Three Brothers in a Boat

Three brothers. 9,753 miles. 139 days.

Peru to Australia. 6 million oar strokes. A record-breaking odyssey.

When the Maclean brothers rowed non-stop and unsupported across the entire Pacific they made history and raised over a million pounds for charity. But there's miles more to the story than that.

Just a few years earlier, they were complete novices. What followed would test their resolve, their relationships and their belief in one another.

Nail-biting, uplifting and inspiring, this is the true story of three ordinary people achieving something extraordinary.

About the Authors

The Maclean brothers (Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan) first made global headlines in 2019 when they became the fastest trio to row across the Atlantic Ocean, covering 3,000 miles in 35 days and breaking the previous speed record by nearly a week.

Determined to keep working together for causes they believed in, they founded The Maclean Foundation, with a mission to raise funds for clean water projects.

In 2025 they set the Fastest Known Time for rowing the full Pacific Ocean, raising over £1 million for communities in Madagascar.

Praise for Three Brothers in a Boat

'An inspiring tale of endurance, bravery and fortitude.'
- Ben Fogle

'An epic adventure founded on friendship and endeavour.'
- Bear Grylls

'Unbelievable courage and bravery and strength and stamina . . . The Maclean brothers are an inspiration.'
- Ewan McGregor

'Next level. Living out a sense of purpose, combining passion with impact. That's rare, and humbling.'
- Mark Wahlberg

'An amazing achievement . . . we need more people like the Maclean brothers in the world.'
- Lorraine Kelly