11 | Sailing the Marquesas Islands, Nuku Hiva and Hiva Oa

[@Hat6000]

Sailing to the Marquesas was a long time dream in my middle years, now I am 78 and will never see it happen in reality. Thank you for the taste of its beauty and charm with your wonderful photography.

[@kalifflevi3783]

Never to late. I know a 90 yr old that can still go up a mast.

[@Hat6000]

@@kalifflevi3783 not a matter of ability, I still am active and fit, it is the state of craziness in the world and my pocketbook and the outlook for the economy, won't accept the digital ID either. No passport.

[@willymueller3278]

Hey brother, the same thing happened to me, I am 77. Maybe some other time, in another life, on a big vacation. 😉

[@Hat6000]

Amen! @@willymueller3278

[@christineroerty2534]

In our youth, my late husband and I dreamed of setting sail for the Marquesas. Somehow life went by so fast and now I am elderly. But I can still dream.

[@dazjb7691]

Please forgive me.... honestly trying to help. When visiting and exploring the islands with the wobbly boots. Lol . Ocean legs. Please smother yourself with a good quality insect spray. I used bushmans friend. Get so sick from midgie and mosquito bites. Some islands you need snake wraps around your shins. And sea salt soap. What a difference that made. You both are truly living life. Please Please Please keep your videos coming. See.. I'm now paralysed from the wast down and bed bound or wheelchair. Gess your videos help me more than you will ever imagine. God bless you and keep you both safe. Regards Darren

[@taravaotahiti]

I lived in the Marquesas in Nuku Hiva with my father and brother in 1970 for seven glorious months. I went to school and attended church every Sunday. The women would play bingo in the afternoons by the waterfront. I will never forget my time there. Thank you for bringing back these memories with your lovely video.

[@carlosalonso4071]

I enjoy videos with minimal narration. It allows the viewer to process and be part of the journey.

[@206ethelbert]

Thanks for having the courage to embrace life! We need positive messages now more than ever. You are both a ray of sunlight.

[@anitagude5838]

Beautifully balanced presentations of footage, narration, sensitive music, and quiet moments of your voyages and land experiences.

[@mchurch3905]

Amazing how long it takes to find a true, blue-collar cruisers channel. Thanks so much for your excellent video work!

[@BEATBronnimann]

Danke für Ihre geteilte Segelschiff Reise im Pazifik. Schönes Segelschiff, wunderschöne Inseln, freundliche Menschen..., das habt Ihr sehr gut gemacht, danke!!! Gruss aus der Schweiz.

[@grwood]

Thank you for these great videos, which enable people to escape their environment for a while, and give incentive to travel.

[@nevillesaunders1916]

Thank you for taking us with you to the Marquases Islands. What a beautiful part of the world!

[@nevillesaunders1916]

Sorry, I spelt that wrong. 😒

[@chrischild6894]

Love your show. You actually sail

[@Anmeteor9663]

Yet another stunningly beautiful film from you two wonderful sailors. I am moved to tears by the soft gentle nature that you explore with such calm and easy manner. Thank you both so much for freely sharing these amazing places and experiences with us. I am currently battling some serious health issues but I too share the dream to sail to Fatu Hiva. With luck, my voyage will start from Europe this summer and I will see how far I can get. Peace and love.

[@WEGE33]

Since discovering this channel several weeks ago, I have been looking for similar sailing adventures covering other parts of the globe. Disappointed to find that no one else comes close to doing it as well as you do. Every aspect of your presentation is a cut above anything else that I have found. Thanks for sharing your adventure and your talent with millions of us who will never get a chance to live it as you have.

[@alfredneuman6488]

Look here: www.youtube.com/@AlluringArctic

[@robertnixon3816]

The only thing I hate to see with your videos is they have to end! Easily the very best sailing channel out there. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing journey with us. This brings back such a flood of memories for me. Truely a blessing and joy! I could watch Julia without words for hours! Sail on!

[@JF-4444]

One of my all-time favorite sailing channels. Lacks all the sleazes, clickbait and constant begging of some other sailing channels. I'd really like to see something of how you refitted the Julia before your trip too. Even a montage of still photos with narration would be fantastic.

[@MadisonBoatworks]

Thanks! Check out the first two videos in this series for some details on preparing the boat to head offshore.

[@JF-4444]

@@MadisonBoatworks Watched them all! :-)

[@sailingsolo5290]

@@JF-4444 I bet youre one of those armchair sailors who will never know cruising You might have no idea what a sailing life style is. Yet you bitch at others who have at least set sail. Thats how i take youre comments.

[@barbaras7143]

In total agreement with you.

[@barbaras7143]

...about the sleaze and clickbait, that is!

[@kennethpucser774]

What a beautiful place....just stunning...I'm glad you's got to see that place

[@randywelsh4163]

So fortunate and blessed to experience such a wonderful place and have the one you love by your side. Thank you both!

[@markgumprecht2295]

Outstanding video! I think you are seeing the Marquesas in a way few cruisers ever do. Not too many turn around and sail to windward to see the other islands. Great photography and editing, you don’t spend much time talking at the camera, narration is much more effective. What an incredible place and amazing people that you encounter along the way.

[@jimmyallen2245]

Awesome video photography 😊.

[@georgepeat5269iearth]

read sailing books when the younger days were upon the horizon, thank you for this visionary treat as time has passed. treating yourselves well to the world. Gratitude.

[@CJ-qq4gs]

Spectacular. Thank you for helping to keep the dream alive.

[@kkots]

My boat has been there once already....working on getting her there again with me at the helm and along for the ride this time. Brilliant and stunning video footage! Paradise indeed!...Your epic journey continues!

[@nicholasjames655]

Just found your absolutely lovely videos, well done, they make me long to be there! Beautifully filmed with great music and excellent quiet, measured dialogue and description.Your wonderful old boat fills me with longing, like her crew, she is full of character and strength.

[@nickviner1225]

I second all that

[@nickchung8961]

My wife and I enjoyed every minute of this. Thank you for sharing!

[@n4837z]

Thanks for showing places that us old folk dream about. Beautiful! Keep it up.

[@243atlpac]

3 Green.... Agreed

[@TheHarryb]

Great you share your experiences with us in such a beautiful way. Look forward to your next video.

[@JagLite]

Beautiful video, beautiful boat, and beautiful people. Thank you for sharing your cruise with us.

[@markwhittingham5270]

I can only endorse other commentators and say that the simplicity of your presentation, your modesty and obvious awe at the wonders you are so kindly sharing with us shine through to make this my favourite sailing channel. You are like Truman Capote whose output as an author was modest but each volume a jewel to be treasured.....keep doing what you are doing.🏞

[@annebarr9314]

Exquisite video. So nice to see a sailing that appreciates the people and places rather than be all about the sailors.

[@kingwithoutkingdom9270]

That blue water help my stress

[@ferry6497]

You two and your boat make the islands even more beautiful!👌 thanks from armchair sailors over here😊

[@Me97202]

Beautiful. Living the dream. Congratulations. ⛵️ 🌈

[@loyaltarbet3379]

Daniel’s Bay, the snapshot nabbed my attention, as I’d recognize it anytime! I had the blessed honor and absolute enchanting delight of skippering a schooner, (87’ gaff schooner Kai U’lani) from Sausalito to Nuku Hiva, and surrounds, in 2012.. way to go you guys! Excellent choice of life to live! I thank you for your footage, and imagery as a reminder of that life which I too remain enchanted with such elements of! I currently reside aboard my 40’ Phillip Rhodes yawl, DREAMER, and as I claw for the requisite legal tender, I seek such tidbits and reminders to keep me dependably on-point with such goals in mind , as, as a spiritual thing, I never tire of these blessed and enchanting adventures! To life! Cheers, -Cpt. Loyal Tarbet

[@chuy86]

What an amazing paradise you guys found...gorgeous!! ❤ it!!🙏💥🙏

[@hossjulia]

Thanks for sailing Julia to such an amazing location and sharing with us. Stunning.

[@boatboy222]

Interesting, my family and I visited here in 1974 on a journey from UK to NZ in a 31 ft Golden Hind, brings back memories!

[@philrulon]

I have to hand it to you guys. You’ve changed my mind about long haul sails in wooden boats. What you have done to, and with, this boat convinces me that enough can be done to an old wooden boat, that it can be trusted in the wide open. Thanks.

[@robertdiehl1281]

What can be said about your video that so many other have not already said. Never have i seen such beautiful and serenity. Thanks for sharing.

[@BohemianBeatster]

What a lovely sailing vessel you own. What lovely place to are able to travel to on it.

[@earthfriendly5799]

Your videos are great. I m a woman who is blind and love sailing. Your descriptions are fascinating. thak you.

[@etrodriguez8976]

this is a cut above almost all the other sailing channels, Beautiful.!👌👌

[@rolltime912]

Thank you for bringing back wonderful memories of my last two voyages around the islands and the friendly people.

[@mr.powers1901]

Such a beautiful and capable boat! Not to mention you two skilled sailors. Thanks for the video- best of luck on your adventures.

[@enuph4all]

Thanks so much for documenting your trip and sharing it. In 1977 I crewed aboard the CT41 Taiwanese-built ketch Polaris making landfall at Nuku Hiva and then making our way to Tahiti. Last I saw Polaris, she was moored on the south shore under the University Bridge in Seattle. Keep up the simple videos--much appreciated.

[@alpeshsoni35]

Thank you so much for showing such beautiful place

[@dougmckinney7575]

Fabulous film again! Always look forward to your releases. Love the shots of the rigging, wood masts, booms, water on deck and actual sailing. Something very comforting and honest about a wood boat at sea. Would love to see more interior shots of the living environment, cooking, etc if you have some of that footage as well. Such a gorgeous boat and chill couple taking us along for the adventure. Thanks for that!

[@benthrelkeld4929]

Thanks for another spectacular video! Keep them coming!

[@The_Revealer_7]

I enjoy the calm and inspiring narrative, where you describe the unique natural beauty of south pacific islands. I truly admire the respect and gentleness you show to environment and the local population on these beautiful islands. We can all try to live in harmony with nature and kindness towards people.

[@andrei13_todea47]

For me as a european it's a life time goal to reach French Polynesia and The Marquesas island.Loved every minute of your video😍

[@josephlai9759]

Thank you for bringing us along. It is simply magical.

[@willjones9583]

This is by far the most beautiful channel I have ever found on KZbin. Thank you for sharing your journeys with us!

[@Pasovineyard]

It looks like you will go on to document the South Pacific as it should be done. So many just rush through the South Pacific on their way around the world.

[@bhaskar1303]

Simply awesome. Thanks for sharing your paradise.

[@alpeshsoni35]

Just had scotch and watching your second videos... Enjoying your lovely content lovely music... My dream is to explore every beautiful place on earth... Like you... Enjoy your every moment of your life God bless you to fulfill your every dream...

[@pamlovell9125]

So glad I happened onto this channel! How refreshing! Just beautiful scenery and light music and local history! It's perfect. So relaxing.

[@thill6771]

Good job, as usual. My wife and I did the Marquesas twice - 1980 and 1988. Cruising doesn't get any better, and your video is superb. Kinder, more generous people do not exist anywhere. Watch out for cyclone season as you proceed west!

[@stevemiller83]

Magical. This is what I want sailing to feel like. What a treat this is! I didn't realize how tiring the other adrenaline-driven content was until i came across this. Just awesome

[@seaeagle8458]

Good music. Images and photography great. A beautiful Ketch, sailing the lovely sea. Thanks

[@dgs0011]

Truly exceptional production, awe inspiring and completely engaging. Thank you

[@robertaungpe8125]

Your both so brave to have rich experiences and kind for sharing.

[@derickwillis1829]

Absolutely loved the visit to Fatu Hiva. Thanks again. Fair winds.

[@radekdrayco]

Oh My Nauticals, this just solidifies my wanting to go to the Marquesas Islands and to stick to the plan, work hard, learn and get out there on the water and sail to this place. Thank you.

[@errolG68]

Thank you 🙏 so very much for sharing this beautiful adventure with me. Best Wishes and Regards Errol

[@wteulon]

Brings back good memories. Sailed there from Vancouver, BC in the 1990's on a 35 ft sloop. Loved it. Thanks for the high quality video. Very well done.

[@garygerard4290]

12 minutes in and I'm ready to pass judgement. 'the coolest boat on u tube. Beautiful scenery 'editing gets an A+ I've subbed

[@captainsalty9022]

Great video! I visited Nuku Hiva in 1968 on the way back from Tahiti to Hawaii; returning from the 1968 Transpacific to Tahiti. There were yet no roads then and far fewer buildings. I returned in 2003 to a much changed place. Also visited Fatu Hiva. I’ve long thought that Fatu Hiva looked like an island designed by landscape architects, it is so archetype. You are presenting long range cruising under sail in a wonderfully real way. Glad I found you.

[@christanzer]

Living on a boat is a 24/7 job, the boat never sleeps with tide and weather on and on ,.... !! Cool show you give us !! Great Journey !! to you guys !! congratulations !!

[@squarerigapprentice]

Thank you for documenting this. It gives me hope that we can make it out there too. We are just starting to fit out our boat. Those islands are incredible.

[@bryangoldthorpe8906]

Love the sailing and videography of your channel and all from the deck of a beautiful wooden yacht, looking forward to the next episode

[@joveninparis7871]

Thank you so much for this video . For amazing story telling . I have been to south pacific but doesnt have the time to roam around . Wish i did .thank you again !!!!

[@PeterRawlingson]

You episodes have an excellent mix of interesting, clear speaking information about places you visit, little things you find and music (no talking) while showing scenery and sailing (the getting there). I love them.

[@soonerstingergtrwd2906]

What an amazing place and amazing way to get there.

[@thatflightsimguy]

Thank you so much for this video. I will live my dream and sail the world before I die. Your video has shown me what is possible. So much better than clickbait la vagabonde etc. Incredible. You are a credit to your profession.

[@douglasmcgill229]

What a great trip you are taking. O to be young and adventurist as you are. Safe travels

[@jamessandman3708]

Simply hypnotic, thanks for taking us along and thanks for leaving the camera onshore when you boarded your dingy. That effort was much appreciated.

[@tonygreco9810]

Rum Cay look idyllic. Looking forward to the next one. Glad your getting good weather and making good choices.

[@biblicaltheologyexegesisan9024]

wow how you guys thank you so much for sharing your journey we all love it

[@rudolfsroyer6029]

The best video 👍 I love this ❤️🙏😁

[@marcpootmans7454]

Your videos are amazingly beautiful. While I know that no videos quite capture a place's beauty, (smells and breeze are missing) you two do a remarkably skilled job, whether it's ashore, beating into chop, or just a sunshine glittering on the sea. Thank you. Magnificent and safe travels.

[@AfricanFlightStar]

Beautifully done, thanks for sharing 👏🏻⛵️🙏🏻

[@napolionilahi4166]

Thanks for sharing videos of this mysterious and exotic place....

[@ursulaphillips4671]

Beautiful. Absolutely stunning. Thank you for sharing your journeyings with us.

[@tomwellard8234]

Have subscribed to your channel, very envious of you both, I'm now in my 70s , i use to sail years ago after watching your channel i wish to god i continued, Safe sailing keep up with this brilliant channel

[@saraw8503]

Southern Cross (Crosby Stills and Nash) keeps playing in my head as I watch this. Hubs and I have travelled up and down the east coast on our small Albin trawler. But crossing the Pacific? Always a dream, never done. I did travel from San Francisco to Seattle on an Army landing Craft. It was a week of pounding seas.

[@spikeafrican8797]

Love the channel! It's got a bit of a retro vibe that suits your journey so well! Thanks so much.

[@elviopereira]

Vocês são navegadores e realizadores fantásticos, Parabéns

[@Dusty10]

Can’t get enough of that place

[@thehighpriestess8431]

What a beautifully done video. The music is soothing as well as your voices. My husband and I just arrived to Nuku Hiva after 16 days of sailing. Your video is a nice recollection of the places you visited. Thank you.

[@christanzer]

like Morea , beautiful , I love your trip !! Thanks for sharing !!

[@danielsimpson4747]

Enchanting imagery such attention to detail, composition, lighting, and form and what a timeless adventure, how blessed you both really are, thank you, fair winds, and following seas...

[@ned711]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful journey.

[@joshua3113]

Oh thank you for actually learning how to make videos before well, MAKING VIDEOS... Sounds strange that I'd have to thank someone for something so obvious but so many here want to be professional content creators yet have no idea how to make a video in any way at all. The dynamic range on your camera is certainly cinema quality. I love it, keep it up. Thanks again

[@microfilmitaly]

Wauuu Bellissimo video, complimenti ragazzi.

[@jaessongee9893]

That places seems like paradise!!!!!😃👍

[@JulienMoll]

Very nice channel. So happy I have found it. Authentic, beautiful!

[@guyarthur73]

Simply stunning, gorgeous and fantastic 😍

[@gustavoluiscostanzo3982]

Beautiful, calm and meditative, with out any ego show bizz....I make sound of two hands claping to you...😊

[@m2pozad]

So pleasant! TY

[@hansbaker4599]

Hi I was there MANY years ago - My whole life i have often thought about my time there!! THANKS FOR THE FILM!!!!!!

[@markanderson8775]

Lovely way to end a busy week. Many thanks 🙏

[@tetreaulthank4068]

Once again you channel never disappoints, You two make such amazing traveling companions, I just love your channel. Thank you for this