Archaeological discoveries

What explorer are still alive today?

As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, there are no known living explorers in the classical sense of the term. Classical explorers were often individuals who made significant geographical discoveries or ventured into uncharted territories. Most famous explorers lived and had their significant explorations from the 15th to the early 20th centuries.

Exploration continued in various disciplines and fields, but expeditions and discoveries are now predominantly led by teams or specialized individuals, such as scientists, astronauts, mountaineers, or deep-sea explorers. It would be appropriate to research recent notable achievements in specific fields (like polar expeditions, ocean exploration, or space explorations) to learn about contemporary figures involved in those ventures.