The story of Ernest Shackleton and his expedition to the South Pole is best known as a tale of hardship and survival. After shipwrecking his crew had to stay on the small elephant island and wait for help. The rescue of his crew made Shackleton a legend. 100 years later a mixed crew of adventurers, sportsmen and scientists trace Shackletons steps. They visit the small Antarctic islands at the coast of the pole to sail, ski and walk in the harsh conditions of this hostile and yet beautiful environment.