Lewis Pugh is an endurance swimmer, maritime lawyer, and the UN Patron of the Oceans. He pioneers swims in the most vulnerable ecosystems on Earth to campaign for their protection. He was the first person to complete a long-distance swim in every ocean of the world, the first to swim... Read more
Lewis Pugh, Keynote Speaker | London Speaker Bureau
Lewis Pugh's mind-shifting Mt. Everest swim
Lewis Pugh - Inspirational Speaker
Lewis Pugh is an endurance swimmer, maritime lawyer, and the UN Patron of the Oceans. He pioneers swims in the most vulnerable ecosystems on Earth to campaign for their protection. He was the first person to complete a long-distance swim in every ocean of the world, the first to swim across the North Pole, and the first to swim the length of the English Channel. Most recently, he swam the length of the Hudson River to New York to highlight the importance of clean rivers.
Lewis has played a crucial role in protecting over 2 million km² of vulnerable ocean – an area larger than Western Europe. His dream is to fully protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. He talks about his methods – a clear vision, the right mindset, choosing a high-performance team, meticulous preparation, never quitting, and having the flexibility to adapt when circumstances change. TED describes him as a “master storyteller.”
Lewis has received numerous accolades for his work. He was selected as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum, named one of National Geographic’s Adventurers of the Year, and awarded South Africa’s highest honour – the Order of Ikhamanga (Gold Class).
In 2025, Lewis Pugh has been included in National Geographic’s list of the world’s leading changemakers.
Tell us about your event, one of our consultants will reach out within 24 hours.
You can book Lewis Pugh through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Lewis's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Lewis Pugh's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Lewis tailored to your event.
Lewis Pugh speaks on Cities & Environment, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Lewis to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Lewis Pugh for events worldwide, subject to Lewis's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Lewis Pugh is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Lewis can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Lewis Pugh on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Lewis can offer.
Lewis Pugh delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Lewis Pugh's areas of expertise include Cities & Environment, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance. To get a clear sense of Lewis's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Lewis Pugh can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Cities & Environment, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance is relevant. Details of Lewis's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Lewis Pugh is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Lewis Pugh, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Lewis's current availability for your dates.