Ayuka Kawakami
The Antarctic Coast to the South Pole 2026
60 days. 1400 km. Alone.
Expedition Ice Blossom: Skiing Solo from The Antarctic Coast to the South Pole in 2026
In the winter of 2026, I will set out for a 1400km/870 miles sled hauling cross-country ski journey from the Antarctic Coast, Gould Bay to the South Pole alone, taking the historical Berkner Route. It is expected to take up to 65 days.
So what’s my story?
Hire Ayuka as a speaker
Inspire and motivate your team by booking Ayuka Kawakami for a speaking engagement to talk about topics such as:
- Finding motivation when you’re at your lowest point
- Calculated Risk vs. Recklessness
- Creative problem-solving under pressure
- Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, and Adapting to Change
- The Discomfort of Failure Over the Pain of Regret
- Resilience and Overcoming Adversity
- Managing fear and self-doubt
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