Category: Open Water

One man. One epic mission. One clear message to end bottom trawling.Follow ultra-distance swimmer Jono Ridler’s unprecedented staged swim world record attempt from the very tip of Aotearoa New Zealand – from Waikuku Beach, North Cape down the entire east coast of the North Island to Wellington. In Episode 4, Jono faces the challenge of…

This next episode takes you inside the epic mission and shows his swim through of the iconic Motu Kōkako Hole in the Rock. It covers a week where Jono ramped up the kilometres, including two-swim days and his longest single swim leg. We also see him exit the water under the shark sighting protocol.

Swim Dip Chill is a six-day women’s wild swimming retreat set in the rivers, lakes, and turquoise coves of southwest Türkiye. Days unfold on the water — swimming, sailing, and resting — with yoga, nourishing food, and space to slow right down. Based at a peaceful riverside guesthouse near Dalyan, this escape is designed for…

Former Navy diver Chief Petty Officer Ashley Semmens created history by becoming the first person to swim the English Channel on his back using only fins. He completed the world-first challenge in June, battling strong tides and icy waters to cross the channel in less than 12 hours, raising money to support veterans’ mental health.