Antarctica · Region
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Reviewed by Blake Penson, Expedition Advisor. Two decades in the mountains, the Seven Summits, two Everest expeditions.
Last reviewed 9 October 2026
Ordered by each guide's verified reviews in Antarctica: the star rating, adjusted so one or two reviews, or only old ones, count for less than many recent ones. Ties go to the guide with more reviews in Antarctica. ERTI reflects a company's trustworthiness, reputation and ratings across the industry, and more. Out of 5, built from reviews we verify and many other factors. Not a rating for this place.
ERTI 4.90 overall
Based in United States
★ 4.5 · 7 reviews in Antarctica · Last review: Feb 2024
Reviewed for: Vinson Massif (7)
ERTI 4.11 overall
Based in United States
★ 4.9 · 4 reviews in Antarctica · Last review: Jan 2020
Reviewed for: Vinson Massif (4)
ERTI 4.76 overall
Based in Austria
★ 4.6 · 2 reviews in Antarctica · Last review: Feb 2023
Reviewed for: Vinson Massif (2)
ERTI 4.39 overall · Unclaimed
Based in United States
★ 4.8 · 1 review in Antarctica · Last review: Apr 2019
Reviewed for: Vinson Massif (1)
ERTI 3.40 overall · Unclaimed
Based in United States
★ 4.0 · 1 review in Antarctica · Last review: Jan 2020
Reviewed for: Vinson Massif (1)
ERTI 3.40 overall · Unclaimed
★ 4.0 · 1 review in Antarctica · Last review: Oct 2021
Reviewed for: Vinson Massif (1)
| # | Operator | Stars here | Reviews | Latest review | Safety | Value | Food | Team spirit | Camps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Climbing The Seven Summits | 4.5★ | 7 | February 2024 | 4.6 | 4.9 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.3 |
| 2 | Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions ALE | 4.9★ | 4 | January 2020 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.8 | 5.0 |
| 3 | Furtenbach Adventures | 4.6★ | 2 | February 2023 | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 4.5 |
| 4 | IMG International Mountain Guides Unclaimed | 4.8★ | 1 | April 2019 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 5 | AAI (Alpine Ascents International) Unclaimed | 4.0★ | 1 | January 2020 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| 6 | Laserer Alpin Unclaimed | 4.0★ | 1 | October 2021 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 3.0 |
Counted by matching keywords in the 16 reviews for this region; a review counts once per theme.
Climbing The Seven Summits
Vinson Massif · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
Our guides, Robert Jantzen and Tomi Ceppi were amazing and did everything in their power to take care of the team and get everyone safely to Vinson summit and back. I had excellent support starting with Caroline who went above and beyond to qualify me for this climb that I…
By Ed R.
Climbing The Seven Summits
Vinson Massif · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
Everything about the expedition was spot on. It started with thorough information given both on CTSS webside and through emails. I really appreciated last minute info and check-in about a month and another one a week before departure. The guides Tomi Ceppi and Robert Jantzen…
By Anna K.
Furtenbach Adventures
Vinson Massif · Rated 4.8/5 · Reviewed
Really a lifetime experience, great team and guides, safety first! Kurt
By Kurt H.
Furtenbach Adventures
Vinson Massif · Rated 4.4/5 · Reviewed
I visited Antarctica and climbed Mt Vinson with Furtenbach adventures in 2023. A long lasting dream came true ! I've always wanted to go to the moon or even to Mars. To go where only few have gone, expand my horizons, challenge myself and make the impossible possible. Mt…
By Dennis V.
Climbing The Seven Summits
Vinson Massif · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
Climbing Vinson with Mike and the Team was a dream, I cannot thank you guys enough for allowing me to be part of such an adventure. My favorite part was everything between arriving in Punta Arenas and leaving it again. Everything in between was just great. I travelled a lot in…
By Holger M.
Climbing The Seven Summits
Vinson Massif · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
Climbing Vinson Massif with CTSS was a great adventure and expedition with CTSS. This is my 4th of the seven summits and this trip was ran very well. Mike and Caroline did a great job and helped me through some COVID paper work issues at the beginning of the trip. Having been on…
By Jared M.
Climbing The Seven Summits
Vinson Massif · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I climbed Mount Vinson in Antarctica with CTSS. Their leadership was outstanding. Not only did they help me in any possible way during my months of preparation with tips and all necessary paperwork, they continued showing and executing their professionalism on the mountain as…
By Arnaud D.
Climbing The Seven Summits
Vinson Massif · Rated 4.6/5 · Reviewed
Great Vinson expedition to complete my 7S. I know the guides from previous expeditions. Their professionalism, camaraderie and teamwork made all the difference in our success and positive experience.
By PS S.
Laserer Alpin (Unclaimed)
Vinson Massif · Rated 4/5 · Reviewed
I have been part of the Laserer 2015 Mt. Vinson expedition and had a great experience. Johannes was the guide. Everything was well organized and went smoothly. We were very lucky with weather and returned to Vinson BC only a little more than a week. Excellent team and…
By Markus A.
Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions ALE
Vinson Massif · Rated 4.6/5 · Reviewed
From day one this was a perfect trip. Meeting my teammates for the team dinner was something special. After that I learned so much from the experienced guides and rangers on the mountain. Of course also my teammates who climbed the other 6 summits could tell me a lot. But what a…
By 7 Summits 1.
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As of 22 October 2026, 6 operators have 16 verified client reviews in Antarctica across 1 place on ExpedReview.
Climbing The Seven Summits is ranked first, with 4.5★ from 7 reviews (latest February 2024). The ranking is built from verified client reviews in Antarctica, and recent reviews count more.
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The latest verified review in Antarctica is from February 2024.