6 Day / 130km Solo Wilderness Adventure Through Middle Earth

[@Dark_knight1980]

So Happy you enjoyed our country and respected the land good to see people like you have a safe trip home brother💯👍

[@TheycallmeWade]

I’m Australian born with no kiwi in my blood line and for some reason New Zealand is the only place I fly to and feel home. Lucky enough to have traveled there many times and one day it will be home.

[@darrellm9915]

There is no such thing as Aussie or Kiwi "blood". All of our ancestors were from Europe and elsewhere.

[@jeremytaylor3093]

Cool stuff. I lived in Sydney for many years and then in china for even longer but still the draw of Nz brought me back. See you out there!!!

[@willsmith3736]

Aussies are our cousins, you'll always be welcome here bro. See ya down the pub.

[@leannasty]

shut up@@darrellm9915

[@drumsandstix128]

Loved your vid mate, what a trip! Absolutely beautiful scenery, your awe of the beauty is tangible. I have had several moments like that when in the southern Alps. I don’t live in NZ anymore but I still go there at least once a year and love the beauty of the place. I am an Aussie now and live on the Sunshine Coast which is also a beautiful place. Good luck on your future adventures.

[@jeffreyparke2708]

I have absolutely no complaints putting $10 down to see awesome content like this. We have to pay this legend back for all the amazing work Scotty puts out for free, he’s earned it.

[@Pink_Sky_By_Night_Adventures]

Me to, how amazing

[@KingofCrusher]

Well not for free, lol, I mean he makes some money. Not even close to enough though, dude needs to be full time making six figures a year because he rules so hard.

[@markoda2120]

Thank you for taking us along with you. Everything was friggin beautiful. It seems that the head wind was a blessing as you were able to hike through the forest. It also seemed like you paddled down river to the ocean, then paddled down river away from the ocean. The drone shots were spectacular. Sand flies are a pain all over our beaches too.

[@AppTrailerCodes]

How do you pay him from the states for this epic content?

[@8c3nwd22]

Thats NZ awesome dude well done really enjoyed watching your trip

[@FishingBRO]

Good afternoon, thank you for the positive vibes!)) Undoubtedly, it's an amazing trip, just magnificent Nature of New Zealand and of course very positive content !))

[@chuddledollops]

I moved the South Island from the UK 7 years ago and started my family here. Now I have two little Kiwis who will get to enjoy all this. Best decision ever. Great video, love seeing the dolphins!

[@AussieLifestyle208]

Most underrated channel on KZbin

[@GB-cm6yy]

Absolutely spot on mate.

[@J3an_j3an]

How he had so many views but ppl can’t take the time to like the video is beyond me.

[@AussieLifestyle208]

@@J3an_j3an exactly. Only like 130k subs aswell.

[@EamonWanders]

Put some respect on Scotty's name!

[@MissSassy79]

Yesssss! And his good mate Mattsy!

[@Rastafied]

As a Maori now living in Ireland, I really appreciate this video. I get to show my kids the beautiful place where daddy came from. I was raised in the Deep South so this hits home. Well captured mate. Thank you.

[@deborahbaker2143]

You must bring your partner and children to visit ❤

[@sanguliedzuvichu2816]

I have never seen anybody appreciating nature like you do and it's so beautiful to see you pouring out your passion. Every time I watch your videos it makes me forget my problems and I'm just in awe. Thank you so much Scotty.

[@debbiestaite3184]

well said

[@thegingerpowerranger]

Much prefer this long format, multi day mixed rafting & hiking with amazing views. Would definitely pay to view this kind of video regularly. Thanks for the upload & hope you can justify keeping making them!

[@DELTwith100]

10/10 for this video. Your footage is National Geographic worthy! The fact that you’re tired from a hike and still manage to film, drone and the rest makes you one of the all time 🐐 on KZbin I’ll always come back to watch mate. ❤👌🏽🙏🏆🔥

[@ReeceLittle1988]

Chap from New Zealand here. I appreciate you, my Australian brother. I hope you return to New Zealand for my adventures.

[@jamesrezai4995]

do u know where this is?

[@ReeceLittle1988]

@@jamesrezai4995 a little north of Milford Sound

[@ashleyequestrian]

Hectors’s dolphins! Some of the rarest dolphins in the world and endemic to nz. So jealous

[@rakerawillison6118]

Fun fact - Māori name is Tutumairekurai 😊

[@andrewcheshire244]

Pro tip, start a smoky af fire to get rid of the sandflies for miles around. Awesome video. Decided after watching this to do the same trip... in summer 2025.

[@TheDarkhorse82]

Hate to break it to you, but open fires are banned in 99% of that scenery you see in this video.

[@agustinhernandez7289]

Light up a few incense sticks… done

[@sammyr.1284]

Good luck safe travels 👏🏿

[@squidikka]

You always know when someone starts off with "pro tip" they're about to say something with zero insight. You can't start open fires there.

[@Lassossan]

@@TheDarkhorse82 Who cares if no ones around for miles and you don't set the forest ablaze?

[@Micko79]

New Zealand is paradise on earth. I would move there tomorrow if my family would come with me. The most peaceful place on earth if you ask me. Such a great video the way you captured the landscape.

[@judylloyd7901]

Hah!! Any country has pockets of "peacefulness." But there is strife in New Zealand just the same as in every other country. After all, its inhabitants are human beings!!!!

[@Pete-z6e]

Actually , we didn’t ask you, did we?

[@sherpaa1868]

Same 😅

[@parkiwi4787]

Thanks for reminding me how special my country is. Long time since I did all the New Zealand tracks. Seeing others enjoying what nature has given us makes me tremendously happy. Great video, wish I was with you.

[@julieowen5874]

It really is a spectacular part of the world....its so prehistoric and incredibly beautiful ❤

[@markwheeldon164]

One of your best Scotty. Great story telling and cinematography!

[@KongKillha]

Hi Scotty, I am a long time viewer of yours and when I saw the preview of this video, I immediately recognized the landscape and the views. My friend and I hiked the Hollyford Track back in 2017 on our New Zealand Trip (coming from Switzerland) - including the gnarly stretch called Devils Track which you leisurely paddled by on Lake McKerrow. On our last day we bumped into a Aussie bloke who was so generous and drove us back with his car from the Hollyford to Te Anau to catch a bus. The Aussie guy was packrafting the exact same route as you. This was the first time in my life that I saw and heard of a packraft! Seven years later and I see you being there - what a coincidence! Keep up the great work!

[@mudeye5739]

I've hiked the 'Devils Track' or Demon Trail and done the packraft trip and yes, the hike is brutality. The walk along the coast is very rugged though, I remember the shore having bowling-ball-sized smooth rocks that made my ankles roll a lot.

[@jamesrezai4995]

do u know where this area is exactly?

[@KongKillha]

@@jamesrezai4995 yes, hollyford track and along coast, back in the northern valley towards lake alabaster

[@barrybr1]

O....M....G That was friggin' epic. "Embrace the suck!".....fair enough. Loved everything about this trip Scotty and that you weren't afraid to show your emotions at different points there. When you hike there's an interesting play between the hard, exhausting, painful effort and the realisation that you got yourself to a place of infinite beauty. Magic. Thank you so much.

[@gibbosroadtripadventures]

This is the second time I’ve watched this video and it still made me teary when you made it to the end. Spectacular scenery & experience Scotty. Love your adventures, you are a true inspiration. Cheers Marg

[@caseyboyce9673]

I’m from NZ but live in Australia, every time I leave after a visit I feel like crying. It truly is one of the most beautiful places

[@dellamonk6792]

I LOVE how you appreciate the world around you. I love how you're present with the environment. It's clear you love what you're doing, and that it's not all about content. Thank-you for sharing your journey with us.

[@irishedawg]

Scott, you have become an EXCEPTIONAL filmmaker my friend. It doesn't hurt that you have the most beautiful scenery at your disposal 😂 but the way you capture it is just beyond words.

[@Dwsrs24]

New subscriber here. Hello from SE Florida, USA. Wow! Wow! Wow! This video brought me to tears. Did you feel like the only human on earth? It was very God inspiring for me. So pristine. Stunning creation that God made for mankind to enjoy. Loved it. Thank you.

[@conradphillips6361]

Beautiful words !

[@_nz_diy_]

Amazing man. You've done more than most kiwis ever will. I hunt alot, and the bush down there really is beautiful. Up where I live in the North Island the bush in the southern Ruahine Range is absolute trash and you can barely push through it. There are however pockets of larger trees which make up for it. Bush in the Te Uruweras and Kiamanawas is pretty spectacular in places. Can also see you have the classic NZ sunburn glow.

[@LizzieG47]

I teard up watching you tear up ♡ what a special moment. Thankyou for sharing it with us. I can't wait to visit NZ !!

[@JASHIKO_]

Nothing beats the South Island of NZ. Great video!

[@pieman2656]

Hey bud, true blue ozzy, genuine reaction. I'm on in years now but yeah I had those reactions when I tramped, the effort the illation you just feel special man and nature. You come across someone who loves and enjoys life, I hope you have memories for life, even today I look back on my adventures when I was younger, I still catch myself thinking how lucky I am to be a kiwi. Days I catch the train but I stand at the station I look up the valley at the trees hills and valleys. Thank you for making the effort and sharing your travels you are a legend in your own right.

[@RobNZ147]

Best adventure video in NZ I’ve seen. Love your honesty and endurance mate. I’m approaching 65 and just completed the Milford track, which blew me away btw…but your video reveals much to me, about seeing the beauty there is and amazing environments are still accessible to many of us!

[@Grateful4life4time]

Watching on iPhone and the beauty is breathtaking!! Can’t imagine what a difference to be there and see it with your own eyes!! Thank you for sharing 🫶

[@tomrounds]

Propabably one of your best videos Scotty. Doubtless down to the environment. But thank you from UK.

[@xbizi]

What a journey. Thanks for bringing us along, you absolute gigachad

[@Fishergirl110]

What an absolute amazing movie! It honestly brought tears to me eyes on how beautiful that place is! The BEST video I’ve watched on KZbin hands down. Well done Scotty

[@nickroberts278]

Probably one of the best KZbin videos I've ever watched. Thank you!

[@LEK]

Its beyond imagination how beautiful this country is. This video is perfect proof why NZ is my dream destination.

[@kn7402]

That was so well put together like wow!! Im from the north island and cant wait to travel around the south island, looks so beautiful

[@debbiestaite3184]

I was searching for something to watch whilst i recoup from a cold. I wanted something wholesome and inspiring. I'm so glad I found your channel. You have done an amazing job putting this altogether. Your love for nature and not being too proud to show that - the 'it' moment just about made me cry. I could feel what you were feeling. You have such a positivity about you - those midgys would have sent me crazy lol. Thank you!!!

[@KaiZiegler]

Best Video I have seen for the last 2 Months or so. Beautiful Nature!

[@shanacookthecanukgypsy9527]

Thank You for enduring blisters for us to Share with You This Incredible Journey

[@MissSassy79]

The colour of the water! Wow! The whole thing is stunning! ❤

[@onlyonerombo]

Hey Scotty, Awesome trip and video. I’m from NZ and have been living in Aus for 30yrs. It’s hard to describe the feeling that comes over you when in the NZ wilderness. It’s like “Earth before Man.” Pure, Grand, and so Overwhelmingly Perfect, It can literally bring you to tears. Thank you ❤

[@GypsyGirl317]

It will have been nostalgic for you watching this huh. We are such a blessed little country. I love tramping in our wilderness. ❤

[@anaheramitai1418]

That was an epic adventure, all those emotions you felt was what we call or describe as WAIRUA, spiritual healing, feelings, peace, harmonious. Nga mihi ...❤

[@conradphillips6361]

Awesome words!

[@deepsouthNZ]

Glad to see you finally made it mate, welcome glad you enjoyed our little corner of paradise

[@AlexFaucett-fu9sv]

You’re going to get 1 million views! Love watching your adventures and your were an inspiration for me when we started a KZbin page. Thank you for what you do

[@BMWBOOM1976]

Thank you Scotty for sharing your NZ adventure with us. Bloody legend

[@shinji112]

NZ is a truly magical and very special place that will draw you back time and time again. Thanks for sharing your incredible adventure with us.

[@ehelet1965]

I’m from New Zealand and the place is really beautiful amazing indeed you can’t describe the feelings you felt even with those pestering sun flies. You done it mate. Thanks for the video in our land.

[@Big_Daz]

New Zealand is such a picturesque, clean and amazing country. Just got back from my second trip over the ditch and I have to agree with Scotty it’s absolutely breathtaking! Love the longer content mate. Awesome stuff!

[@hornantuutti5157]

Amazing yes. Clean not so much. I suggest you read about that. But beautiful no doubt.

[@adamjoshuahughes3971]

Yeah nah on the clean part. Studying the environmental sciences obviously helps in this regard but yeah; in a river cleanliness test, the majority of them are riddled with pollution. Cutting down natives, and replacing with leeching farms and pinus monocrops keeps degrading it further. The way our small population (relatively speaking) and governments throughout the decades have treated the place is nothing short of despicable. West western govts. and civilisation as a whole takes a step back for once and lets the world breathe deeply again (like it did during lockdown for all to see) then and only then can she recover. It's time to stop seeing ourselves as somehow separate and better than nature, when in fact we are. We can only take so much from her as a species per year, not letting her replenish, before things start to fall apart (as has been pointed out by us scientists for a while now). SORRY for the lecture haha. Beautiful, yes (depending), clean? Sadly, definitely not (The Tourism industry and Agri (and fossil obvs.) being the biggest reasons

[@carrotsandrunning]

@@adamjoshuahughes3971 its all relative. The rivers in NZ for most part don't have traffic cones and burnt out cars in them. Which is better than my country.

[@retiredladyhikertennessee]

Awesome breathtaking views in this video. Enjoying from East Tennessee.

[@deepsouthNZ]

My dad was a proud Queenslander in the 60s he came to the south of the south island and never left he loved this country. The forrest is similar to what you would find in Tassie

[@GypsyGirl317]

Tassie is one place I'd love to visit. Kiwi tramper here. 😊

[@deepsouthNZ]

Tassie is paradise

[@offgridgemstonesandmineral6562]

Tassie born and still here in the bush with views of a lake and mt Cameron behind....I'd love to visit New Zealand ❤

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Minus the things that want to kill you.🤣🤣🤣👊

[@carrier411]

@@GypsyGirl317 direct flights from ChCh and Akld now to Hobart!

[@theghostofkyiv9028]

Myself and a few of the lads are doing this trip now after watching this, what an inspiration my guy!

[@markmcdowall210]

the "IT" moment is one of the nicest expressions ive seen on film in years it must of been satisfying to go through your journey to earn that one moment in time

[@needtokeepwalking]

Holly sh!t, almost 150k subscribers. I remember your original awkward vids and burning everything you cooked. Amazing watching you grow. Keep walking mate.

[@Marie-ef6gw]

You brought me to tears with this scenic wonderland. Love your work Scotty.

[@mikeshaffer207]

INCREDIBLE! would love to replicate this route some day, just wow.

[@kaiwairua7981]

I really felt that moment you were having! The gratitude and connection you were having to the Wairua. That was a beautiful moment 💚

[@cdgregOG]

Man, NZ looks absolutely epic. Thanks for honestly sharing the hardships too (blisters, exhaustion, etc.). Amazing.

[@SharkboySJS]

NZ is unreal! Adding to the bucket list. Cheers mate!

[@pastorlolegi]

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[@sakibomb01]

This brought me straight to tears with the absolute majesty that surrounded you the whole trip.

[@LaurenceLDN]

Had the most enchanted time hiking the Hollyford Track back in 2017. Remember so many of the things that you have shared in this video (and camping in some of the same spots you did - including at St Martin's Bay). Thank you for the journey

[@RichardRossiter-u9o]

Brilliant video, such a great trip. I'm from NZ and live on the West Coast. Ive spent alot of time down where you went. You captured it so well and you show your appreciation and love for being in such special spots. There's nothing better when Aussie's come over and have a great time. Well down for getting off the beaten track abit. I think this video is the highest viewed video on your channel by a country mile. The scenery is spectacular and you showcased it very well......come back...and bring some socks.....

[@andyprice4696]

This was a work of art. One of the best videos I’ve seen on YT… Full stop. Really jealous of this trip. You earned this one. Pure overwhelming beauty!

[@Teresa-mu4kw]

I thoroughly enjoyed all your content, it feels so good to call Aotearoa home❤ love your adventures, and take care of your feet please!

[@joeycarnevale9219]

You can’t hide the joy in your eyes mate!!! Absolute epic trip!!

[@DenisVlasin]

Amazing job Scotty! I'm a New Zealand fan myself and enjoed this video a lot. Shared it with my subscribers.

[@dave-vl6nf]

I did that loop 34 years ago, it is one of the best trips I have done. We walked it all, of course, except for a jet boat ride down Lake Mckerrow. We also arranged for a plane to come in and land on the beach at big bay to drop us food for the second half of the trip. I think it took us 9 days altogether. It only rained once, from day 5 till day 9. I'm a lot fatter and slower nowadays but I reckon another lap might be on the cards, the packraft is a game changer.

[@dawsontatlow9911]

What loop is it called

[@cochbloch]

​@@dawsontatlow9911 hollyford river, Pyke river loop

[@carrier411]

it only rained once, haha, but the rain lasted 4 days!!!! love it.

[@carlvillarreal7603]

My soul needed this today, the surroundings are moving. Scotty thank you for braving the sandflies & taking us on this beautiful adventure with you.

[@susanalbone5101]

One word - EPIC. Well done for persevering. Take care, be safe. ❤ Dorset, UK

[@sarahwinters5321]

Love your passion and respect for me nature. Thanks so much for taking us with you 😊

[@4x4andfishing]

Loved that! Went to NZ south Island and when my mates asked about it I said it is that beautiful that you can't take a bad photo

[@MartinKillips]

I’m going to look into doing the same trip. It looks amazing. As an avid fisherman I think I’d lob out a spinner on the kayak as I paddle the lakes on the off chance I’d nab my next meal. Superb video and very inspiring.

[@EamonWanders]

Unbelievably epic Scotty, journeying to Middle Earth is something us adventurers all dream of.

[@leannasty]

hell yea

[@PerspectiveAustralia]

Just wow! We felt it all with you whilst watching your film. It’s a long time dream of ours to visit NZ. Thank you for telling your story.

[@joshuajames1720]

How amazingly filmed, just one man! Brilliant, thanks!

[@mrgrogfather]

Some of the best waters in the WORLD ! Well worth the trip in any form !

[@English.Andy1]

Scotty, thank you so much for taking me & my family on such a wildly beautiful trip. My family may never get to see this for yourselves being up in the UK. You’re an amazing film maker & storyteller. Have £10 on us mate & I hope it will help towards something you need. Cheers Scotty that was amazing. ATB the Bartlett Family.

[@tasselhoff]

Amazing video, photography and editing! Glad you had a great time, our sandflies say thanks for the great feed!

[@marktaylor8263]

God blesses and touches us with his beautiful work! What a fantastic float/hiking trip. Deer, dolphins, seals, and fantastic brown trout fishing. Beautiful country. Enjoyed this trip very much.

[@jesswilson366]

Seriously epic. Amazing footage. Incredible- loved it. Hope baby is growing well and mumma is doing good.

[@NormW64]

Wow! Oh - my - God! What a nice place on earth! 😍 Thanks for this amazing adventure!

[@petracollins8623]

So happy for you, despite painful feet and aching muscles you are so blissed out with the nature around you.

[@antonreyment8945]

The camera may not do it justice but it is still beautiful. Memories will last you a lifetime, and thanks to you I will remember them too.

[@LazyCurmudgeon]

The beach camp definitely gets my Seal of approval! It looks like you had a Whale of a good time!

[@ezzlaura9325]

Absolutely amazing Scotty, this is one of your best so far. Keep doing what you're doing. Thank you so much for exceptional content!

[@manikzag]

Fantastic views, sir. Glad you were able to get it in. We visited South Island last September and unfortunately didn't get hiking, just hit some spots along the way with a wee little one in a camper van. Still bloody amazing. Those ferny forests. We took a twenty minute diversion just out of Milford sound and there aren't enough words .

[@zakimtshali8105]

New Zealand is truly a magical place

[@dawnvandenbroeck]

Congratulations from canada on a great video and 500,000 plus views.

[@wendyau1160]

I just came back from a 4-week walking trip in NZ. Loved your video. Help me reminisce the great time I had there. Thanks for such beautiful video. Amazing filming and editing work!

[@Rebeccaln61]

That was an awesome trip. Thanks for taking me along.❤❤❤

[@tleej26]

Absolutely fantastic watching a film from Scotty about my own ‘backyard’. Well worth the wait and loved seeing how much joy - in amongst the sandflies - you got from your experience here. Thanks so much for sharing 🏕️🇳🇿

[@hikingsteven7665]

Big love to you Scotty youre a great filmmaker one of the best beautiful nature love it

[@catchbag1398]

Well done mate, and beautifully shot. Welcome to NZ, youve just scratched the surface 😊

[@davidshillito5174]

Great video, i love that you release and respect the animals that you don't need to eat.....so relaxing watching this. Thank you. David from a rainy England UK

[@DottieStanley]

Beautiful trip! New Zealand is on my bucket list for sure! No bears! Yeaaaaaaaaaaaa!

[@Wing_It_Wildflower]

No snakes, no spiders. No ants! Thaaat water! Shots all round! 😍 Congratulations on an epic and heavenly trip and film Scotty! WOW🙌 I might have to go and live in NZ. Nature baby😄👌

[@pressb]

The sand-flies though, they can beat you up.

[@Wing_It_Wildflower]

@@pressb Yeah, endurance sport! 😆

[@sonyavincent7450]

Lots of massive spiders actually, but not the sort that kill you.

[@meganmills5412]

We have ants they are more in the town and citys and parts of the bush

[@bree.bonnie]

@@meganmills5412nz ants are nothing compared to Aussie ants though. Ants in Aussie are huge and all bite 😩

[@TravelwithJennifer-x1z]

You always find the most picturesque spots; your travel instincts are amazing

[@robertperelman7359]

Absolutely gorgeous. I cannot thank you enough for your beautiful videos. It is better than I could have imagined

[@Criticalcontrolpoint]

Your film artistry has conveyed how in heaven you felt. From the sound tracks, the shots, the commentary... Absolutely stunning work! Best watch i've had all week & this reminds me just how much I love that I live here & all of this is accessible. Like I teared up watching this because im hoping to be on some over night camps this year & its got me even more excited.

[@martinsitar6886]

What an incredible place, thanks for sharing this with us. Amazing cinematography, my fav video yet.

[@w.m.433]

Are you kidding? This was SO beautiful. Thx for sharing!