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Meet Marc

Marc Germiquet has done this before. In December 2027, he's doing it again.

"Because once just wasn't enough"

Why again?

Born in Kuruman, South Africa, nicknamed 'Germ', he's a former Sea Scout who founded Bush Ways Safaris at 21 and has been chasing endurance challenges ever since.

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Listen to Marc's inspiring story as he explores the passion and perseverance that fuelled his record-breaking feat and his life in guiding.

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Meet Gus

Marc's training is led by Gus Barton, founder of Ocean Ready and a specialist ocean rowing coach based in Kensington. Gus takes individuals and teams from concept to completion of their crossing — eliminating guesswork, building resilience, enhancing confidence, and creating capable ocean rowers. 

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PVM

PVM is a science-driven nutrition company focused on developing high-quality supplements backed by research, aimed at supporting health, well-being, and performance for people of all ages and activity levels — from everyday individuals to elite athletes.

Use code OceanRower at checkout for 10% off

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Our Sponsors

Proudly along for the row

Find out how you can be involved and become a partner.

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Euro Steel is one of South Africa's largest distributors and exporters of stainless steel, special steels, aluminium and corrosion-resistant materials, serving key industries like mining, power, and engineering across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. Built on integrity and strong client relationships, it's known as a trusted supplier of choice in the region.

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Support Marc on his journey and become a sponsor. A 3,000-mile floating billboard, backed by a 150-million-person audience.

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Scheme Studio
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Howick Day Clinic offers a range of procedures performed by specialist surgeons in a world-class facility, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedic surgery, general surgery and urology — all delivered with personalised, holistic care in a safe and modern environment.

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For thirty years, Bush Ways Botswana has specialised in curating authentic safari experiences that prioritise wilderness, authenticity, conservation, and exceptional guiding. Our journeys go beyond sightseeing - connecting travellers to Botswana’s ecosystems, cultures, and remote places in a way that feels honest and immersive.

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Scheme Studio exists to help ambitious businesses stand out through thoughtful strategy and creative work with purpose. We believe the best ideas come from asking better questions, challenging the obvious, and building brands that people genuinely remember. Every project is a collaboration, and every solution is shaped around the people it's made for.

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Scheme Studio exists to help ambitious businesses stand out through thoughtful strategy and creative work with purpose. We believe the best ideas come from asking better questions, challenging the obvious, and building brands that people genuinely remember. Every project is a collaboration, and every solution is shaped around the people it's made for.

Learn More

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For thirty years, Bush Ways Botswana has specialised in curating authentic safari experiences that prioritise wilderness, authenticity, conservation, and exceptional guiding. Our journeys go beyond sightseeing - connecting travellers to Botswana’s ecosystems, cultures, and remote places in a way that feels honest and immersive.

Learn More

Howick Day Clinic offers a range of procedures performed by specialist surgeons in a world-class facility, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedic surgery, general surgery and urology — all delivered with personalised, holistic care in a safe and modern environment.

Learn More

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Dermaceutic is a pioneering cosmeceutical brand trusted by over 30,000 aesthetic dermatology specialists worldwide. Known for effective ingredient combinations like hyaluronic acid, stabilised vitamin C and glycolic acid, its peel and homecare protocols are backed by extensive clinical trials.

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FitnessWorld has supplied quality home and commercial gym equipment across South Africa since 2003. Founded by industry veteran Trevor Chellew, it equips everything from corporate gyms and hotels to home setups, with nationwide delivery and a Cape Town showroom.

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Dermaceutic is a pioneering cosmeceutical brand trusted by over 30,000 aesthetic dermatology specialists worldwide. Known for effective ingredient combinations like hyaluronic acid, stabilised vitamin C and glycolic acid, its peel and homecare protocols are backed by extensive clinical trials.

Learn More

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FitnessWorld has supplied quality home and commercial gym equipment across South Africa since 2003. Founded by industry veteran Trevor Chellew, it equips everything from corporate gyms and hotels to home setups, with nationwide delivery and a Cape Town showroom.

Learn More

Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos.png
PVM
EuroSteel Logo
PVM

PVM is a science-driven nutrition company focused on developing high-quality supplements backed by research, aimed at supporting health, well-being, and performance for people of all ages and activity levels — from everyday individuals to elite athletes.

Use code OceanRower at checkout for 10% off

Learn More

Some of Our Sponsors

Proudly along for the row

Find out how you can be involved and become a partner.

BECOME A SPONSOR
EuroSteel Logo

Euro Steel is one of South Africa's largest distributors and exporters of stainless steel, special steels, aluminium and corrosion-resistant materials, serving key industries like mining, power, and engineering across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. Built on integrity and strong client relationships, it's known as a trusted supplier of choice in the region.

Learn More

Support Marc on his journey and become a sponsor. A 3,000-mile floating billboard, backed by a 150-million-person audience.

Learn More

Sponsor now
Bushways Logo
Scheme Studio
Clinic Logo.png

Howick Day Clinic offers a range of procedures performed by specialist surgeons in a world-class facility, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedic surgery, general surgery and urology — all delivered with personalised, holistic care in a safe and modern environment.

Learn More

Clinic Logo.png
Bushways Logo

For thirty years, Bush Ways Botswana has specialised in curating authentic safari experiences that prioritise wilderness, authenticity, conservation, and exceptional guiding. Our journeys go beyond sightseeing - connecting travellers to Botswana’s ecosystems, cultures, and remote places in a way that feels honest and immersive.

Learn More

Scheme Studio Logo

Scheme Studio exists to help ambitious businesses stand out through thoughtful strategy and creative work with purpose. We believe the best ideas come from asking better questions, challenging the obvious, and building brands that people genuinely remember. Every project is a collaboration, and every solution is shaped around the people it's made for.

Learn More

Scheme Studio Logo

Scheme Studio exists to help ambitious businesses stand out through thoughtful strategy and creative work with purpose. We believe the best ideas come from asking better questions, challenging the obvious, and building brands that people genuinely remember. Every project is a collaboration, and every solution is shaped around the people it's made for.

Learn More

Bushways Logo

For thirty years, Bush Ways Botswana has specialised in curating authentic safari experiences that prioritise wilderness, authenticity, conservation, and exceptional guiding. Our journeys go beyond sightseeing - connecting travellers to Botswana’s ecosystems, cultures, and remote places in a way that feels honest and immersive.

Learn More

Howick Day Clinic offers a range of procedures performed by specialist surgeons in a world-class facility, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedic surgery, general surgery and urology — all delivered with personalised, holistic care in a safe and modern environment.

Learn More

Clinic Logo.png
Clinic Logo.png
Scheme Studio
Bushways Logo
Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos-26.png

Dermaceutic is a pioneering cosmeceutical brand trusted by over 30,000 aesthetic dermatology specialists worldwide. Known for effective ingredient combinations like hyaluronic acid, stabilised vitamin C and glycolic acid, its peel and homecare protocols are backed by extensive clinical trials.

Learn More

FitnessWorld has supplied quality home and commercial gym equipment across South Africa since 2003. Founded by industry veteran Trevor Chellew, it equips everything from corporate gyms and hotels to home setups, with nationwide delivery and a Cape Town showroom.

Learn More

Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos.png
Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos.png
Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos-25.png
Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos-25.png

Dermaceutic is a pioneering cosmeceutical brand trusted by over 30,000 aesthetic dermatology specialists worldwide. Known for effective ingredient combinations like hyaluronic acid, stabilised vitamin C and glycolic acid, its peel and homecare protocols are backed by extensive clinical trials.

Learn More

Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos-26.png
Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos.png

FitnessWorld has supplied quality home and commercial gym equipment across South Africa since 2003. Founded by industry veteran Trevor Chellew, it equips everything from corporate gyms and hotels to home setups, with nationwide delivery and a Cape Town showroom.

Learn More

Ocean Ways - Sponsor Logos.png
PVM
EuroSteel Logo
PVM

PVM is a science-driven nutrition company focused on developing high-quality supplements backed by research, aimed at supporting health, well-being, and performance for people of all ages and activity levels — from everyday individuals to elite athletes.

Use code OceanRower at checkout for 10% off

Learn More

Some of Our Sponsors

Proudly along for the row

Find out how you can be involved and become a partner.

BECOME A SPONSOR
EuroSteel Logo

Euro Steel is one of South Africa's largest distributors and exporters of stainless steel, special steels, aluminium and corrosion-resistant materials, serving key industries like mining, power, and engineering across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. Built on integrity and strong client relationships, it's known as a trusted supplier of choice in the region.

Learn More

Support Marc on his journey and become a sponsor. A 3,000-mile floating billboard, backed by a 150-million-person audience.

Learn More

Sponsor now
Bushways Logo
Scheme Studio
Clinic Logo.png

Howick Day Clinic offers a range of procedures performed by specialist surgeons in a world-class facility, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedic surgery, general surgery and urology — all delivered with personalised, holistic care in a safe and modern environment.

Learn More

Clinic Logo.png
Bushways Logo

For thirty years, Bush Ways Botswana has specialised in curating authentic safari experiences that prioritise wilderness, authenticity, conservation, and exceptional guiding. Our journeys go beyond sightseeing - connecting travellers to Botswana’s ecosystems, cultures, and remote places in a way that feels honest and immersive.

Learn More

Scheme Studio Logo

Scheme Studio exists to help ambitious businesses stand out through thoughtful strategy and creative work with purpose. We believe the best ideas come from asking better questions, challenging the obvious, and building brands that people genuinely remember. Every project is a collaboration, and every solution is shaped around the people it's made for.

Learn More

Support Marc on his journey and become a sponsor. A 3,000-mile floating billboard, backed by a 150-million-person audience.

Learn More

Sponsor now
Scheme Studio Logo

Scheme Studio exists to help ambitious businesses stand out through thoughtful strategy and creative work with purpose. We believe the best ideas come from asking better questions, challenging the obvious, and building brands that people genuinely remember. Every project is a collaboration, and every solution is shaped around the people it's made for.

Learn More

Bushways Logo

For thirty years, Bush Ways Botswana has specialised in curating authentic safari experiences that prioritise wilderness, authenticity, conservation, and exceptional guiding. Our journeys go beyond sightseeing - connecting travellers to Botswana’s ecosystems, cultures, and remote places in a way that feels honest and immersive.

Learn More

Howick Day Clinic offers a range of procedures performed by specialist surgeons in a world-class facility, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedic surgery, general surgery and urology — all delivered with personalised, holistic care in a safe and modern environment.

Learn More

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