Welcome to our special feature on some of the most daring Arctic explorers in history. From early voyages to modern expeditions, explore the stories of courage and discovery in the frozen north.
Roald Amundsen was a Norwegian explorer, known for leading the first expedition to traverse the Northwest Passage by sea from 1903 to 1906, and as the first person to reach the South Pole in 1911. Learn more about Amundsen →
An inspiring Norwegian polymath, Nansen led the first crossing of Greenland's interior in 1888 and achieved the northernmost latitude of any Arctic expedition in 1895. Discover Nansen's journey →
Robert Peary was an American explorer who claimed to have reached the geographic North Pole in 1909, a feat that is still disputed today. Explore Peary's adventures →