Børge Ousland
Awards & Honours
2
Awards Won
3
Honours
1
Rankings
2
Covers
3
Records
Børge Ousland's list of achievements is extraordinary. He was the first to cross Antarctica solo and unsupported, a feat that required 64 days of isolation and physical endurance. His record for the fastest unsupported journey to the South Pole, 34 days, remains untouched. He also completed a winter expedition to the North Pole, a journey that many considered impossible.His honours reflect both national and international recognition. The Polar Medal is one of the highest distinctions in exploration, and the King's Medal of Merit in gold is a rare civilian award in Norway. These accolades underscore his contribution to human knowledge and his role as an ambassador for the polar regions.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Polar Medal
Awarded for outstanding contributions to polar exploration.
King's Medal of Merit in Gold
Awarded for significant contributions to Norwegian society and exploration.
Guinness World Record
Fastest unsupported solo crossing of Antarctica.
Rankings & Lists
Top 10 Adventurers of the Decade
Magazine Covers
National Geographic
1997-06-01
Solo Across Antarctica
Outside
1997-05-01
The Lone Explorer
Records & Feats
First solo, unsupported crossing of Antarctica
Completed a 1,864-mile crossing from the Ronne Ice Shelf to the Ross Ice Shelf in 64 days.
Fastest unsupported journey to the South Pole
Reached the South Pole in 34 days, a record that still stands.
First winter expedition to the North Pole
Completed the first winter expedition to the North Pole with Mike Horn.