Approved short bio
Koen Darras is a Belgian adventurer, entrepreneur and keynote speaker. His expeditions across mountains, oceans and continents form the basis of films and talks about preparation, decision-making and resilience.
In January 2027, Koen plans a solo Atlantic crossing by kitesurf from Cape Verde to the Caribbean. It is a world-first attempt tied to a €500,000 clean-water goal. Project Maji is the official impact partner.
Current mission
He will cross an ocean so water can come out of the ground in Ghana.
A solo Atlantic crossing from Cape Verde to the Caribbean, with Project Maji as the official impact partner.
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