Visiting The North Pole
Whether it’s travelling due north by icebreaker or flying in by helicopter on an express trip, to reach 90 degrees north is a dream shared by many, but achieved by very few. …
North Pole
What is it?
The northernmost point on earth. The geographic North Pole is the point at which the Earth's axis of rotation meets the surface, in the centre of the Arctic Ocean. Visitors here will be treading in the footsteps of just a very few lucky explorers, and will earn the ultimate bragging rights.
How can I see it?
To get to the geographic North Pole you can board a nuclear powered ice-breaker, fly in on a helicopter or take part in a hauled-sled expedition. Getting there is a huge part of the experience!
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Photos of North Pole
Our very own Loli at the North Pole
Marking out the Pole is something of a tradition
Exploring the North Pole
Take a helicopter flight over the ice floe
Your icebreaker 'parked' at the North Pole
50 Years of Victory at the North Pole
View of the ice from the 50 Years of Victory
50 Years of Victory sails through the thick Arctic ice
Map of North Pole
Nearby landmarks
Trips that visit North Pole
Brandon says
Nothing gets you places quite like a snowmobile, traverse frozen fjords, pristine snowfields and climb mountains to reach amazing view points. They are a fun and accessible way to explore almost anywhere.
Brandon Hagg Polar Specialist
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