difficult, challenge: a solo, unsupported expedition to the North Pole.
A Challenge Like No Other
My last expedition took me to the South Pole, a continent of land covered by a colossal ice sheet with a stable, fixed destination. The North Pole is the exact opposite. It’s a vast, constantly moving sheet of sea ice floating over the deep Arctic Ocean. The entire landscape is dynamic, with ice shifting, cracking, and colliding due to ocean currents and wind. This makes a North Pole expedition a fundamentally different and far more dangerous undertaking.
The journey is less than 500 miles, starting from Canada, but the reality of covering that distance is a world away from a simple trek. I will be on a treadmill of frozen water, with every step I take potentially being undone by the drift of the ice. I will have to navigate around leads of open water, which are constantly forming and must be crossed in an immersion suit, and climb over “pressure ridges”—jumbled heaps of ice up to 20 feet high where two sheets have collided. The temperatures can plummet to -50°C, a cold that can cause frostbite in minutes and requires constant vigilance.
Pioneering a Path
Historically, the North Pole has been a graveyard of ambition. For centuries, explorers attempted to reach it, with many dying in the process. Unlike the South Pole, which was first reached by a team of men in 1911, the North Pole’s history is clouded in controversy, with the claims of early explorers like Robert Peary and Frederick Cook widely disputed. It wasn’t until the 1960s that the first indisputable surface expeditions were verified. Only a handful of people have ever completed a solo, unsupported journey to the North Pole. And to this day, no woman has done it.
This is a challenge with a very high chance of failure. The North Pole’s unforgiving environment is a test of a different kind—a battle against an ever-shifting landscape. But I believe it’s vital to try, even when the odds are stacked against us. This expedition is not about conquering a location; it’s about pioneering a path that we don’t know is even possible.
Be Part of the Journey
Funding is one of the most difficult parts of any expedition. If you are able to support me financially, I would be incredibly grateful. This is not just an expedition; it’s a testament to the power of relentless determination and the courage to venture where others haven’t dared. There are two primary ways you can be a part of this journey to make history together and inspire a new generation:
For Individuals: Make a Donation
Every contribution, no matter the size, helps me get one step closer to making history. Your support goes directly toward the vital costs of this expedition, including logistics, equipment, and safety. You can contribute to my journey by donating directly on my official GoFundMe page.
For Companies: Become a Partner
As a proven “global media magnet,” my expeditions have generated significant media value and reached a global audience. I am looking for partners who want to make history with me. By becoming a partner, you can align your brand with the values of resilience, pioneering, and pushing boundaries. Partnership opportunities can include:
- Premium Brand Exposure: Your logo on expedition gear in one of the world’s most dramatic backdrops.
- High-Impact Media Coverage: PR exposure through documentaries, news features, and social media.
- Authentic Storytelling: Co-branded content campaigns that showcase your brand’s values through my journey of resilience and achievement.
I would love for you to be a part of this journey to break a new record and inspire a new generation to aim for their own impossible goals.
If you are interested in partnering, please email me directly at contact@polarpreet.com.