Atlantic Odyssey

Join me on an epic 3000 mile solo row across the Atlantic Ocean as part of the World’s Toughest Row – Atlantic 2024.

Ananya Prasad

In December 2024, I will be rowing solo from La Gomera in Tenerife to Antigua, rowing 3000 miles across the mid-Atlantic ocean as part of the annual World’s Toughest Row (formerly Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge), with rowers from around the world. Living up to its name as “the world’s toughest row”, I will be battling the elements, sleep deprivation and up to 20ft waves to become the first woman of colour to row SOLO across an ocean in aid of my chosen charities. Please see the video below for the 2022 Race Summary.

World’s Toughest Row 2024

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The World’s Toughest Row 2024 runs annually in December, where amateur rowers of all ages and nationalities row 3000 mile from La Gomera to Antigua in teams or alone. Rowers are fully self-sufficient, relying on a watermaker, navigational equipment, satellite phone, dehydrated rations and their own rowing ability to make the crossing, fighting through 20ft waves, sleep deprivation and the forces of the ocean environment.

Also a solo rower, I’ll be rowing in a specially built ocean rowing boat fit for purpose, built to withstand the tough marine environment. Like all adventures sports, ocean rowing is not without its risk, however all teams are supported 24/7 via satellite phone by the race’s land based duty officers and two safety yachts in case of emergency. I will also be required to complete several safety courses to prepare for the row.

My Chosen Charities

I will be rowing the Atlantic in order to fund two incredibly important charities, which are both close to my heart:

The Mental Health Foundation

Their primary aim is research into mental health, focusing on prevention of mental illness, whereas the majority of resources are directed towards treating existing illness.

Deenabandhu Trust

This is a non-profit founded by my uncle in 1992 that I’ve seen grow over the years. It provides a home and education for orphaned or impoverished children in south India who would otherwise face poverty and exploitation.

Donate

Become a part of the adventure by donating to my chosen charities on the Donate link in the heading, or contribute to the row below.

Sponsorship

If you’re interested in becoming an Atlantic Odyssey corporate sponsor, please see the details on the Sponsorship page or contact us for more information.