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Ocean rower Dave Bell completes 327-day solo journey across Pacific and Indian oceans
Overview
Former Royal Marine Dave "Dinger" Bell from Dorset has arrived in Kilifi, Kenya, after spending 327 days unsupported at sea rowing across the Pacific and Indian oceans. Despite initial balance issues after nearly 11 months without setting foot on land, he is well, has raised £130,000 for the Rock2Recovery charity, and received support from figures including the Prince of Wales.
Key points
- Dave "Dinger" Bell completed a 327-day unsupported row from Peru across the Pacific and Indian oceans, arriving in Kilifi, Kenya.
- He covered more than 15,000 nautical miles (28,000km) during the record-breaking journey.
- Bell initially experienced balance issues upon coming ashore, but was able to walk unassisted by Saturday morning.
- His expedition has raised £130,000 for Rock2Recovery, a charity supporting military and blue light personnel with PTSD.
- He previously rowed across the Atlantic Ocean from New York to Cornwall in 2021.