Philippa Ross

Philippa Ross is the great-great-great-granddaughter of Sir James Clark Ross, the renowned polar explorer who discovered the North Magnetic Pole in 1831 and the Ross Sea region in Antarctica in 1841. Inheriting his pioneering spirit, Philippa is driven by an insatiable curiosity to explore the interconnected forces that shape the wellbeing of people and the planet.

With a background in Psychology and extensive experience as a mentor, Philippa empowers individuals to chart their course in life by tuning into their internal compass, or what she calls the “Greater Personal Self” (GPS). Her mission is to inspire others to steer their lives True North, making sovereign and sustainable choices that positively impact both humanity and the environment.

As an Ambassador for Antarctica, Philippa played a part in the successful campaign to protect the Ross Sea, the last intact marine ecosystem on Earth. She is also the creator of the “Waste Not, Want Not” podcast, where she interviews global changemakers who are maximizing human potential while minimizing environmental waste.

Adopting her “less is more” philosophy, Philippa has downsized into a tiny home she built herself, continuing to lead by example as a speaker, writer, and energy healer dedicated to creating meaningful change.

Philippa Ross will be a Special Guest on our Ross Sea Odyssey voyage, departing 16 January 2026.