Explorers Grand Slam

The Explorers Grand Slam is the pinnacle of adventure, covering every corner of the globe. This incredible achievement includes reaching both the North and South Poles and climbing the Seven Summits.

Each of these objectives is a remarkable accomplishment on its own, but when combined into one unified challenge, it places you in rare company. The mountains and poles are within reach for adventurers who commit to mastering the necessary skills, follow a logical progression of progressively more difficult peaks, and demonstrate unwavering dedication to the overall goal.

Climbing the Seven Summits and skiing either the Last Degree or full expeditions to both poles may be a long-term journey spanning several years, or we can tailor a custom, condensed timeline to suit your schedule. We will work closely with you to create a personalized progression plan, ensuring you are fully prepared for every step.

With Mountain Professionals, you’ll have access to the best logistics, expert guides, and comprehensive support throughout each of your expeditions, making your Grand Slam journey as smooth and successful as possible.

Excellent mountain guide service! I have skied to the South Pole and climbed Elbrus, Kilimanjaro, Carstensz Pyramid, and Aconcagua with Mountain Professionals.

Paul A. USA

The Premier Grand Slam Guide Service

Mountain Professionals is uniquely positioned to organize and lead Explorers Grand Slam expeditions.

Founder and Director Ryan Waters is the first American and one of only 12 people in the world to complete the Grand Slam, including the full-length, unsupported/unassisted expeditions to both the North and South Poles. Widely regarded as the premier polar and high-altitude guide in the world, Ryan has summited various Seven Summits peaks approximately 60 times, including seven ascents of Mt. Everest. He also holds world records for Arctic and Antarctic Polar Ski trips.

Ryan’s polar ski expeditions include the first unsupported/unassisted ski traverse of the Antarctic landmass, from the South Pole to the Ross Ice Shelf, covering 1,000 nautical miles over 70 days. He has also successfully guided two unsupported South Pole trips starting from the coast and skied unsupported/unassisted from land to the North Pole, completing 490 nautical miles in 53 days.

With Ryan Waters and our team of highly qualified guides, you’ll have the expertise and experience necessary to navigate your journey from the first inquiry all the way to the summit of Mt. Everest and the Poles, ensuring a world-class, safe, and successful expedition.

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The Grand Slam

I started on mountain climbing by doing a trekking in Nepal 10 years ago with the Mountain Professionals Team. They helped me discover my passion for the mountains and after that I started climbing. I have accomplished climbing the 7 Summits, 6 of them with Mountain Professionals and the guide Ryan Waters, including the Everest. Security, dedication, knowledge and infra-structure, this is their specialty. Thank you Mountain Professionals, you make dreams come true!

Gilberto T. Brazil