British adventurer Karl Bushby returns home after 28-year walk around world
British adventurer Karl Bushby has completed a 28-year, 50,000km trek around the world, arriving back at his home in Hull, England. His journey, which began in 1998, involved traveling by foot and non-motorized transport across multiple continents and challenging terrains.
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The completion of the 'Goliath Expedition' marks a significant human endurance achievement, highlighting the challenges of long-term global travel and sponsorship.
The 57-year-old crossed jungles and frozen seas before an emotional homecoming in Hull, northern England.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Surrounded by members of the media and well-wishers, British adventurer Karl Bushby stands with his mother, Angela, outside her terraced house, in his home city of Hull, northeastern England on November 2, 2026, following a 28-year, 50,000km (31,070-mile) trek home from South America [AFP] By Al Jazeera Staff and Reuters Published On 2 Nov 2026 2 Nov 2026 A British adventurer has completed a 28-year walking journey around the world, arriving at his childhood home after travelling some 50,000km (31,070 miles) across jungles, frozen seas and international borders.
Karl Bushby, 57, was embraced by his mother, Angela, outside her terraced house in Hull, northern England, on Monday, beneath a banner reading “Welcome Home Son”.
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