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Tiv Dararith, a long-distance cyclist known for his philanthropic endeavors, is gearing up for an extraordinary challenge: a year-long, 20,000-kilometre cycling journey from Cambodia to Europe. Both Angkor Hospital and Kuntha Bopha Hospital for Children have been serving Cambodia for almost 25 years, saving the lives of millions of children. Dararith, a proud Cambodian compatriot, harbors an intense passion for adventure. His wish? To undertake an extraordinary endeavor as a gesture of gratitude toward the hospital. Over the past 25 years, these institutions have steadfastly provided free medical services and treatment to millions of children. Dararith plans to embark on a solo cycling journey, covering the distance from Cambodia to various Asian countries and Europe. His goal: is to raise $250,000 in support of both hospitals. “This project, of cycling through 25 countries from Cambodia across Asia and Central Asia to Europe is a dream,” he says. “I am officially announcing that on the 6th of next month, I will be cycling from Cambodia to Europe, stopping in Paris before continuing my fundraising mission across the continent,” he adds.
A map of his planned route, which will span two continents. The map includes some of the cultural icons he expects to visit along the way.
Just fifteen days into his ambitious 365-day solo bicycle journey to Europe, Tiv Dararith was involved in an accident in Vientiane, Laos that damaged his bicycle and left him dazed. Dararith took to social media on July 3 to explain what happened, and why — despite concerns from many Cambodians, including his family — he was determined to continue on his epic ride. In addition to his physical injuries, his Surly bicycle, which is expected to carry him across challenging terrain across 25 nations on two continents, also sustained severe damage. While taking the time to heal, Dararith found time to meet with Cambodians living in the city and surrounding areas. Many of his compatriots also provided donations to the hospital. In a separate social media post, he noted that he had also paid a courtesy call on the Cambodian ambassador to Vientiane, adding a photograph of himself and his trusty steed outside the embassy.
Dararith will set out from Siem Reap town, before weaving his way through Laos, Thailand, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Turkey, before reaching Europe. Due to travel restrictions, he will skip Myanmar and Afghanistan, opting to fly over these regions instead. The most challenging areas he is concerned about are the western regions of the Himalayas, particularly from Indian Kashmir to Pakistan. This region is known for its extremely cold, rainy, and windy weather, meaning it has had to prepare the equipment he will need to endure extreme conditions. His journey is not just about setting a personal record but also about symbolizing hope and support for Cambodian children battling cancer and other severe illnesses. Dararith is making history with his year-long, 20,000-kilometre ride from Cambodia to Europe His ambitious mission, which began on June 9, aims to raise $250,000 for the Angkor Hospital for Children to celebrate the hospital’s 25th anniversary and help children who are threatened by serious illnesses.
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