Draft:Andaman 50
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The Andaman 50, a swim-for-charity initiative, was first undertaken on December 2–3, 2024, by a group of expatriates residing in Phuket, Thailand. The mission involved swimming from Monkey Beach on Phi Phi Don Island to Ao Yon Beach in Phuket over two days. Remarkably, the swim was successfully completed on its inaugural attempt within the planned timeframe.
Three swimmers participated in the challenge, all of whom completed the journey. The swim spanned an estimated 50 kilometers, although Garmin tracking devices recorded a slightly shorter distance of 48 kilometers.
Participants
[edit]- Robert Connelly (Irish)
- Zane Tackett (American)
- Noah Teplitzky (American)
Support Team
[edit]The swimmers were supported by a team of nine kayakers, who played a crucial role in the success of the mission. The kayakers provided in-water refueling with food and water, ensuring the swimmers remained hydrated and energized throughout the journey. To maintain their effectiveness, the kayakers operated on a rotation system, with shifts lasting two hours each, continuing all day.
Fundraising and Impact
[edit]The swim raised over USD 100,000 for the Grip IT Foundation. The funds have been pledged to support two key initiatives: the Youth Swim Initiative in Thailand, aimed at teaching water safety and swimming skills to local children, and programs for Empowering Phuket's Indigenous Island Communities, providing vital resources and opportunities to underserved groups in the region.
This historic endeavor marked the first recorded swim between Phi Phi Don and Phuket, setting a precedent for future open-water challenges in the region.[1]