British adventurer Dave Bell has completed an unassisted, solo transoceanic row across both the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Over the course of 327 days and 16 hours, he covered a distance of 15,500 nautical miles (approximately 28,700 kilometers).
Sea-news.az reports that this was disclosed by TASS.
The 54-year-old former Royal Marine began his journey on November 9, 2025, in Peru and reached the coast near Kilifi, Kenya, on October 2, 2026.
Bell undertook the voyage aboard an 8.3-meter carbon-fiber boat named “Billy No Mates.” In accordance with record-attempt regulations, he was not permitted to step on land or receive any physical assistance from outside sources.
To achieve his goal, Bell rowed for 12 hours every day while handling navigation, meal preparation, and troubleshooting—including repairs—entirely on his own. For instance, he had to repair the boat’s rudder three times during the journey.
“I am so happy to be reunited with my girlfriend, Georgie. I can’t wait to drink a beer, take the longest shower of my life, and sleep in a normal bed,” the adventurer shared.
Alongside his record attempt, which he hopes will be officially recognized, Bell raised over £112,000 for a charity that supports active military personnel, veterans, their families, and emergency services staff experiencing stress and related challenges.
According to earlier reports by The Times, the previous record presumably surpassed by Bell was held by American Jacob Adorama. In 2019, Adorama covered 6,140 nautical miles (11,370 kilometers) from Neah Bay in the United States to a beach near Cairns, Australia.
Adorama spent 335 days, 22 hours, and 30 minutes crossing the Pacific Ocean from east to west.
