Murad Mohd Kassim, 45, completes a 500-kilometre solo-kayak expedition from Dataran Arena Square Kuala Kangsar to Port Dickson in 14 days. Pix by Iqmal Haqim Rosman
Murad Mohd Kassim, 45, completes a 500-kilometre solo-kayak expedition from Dataran Arena Square Kuala Kangsar to Port Dickson in 14 days. Pix by Iqmal Haqim Rosman
Murad Mohd Kassim arrives at the Pengkalan Nelayan Batu 4, Port Dickson, Negri Sembilan. Pix by Iqmal Haqim Rosman
Murad Mohd Kassim arrives at the Pengkalan Nelayan Batu 4, Port Dickson, Negri Sembilan. Pix by Iqmal Haqim Rosman

PORT DICKSON: A 45-year-old retired soldier today completed a 500-kilometre solo-kayak expedition from Dataran Arena Square Kuala Kangsar to Port Dickson in 14 days.

Murad Mohd Kassim's arrival at Pengkalan Nelayan Batu 4 here at 9.30am was greeted by Warrant Officer 1 (Education), Mohd Amran Mansor.

Murad said, the expedition was among his best experiences despite the weather challenges.

"Huge wave were among the challenges I faced this time, which often saw my kayak flipped upside down. But I am grateful I managed to complete this mission," he said.

Murad thanked all parties who helped to make his mission a success.