Pakistani climber Samina Baig has successfully skied to the South Pole, marking a historic first achievement for her country. Baig, who was part of an international team arranged by Elite Exped, left Pakistan on December 2 and arrived at Union Glacier on December 6. She completed the South Pole journey on December 14. In a post on her Facebook page, Baig described the achievement as one of the most challenging and meaningful experiences of her life. She highlighted that the ski journey had never been accomplished by any Pakistani before and said it was difficult to put into words. “From standing on the summit of Mount Everest in 2013 to completing the Seven Summits, from climbing K2 and Nanga Parbat to now reaching the South Pole, this journey has taken me across the highest mountains and most remote places on Earth,” Baig wrote. “Each step throughout the journey has instilled in me patience, resilience, and the strength of faith. She conveyed that the journey demanded faith in the vision, maintaining dedication despite doubts, and progressing even when the way appeared unfeasible. Baig expressed hope that her efforts would inspire others, particularly young women, to pursue their dreams. Baig also thanked her community for financially supporting the expedition, as well as her family, team members, Nirmal Purja, and Elite Ex for their emotional support and belief in her. “Carrying the flag of Pakistan and my Ismaili flag across mountains, continents, and polar ice has been the greatest honour of my life. I remain grateful for every opportunity, every lesson, and every person who walked this path with me,” she said.
Pakistani Samina Baig makes history by skiing South Pole
