Karl Bushby returns home to northern England after a 28-year, 31,000-mile walk around the world

Karl Bushby, a British adventurer who has been walking around the world for nearly three decades, is set to complete his 31,000-mile journey on Monday. He will conclude his trek at the house where he grew up in Hull, his home city.

Bushby's 28-year voyage has taken him through jungles in Central America, across the ice between Alaska and Russia, and most recently, he swam across the English Channel. The 57-year-old has navigated through deserts, Arctic regions, and various countries, including Mongolia, China, and Europe.

Throughout his journey, Bushby has faced numerous challenges, such as a stint in prison in Panama, gunpoint encounters in Mexico, and detention by Russian authorities. He has also encountered bureaucratic hurdles, including delays due to the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Bushby told the Telegraph newspaper that these 21st-century obstacles have been just as significant as the environmental challenges he's faced.

Despite the hardships, Bushby remains undeterred. He has only spent around 15 of the 28 years actually walking, spending time in Mexico to handle visas, logistics, and sponsorships. A documentary detailing his journey is currently in production, and Bushby plans to embark on a speaking tour across England in the coming weeks.