There is a tradition in the Antarctic, called the Polar Plunge, and it is not for the fainthearted. The Polar Plunge is where you jump into the minus 1 degree water of the southern ocean.

On this trip Peter and a few others decided to take the plunge.

A safe site is selected where people can jump off the ice into the sea. A rope is placed in the water for people to haul themselves out in case they need to. A diver with a full dry suit or wet suit for Antarctic conditions is in the water waiting to help anyone who might need it.

All ‘jumpers’ are advised to jump in with basic swimmers so that they can get dressed quickly afterwards. Dry towels and a dry area just on the ice is prepared for the ‘jumpers’.

Once they have made the plunge they are advised to get dressed quickly.