The journey began in Poland on December 9 and is set to culminate at the North Pole, aiming to address pressing global issues and explore questions about human nature and technology.
Journey from one pole to the other
Pointing to the South Pole on the horizon, Kamiński said this was not the end of his journey, but the beginning of the Pole 2 Pole expedition - a journey from one end of the Earth to the other.
As part of the expedition, he is covering around 10–12 kilometres each day.
Public figures send messages of support
“You’ll manage, this is an amazing experience - just make sure you come back safe and sound,” cheered Jan Mela to the explorers just before they reached their goal.
Among those supporting them were several well-known figures from Polish culture, politics and sport, including boxer and kickboxer Przemysław Saleta.
“The most important thing is that you inspire others and share your passion with everyone watching your achievement. You show that any obstacle or border can be overcome if you have the drive,” said actor Rafał Zawierucha, who portrayed Roman Polanski in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
“Dear Marek and Kay - keep it up, don’t give up, and may the Force be with you,” said left-wing politician Joanna Senyszyn, a candidate for the Polish presidency in 2025, referencing the iconic Star Wars catchphrase.
Kamiński completes fourth South Pole expedition, this time with his son
This marks Kamiński’s fourth expedition to the South Pole. He previously reached it twice alone, and on his third visit he was joined by fellow explorers Wojciech Ostrowski and Jan Mela, who became the first person with a disability to reach the pole.
31 grudnia o godzinie 3:30 czasu polskiego Marek i Kay Kamińscy zdobyli Biegun Południowy / dotarli na Biegun...
Opublikowany przez Marek Kaminski Środa, 31 grudnia 2025
Kamiński first made history in 1995 by becoming the first person to reach both the North and South Poles without external assistance.
Thirty years later, at the age of 61, he returned to the South Pole, this time accompanied by his 18-year-old son, who recently completed his secondary education.
From the South Pole, Kay Kamiński will return to the Union Glacier base in Antarctica, then travel to Punta Arenas in Chile, before making his way back to Poland. His father, meanwhile, will begin his return journey to Hercules Inlet, using a kite for propulsion.
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Source: Polish Radio English Servie/IAR/Facebook/MarekKaminskiExplorerPL