Backpacking Across the Portuguese Island of Madeira

[@Mike-rw2nh]

As the laziest sod on this planet, I’d like to say a massive thank you for these uploads. On my sofa, with my guitar, getting 10k steps by proxy. Stellar content, good sir!

[@dronespace]

'steps by proxy' lol love it

[@morris9337]

To each their own my man! Enjoy the proxy steps haha

[@smoll.miniatures]

vicariously walking 10k is my favourite past time

[@CalmingAnxiety]

A perfect end to my day Liam. Old bloke so, 4 mile run this morning, then a 7 mile hike to help a mate who is training for the 3 peaks challenge. Then my new trainers arrived.... same as yours!! Taking up trail running now. And you inspired a 59 year old to get out and enjoy life a little more, Thanks.

[@cliveramsbotty6077]

sounds like age is no excuse you'll ever use pal

[@negativedecay]

Love that scenery, enormous cliffs covered in forest rising out of the sea. Thanks for not putting terrible music in your videos and letting nature's soundtrack do the job. Love those drone shots with ambient sounds too, very relaxing.

[@cliveramsbotty6077]

mate you need to show the cooking you do in the evenings - watching you get really excited about even the most basic meal is my favourite part

[@gaz8080]

I agree, I’d love these videos to be longer, an hour at least. 30 mins doesn’t do the trip and all the effort you put in justice. I’d love to see you camping, where you eat etc.

[@christopherhedley5345]

Another top job Liam. I met you in the airport on your way back from this one. Strangely, a little starstruck I’d say but if I’d had all my wits about me, I’d have taken the opportunity to tell you that I appreciate your work, sharing your journeys with people. I think my favourite thing about your stuff is that you get yourself into mischief but sort yourself out and are prepared to show it - whether you’re escaping toilets that your trying to camp in, almost falling off cliffs attempting to recover a drone or trees stabbing you in the head, you take it in your stride. Thanks for doing your thing - and living for this kind of stuff

[@dougiehopps2463]

Love your KZbin vlogs, as an ex runner of many years with now back pain that stops me walking a decent distance in retirement I ust love to sit with a coffee and watch your ace camera work and vlog adventures, brilliant Liam, keep up the vlogs, cheers Dougie

[@ryanelewis1379]

Thank you for making these videos and taking us to places we may never see for ourselves

[@geordiedeviant]

Easily one of your best yet. Madeira looks beautiful and some of those drone shots... *chefs kiss*. Nice one Liam!

[@sebsewell6250]

Can you do a video on how you plan your routes?

[@alexgener4309]

Thanks!

[@louisb1]

Mate you put out some of the best content on youtube. Love these videos.

[@Robaylesbury]

This was magnificent Liam. What a journey. What an island. I completed the Ridgeway in 4 days as the sun was setting on Ivinghoe Beacon on Saturday night, so getting another one of your adventures is just a bonus. Great stuff, fella!

[@wonderwalluk1568]

You have nailed it yet again. Such an inspiration. Curious how you find/plan your routes and how you don't get lost. You don't appear to use GPS or carry maps.

[@CATS57CATS]

Thanks

[@BTR9091]

Incredible footage Liam. Your walks are an escape from the realities of monotonous days. Keep up the great work mate 🎉

[@lewis_kelly]

I think the most impressive things about your videos Liam is the discipline and persistence you show. I've done 2 days of walking before, a couple of times, and your body is wrecked & your mind can get quite heavy - to the extent you don't necessarily take in the amazing places you're walking through. I often wonder to myself when you're on these long walks how you deal with that, but amazing that it's always seemingly with positivity, again thoroughly enjoyed watching this & look forward to the next one you're able to do 👍🏻👍🏻

[@silvestrept]

I'm Portuguese and just spent a few days last week in Madeira, I had never been there and fell in love with the place. Did some walks but mostly went round the island in a car, was able to see some stunning views. I'm glad you enjoyed it as much as I did, your video looks amazing. Take care!

[@marcellooss]

I’m from Funchal, the main city in the island, Madeira is a special place… Been seeing yr videos for a while and it was a nice surprise when I saw you were coming here… Glad you enjoyed it 🤙

[@richardcwmason4492]

One of my best friends is from Medeira , he still goes back many months of the year to visit his family - looks amazing

[@Gamer4Wife]

Not going to lie that was a very impessive video. Great stuff Liam! Glad to see you enjoying life to the full.

[@HD32PLAY]

You captured some absolutely beautiful shots on this one Liam. Stunning environments, thanks for taking us with you.

[@davewesley11]

I went here last year loved the place. I didn't get to see as much as you Liam . But was one of the best hols I've ever had, defo wanna go back . was a bit disappointed you didn't share what you was having for tea like you did in previous vids . hope you will bring the feature back in ya next outings Liam !!

[@jackiekinner3826]

I missed that too. 😢

[@pixiholly]

That was spectacular. You have such a great eye for framing a shot, and also for the observational details. I've not been far our of Funchal before, but definitely planning more exploration next time.

[@UkSapyy]

I love islands. Some of the most dynamic and compact natural beauty are on Islands. Stunning.

[@theohenderson192]

I think I speak for us all when I say we love these videos. Just keep them coming- so long as you still have the passion to do so, as it's always a great day when the newest Liam Brown backpacking video comes out. And based on your great choice of locations, if I had to guess.. I'd say the Azores are next!

[@bentiller6248]

Superb once again mate. Madeira is stunning, unique, and most importantly not overly popular with tourists. Hope you managed to spend some time in Funchal before you flew out.. magical little city with incredible food. Carry on inspiring us Liam, already can't wait for your next adventure.

[@Zoomdak]

What an amazing hike. I can only imagine the exhaustion of constantly going up and down those mountainsides! Incredible scenery!

[@Donneczka1]

Well done Liam! Beautiful place! You have really honed your backpacking skills! If you can swing it, visit the US someday! There are lots of nice trails everywhere, especially in the West. Recommend California, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, Alaska. The Appalachian Trail runs from Georgia to Maine. Lots of fabulous terrain! Keep at it dude!

[@michaelwright2824]

I went there last year. Did several day hikes and there's barely a flat trail in site, so fair play mate. Such an underrated island. The Hawaii of Europe 😊

[@lazylad8544]

Well done on ticking another monstrous journey off the list. This one looked a challenge even for you. Great drone footage and camera work. 👍👍

[@michaeljames8534]

Truly wonderful Liam, thank you for taking us along with you. Your vids and travels are the best, all the best. 👊

[@thedoberman6240]

The first time I went to Madeira it snowed. Then pure sun, heat-wave. Then storms. You get everything there. Beautiful place. Was glad to run the MIUT race there at the weekend - a lot of the same route as you. The Encumeada bit is other worldly. Lovely vid

[@Jeroeny]

I recognized some of the trails you took! Same as you I went from west to east through Pico Ruivo. I was battered from hiking the day before. But the people kept coming from the east side. It was really confusing. Where did all these people come from? How are these people here so early? Why aren't they tired? While I was rejoicing in the beautiful stars at the night before. I was wondering. How could they have made that beautiful building on Madeira's highest mountain? Turned out there was a huge car park a few KMs further. I was so close to civilization without knowing it. ^^ This is what I like about your videos. It seems like you don't do too much planning. I try to do it as little as possible. Since it takes away a bit of the fun for me. But still I find myself do too much of it. Also I actually enjoyed the clouds. It was my first time going from a clear day into the clouds forming around me. Literally walking into them. Changing from a sweaty climate to a constant humid shower.

[@OddznSods]

Wow Liam, to think how far you have come and gone during the last 2 years is truly amazing! I was the same in my late teens - early twenties, I had to do something that I would remember in 20 or 30 years time. (but not on your level, and not alone).You have such great knowledge and wisdom for a young guy and have the videos for you to look back on later in life! Keep up your inspiring work, it's awesome to say the least..

[@shearershearer]

Brilliant footage Liam.I've been to Madeira but would never be able to get to the places you've walked, thanks for showing.

[@RivnatZille]

These are some of the most beautiful cliffs I've ever seen! Great video!

[@maximumedgedaytrading]

Liam, you are a true inspiration!! My favorite channel.

[@sarahk5724]

Amazing hike! Madeira is incredible, breath-taking scenery and not overrun with tourism. I really enjoyed your adventure. Thanks for taking us along.

[@john101CT]

Thanks again Liam for sharing your trip with us, so inspiring and understated! You seem to be doing so much less cooking on your more recent hikes; is this the case, or are you simply failing to film your meals on the trail? The system of water courses is quite unique. I found it strange that you were evicted from that camp site. As you arrived at it, I thought "Wow, this is the first time I've seen Liam actually using a camping site!" Didn't last long, did it?! Cheers, from Cape Town.

[@Gutgulper]

That looked beautiful. Your editing skills are top notch lad :)

[@DaveyDays]

Another class video mate you're living the life, keep it up 👍

[@GamerDaze-r6n]

Amazing how you watched it in 3minutes haha. Fast forward?

[@DaveyDays]

@@GamerDaze-r6n Are you the timekeeping police ?

[@sharondavis8003]

Super journey, Liam. Especially loved the sound of the sea 🌊 at your final destination. Great job 😊👍🏻🙋🏼‍♀️🇺🇸

[@hnahler]

Having done quite some LDPs in the UK, this looks like the inspiration to venture further. It's a great distance for a week's holiday. Excellently filmed and narrated.

[@Anastasia-lf9xb]

an absolute dream to watch, living vicariously through you!

[@williambuxton8223]

Absolutely stunning Liam,I can't tell you how much I look forward to your next upload. Beautiful shot and produced. Better than anything on television by miles

[@sykesHQ]

What a trek Liam! I was in Madeira last week and hiked the highest point in the island and it was incredible. I’ll be camping next time

[@monikawritingcomeseasier2637]

Love all your videos Liam. You've been my fav KZbinr for the past 3 years and even though I've watched hundreds of other videos, nobody can compare . Your vibe, energy, sensitivity, everything. That's such a beautiful video. I want to go to Madeira and now you made me want to go asaaaappppp

[@ralfhedin]

Great video and your reflections really add to the atmosphere.

[@madcitywendy]

Thank you for taking us along to this beautiful island! Greetings from Wisconsin, USA.

[@MrSilviofreitas]

Esperto! Não mostrou onde dormiu porque é proibido montar tendas na serra.

[@o.bsoutdoors3871]

We love Madeira and have visited 4 times to hike over there. No way could we manage something as epic as this though, the ascent alone is crazy! Such stunning scenery, it really is a gorgeous island and a hikers paradise, as you said, something else! Fantastic video, some of the best content we have seen on you tube😊👍👌

[@ciulabula1]

Great walk Liam, great to be coming back to Madeira with your upload! Thanks for your continued work

[@3pk3pktube]

Good "Moin" Liam! I love the way you getting, editing and sharing these experiences ! 👍 Never give THAT up! Thanks Sascha 🙃

[@scotlandsbest3981]

Another great trek and extremely well filmed Liam. I'd also thoroughly recommend Harmen Hoek's trek across Madeira as an accompaniment to this for anyone interested. Cheers!

[@cr_louis2683]

Visited Madeira last summer - absolutely wonderful place. Hope you had a lot of fun and keep up the amazing content.

[@philipfowke7074]

You have such a gift to communicate the joy of all your adventures. Your videos are a pleasure to watch. Above all, your presentations have a simplicity and glorious absence of distracting musicalised soundtracks. Keep up the good work. You should be given an award.

[@woodchip2782]

You’re getting better and better… so nice to watch this, it’s candy for the eyes and the heart! Thank you!😊

[@PMR]

this was so nice seeing your view of the island I grew up in :) and props to you man you took those hills like a champ ahah great video!

[@Ripperz667]

I have watched all your treks in the UK and now abroad. Keep going Liam, your videos are well edited and the narration is top notch too.

[@TheSteOli]

Great video, and thanks for showcasing what Madeira has! But keep in mind it is not allowed to camp in areas which are not designated for such practice, at least without a permit. Cheers

[@jimscarlet]

Another stunning video, Liam, Madeira really does look like a walkers paradise...if you like hills that is. Great to see you looking so happy, you truly seem to have found your niche in life.

[@thednadane]

That looked amazing Liam and beautifully filmed as usual!

[@rileyuktv6426]

What an incredible journey you’ve been on since you started - Keep on Living It! ❤ Travel Slow

[@kennethpaultargett5483]

I've watched this a few times....... And Honestly Liam ......... You are a very lucky individual to have this............... Absolutely Love Everywhere You Explore....... ❤

[@williamharrison6839]

Had a weeks holiday there in June with my fiance and had a motorbike to get around , we have fallen in love with this island, we did a lavada walk and also hiked the highest peak on the island but would love to trek it as you have .

[@StephyLocas]

Living vicariously through you Liam 🤩

[@Marie-rv4wt]

Great footage…thank you for another beautiful virtual adventure. Liam, you are an inspiration.

[@senderismoeexperiencias]

What a beautiful adventure! Nature always presents us with many surprises. Congrats on the ride and thanks for sharing. A hug.

[@kathleencummins8391]

Thank you ! Very much enjoyed ! Lots of admiration and appreciation!

[@markwilliamson9140]

What a journey Liam, you blew my mind mate 👍

[@paulinepayne6731]

Love your travels, Liam. The quality of the photography plus your enthusiasm for and appreciation of the landscape is music to my ears. Thank you so much for sharing. My long distance walking days are sadly over. It’s wonderful to follow yours.

[@exAirMover]

Liam, mate in the pub surgestted your vid tonight when I mentioned future ambitions of the GR20 in Corsica. I've only watched 1:10 mins of your vid now and I'm looking forward to the rest when I get home 👍🎉

[@leeruffner1553]

Liam, Great video! Enjoyed sharing it with you. Thanks, I'm looking forward to the next one!

[@Tom-hl7wc]

That’s some good going Liam. Looked like a lot of steep accent/descent. Thanks for taking me along.

[@jemlew]

What beautiful and relaxing content, I watched backing Britain and have been hooked ever since. Liam, you legend, keep it up! 👊🏼

[@patricialyon4026]

I’d love a list of how you linked up the Levadas to cross the island and intrigued how you ‘winged’ the camping as Madeira is permit only camping or campsites 😅 Full respect for your walk as massive elevations. Do you know your total. I love Madeira. The walking is amazing.

[@Anon90210]

Great videos. I came across your channel last week and I find myself binge watching when I can.

[@janetmariaburke4208]

I really enjoyed Madiera, what a beautiful place. The silence was 1 of my favourite parts of your film. Missed your cooking classes. Thank you.

[@yattle7897]

Beautiful video Liam. Madeira definitely on my bucket list now. Thanks lad.

[@CATS57CATS]

One of the best you have made, very enjoyable. Thanks Liam

[@Davidsdigitalmemories]

What a video. I didn't expect Madeira to look like that. Awesome place. Thankyou for this video.

[@euanstillion7390]

Jesus I’ve been waiting on this, return of the king xx

[@theolewis8948]

Lovely video. I like the fact that you seem to be able to take your time to appreciate what's around you. When I'm on a trail I find it hard to be patient enough to slow down and take it all in.

[@stuandimi1480]

You should include the process of getting to a location and leaving, prices of things ect it would make it more informative for people who want to do these walks. Love the content keep it up mate 😊

[@YorkieLad]

Liam, from the van life to now trekking and earning a living out of it clearly. Well done mate just being watching all your latest adventures.

[@stephencrowther9226]

Thanks Liam. Really enjoyed that as ever. Perhaps you should consider the Corfu Trail for a future adventure? 220kms across Corfu island taking in mountain and coast.

[@DireSteel]

you're totally inspiring me to go on a walking holiday n just tent up n only bring minimal items! looks like such a perfect way to live n see the world!

[@swissmissyogini]

Thank you for taking us with you on your hikes! I am always happy for you when you find a cafe!

[@joanweightman2275]

Lovely, really lovely! Thanks Liam

[@andypearmain7396]

Another brilliant video! Currently backpacking south east Asia but find time to relax and watch these videos! Great effort on this one pal .. looking forward to the next! 👍

[@paullawton5701]

Elite cinematography on this one. Look forward to the next!

[@celesterakhale7496]

Astoundingly beautiful island.Nice upload..thanks Liam

[@gjones7547]

I'm heading that way in a few weeks. I was thinking of staying put in Funchal with maybe a little scuba. But after this, I'm definitely heading for the hills. I really appreciate your efforts and great video. 👍

[@ROBOLOGY.wildcamping]

Awesome video mate ,iv been watching all your videos and I’d love to follow in your footsteps one day and do some hiking and camping outside the uk ,thanks for the inspiration 👏

[@MurdoDW]

Awesome hike dude. When you did your John o'groats to lands end you headed down the east coast of Scotland to inverness. Just wanted to say you should check out the West Coast, totally different and more dramatic scenery. Just be mindful of the midges in summer!

[@SuddentExcitement42O]

What a great upload, really enjoyed this one.

[@ambersykes1070]

Hi Liam, I finish university on May 20th, and the thing that’s keeping me going right now is the thought of a solo adventure, something just like yours. I’ve loved your videos since you first started posting them on KZbin.. they’ve been a confirmation for me to solo travel. Where would you recommend for my first adventure? I’m of fairly decent fitness level so challenging hikes would be great too. Thank you

[@janscend]

Thanks again Liam Amazing video I left all the Ads Play to Support you as a fellow Creator Great Job Man and looking forward to watching the rest of your content Greetz from Jamaica 🙂Madeira looks Amazing Man

[@thefeelcompany]

Wow. That really is an eye opener. Beautiful place. Beautiful way to show it to us.

[@jordenavfc]

Would love to see some Greek islands mate. Rhodes would be a good one, a lot of lovely places in the hills for great viewing spots. October would be a good time to do it as weather would be about 27 degrees so a lot cooler

[@duneideann9241]

What an amazing trip. Surprising for such a tropical place that there are no dangerous snakes , spiders etc