I WONDER - Has Anyone Ever Swam The Whole Amazon River?

In 2007, Martin Shtrell, a long-distance swimmer, swam the entire length of the Amazon River at age 53. Despite the river's dangerous species, he completed the journey in 66 days, swimming up to 10 hours daily. This feat earned him the Guinness World Record for the longest open water swim, a record he still holds.

What is one of the main challenges of swimming in the Amazon River?

• Strong currents

• Cold temperatures

• Dangerous species

• High altitudes

In what year did Martin Shtrell complete his Amazon River swim?

• 2012

• 2005

• 2007

• 2010

How many hours a day did Martin Shtrell swim during his Amazon journey?

• 12 hours

• 8 hours

• 10 hours

• 5 hours

What record did Martin Shtrell achieve with his Amazon River swim?

• Most species encountered during a swim

• Longest open water swim

• Fastest swim across the Amazon

• Deepest dive in the Amazon

At what age did Martin Shtrell accomplish his Amazon River swim?

• 50

• 53

• 60

• 45