Karl Bushby Completes 28-Year Trek Across Continents

Karl Bushby, a British adventurer, completed his remarkable 28-year journey on November 2, 2026, returning to Hull after trekking 50,000 kilometres from Chile without using any form of transport. He began his odyssey in 1998, adhering to two rules: avoid all transport and not return until the challenge was complete.

Upon his return, he was greeted by a crowd of up to 1,000 people in Hull, where he thanked supporters for their assistance throughout his journey. Bushby faced numerous obstacles, including visa issues and delays due to the 2008 financial crisis and the Covid-19 pandemic.

He resumed his trek from the exact locations where he paused. His journey included traversing the Americas, crossing the Bering Strait, and navigating various terrains.

He swam across the Channel to reach the UK and expressed relief at being back on home soil. Bushby was also accompanied by filmmaker Werner Herzog, who is documenting his journey in a film titled "Walk of Life.".