German photographer David Bosik, 35, continues his global journey launched in 2024, relying primarily on land and sea transport instead of planes, to limit the environmental impact of his travels. He has covered over 90,000 kilometers across all seven continents.
CNN network published a report today, Thursday, about Bosik’s journey, which he named the “ONE PLANET Expedition.” He plans to continue it for four years, aiming to explore the world using less polluting transport, while monitoring, reducing, and offsetting the emissions resulting from his travels.
The journey started from Germany towards Estonia, then the Canary Islands, before crossing the Atlantic Ocean on a sailing boat and arriving in Brazil. From there, Bosik traveled by car to Argentina, participated in an expedition to Antarctica, and then continued his journey northwards to Alaska.
Bosik’s goals for this journey extend beyond reducing travel-related pollution. He strives to participate in environmental and social activities in the regions he visits. He worked on an organic farm in Australia and participated in organizing charity events and group hiking trips.
He also plans to support tree-planting initiatives and contribute to rehabilitating damaged natural environments, emphasizing that his responsibility towards the environment should not be limited to the end of the journey, but should be part of his daily movements.
The German photographer relies on a limited budget and personal savings, reducing accommodation costs by using a tent, and traveling by car and boat. He has also tried different experiences, including crossing some areas by bicycle and kayaks, and built a raft which he sailed on the Bolivian Amazon River.
Bosik believes that traveling at a slower pace allows for greater opportunities to get to know local populations and cultures, connect with communities he passes through, and participate in their activities, rather than just visiting places and moving quickly between them.
Bosik intends to continue his journey through Asia and the Middle East, before returning to Germany in 2028, without a specific date. He keeps his route open to changes and unexpected adventures dictated by weather conditions, availability of transport, and border crossing procedures.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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