Karl Bushby is a British adventurer and former paratrooper w
Karl Bushby is a British adventurer and former paratrooper who is attempting one of the most ambitious expeditions in modern history — “The Goliath Expedition”.
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🌍 What is The Goliath Expedition?
• Launched in 1998, the goal of the expedition is to walk around the world — literally.
• He began his journey in Punta Arenas, Chile, and aims to walk unbroken, on foot, back to his home in Hull, England.
• The planned route crosses:
• South America
• North America
• Across the Bering Strait (which he successfully crossed on foot in 2006!)
• Through Russia, Central Asia, Europe, and finally back to the UK.
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🚧 Challenges Faced
• Visa issues — especially in Russia, which halted him for years.
• Extreme terrain — deserts, frozen tundras, jungles.
• Financial constraints — as it’s a self-funded mission for most of the journey.
• Physical endurance — walking thousands of kilometers with gear.
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📍 Current Status (as of recent years)
• As of the last updates, Bushby resumed his walk through Russia, after a long hiatus due to visa restrictions and geopolitical challenges.
• He continues to walk his way back toward Western Europe, aiming to complete his journey entirely on foot.
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🔗 Learn More
• Official website: westboundhorizons.com
• Past coverage: BBC, National Geographic, adventure blogs, etc.
https://youtu.be/SThBzxaxwD4?si=0Cn2Tryz8MJZEJQl
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