01/01/2024
Marathon Adventures was deeply saddened to learn of Alejo Contreras's passing. Alejo partnered with us in Antarctica helping us host our White Continent Marathon event beginning in 2013.
Alejo was a true Adventurer. He was the first to ski the last degree (89 degrees south latitude to the south pole). He was the first Chilean to climb Mt. Vinson (the highest peak in Antarctica). He loved Antarctica and everything Antarctica represents -- freedom, solitude, adventure, peace.
To honor Alejo's memory we are pleased to name our White Continent Triathlon in his memory. The White Continent Triathlon is the first ever competitive Swim, Bike, Run event to be hosted in Antarctica. Alejo was a huge supporter of this event and helped Marathon Adventures plan for the event at its inception back in 2019.
It only makes sense to honor Alejo's first in history adventurer spirit by including his name in our first of its kind event - The White Continent Triathlon-- In Honor of Alejo Contreras.