Milind Soman Completes 15 km Open-Water Swim Across Strait of Gibraltar at 60, Crossing from Spain to Morocco

Milind Soman has completed a demanding 15 km open-water swim across the Strait of Gibraltar, crossing from Europe to Africa at the age of 60. The actor and fitness figure swam from Tarifa in Spain to the Moroccan coast on May 1, tackling one of the world’s most challenging sea routes.

At 60, Milind Soman Conquers Gibraltar Strait with 15 km Swim from Europe to Africa

The Strait of Gibraltar crossing is feared by many endurance swimmers because of its shifting tides, strong currents and busy shipping lanes. Despite those factors, Milind Soman managed the international swim, which links Spain and Morocco, and then shared news of the achievement with followers on Instagram.

This latest achievement is part of a series of long-distance efforts Milind Soman has taken on during 2026. In April, Milind Soman completed a 20-kilometre sea swim in Goa that lasted almost eight hours. A month before that, Milind Soman celebrated Holi with another extended swim in Goan waters, joined by spouse Ankita Konwar.

Milind Soman described the Strait of Gibraltar experience as "beautiful, beautiful, beautiful," yet also stressed how uncertain the sea felt. Milind Soman noted that the same conditions that make the crossing attractive also increase the difficulty, as currents and tides can shift quickly and turn the swim into a serious test.

For several years, Milind Soman has stayed active in endurance sports, combining long-distance running with open-water swimming. The steady schedule of events has helped Milind Soman maintain fitness into the sixties, and the Strait of Gibraltar swim now stands out as a key milestone in this continuing personal journey.