Dolphins surround our Paddle Boards while we were paddleboarding in Torquay, Devon.

[@stevendavies6251]

Absolutely amazing.. Wow what a morning.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

It’s going to take some beating! Thanks for stopping by my channel.

I love dolphins so much!

[@spark_6710]

Oh me ,too !!! 💗💜🥁🎵🐉🎤🎶💞

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Me three! It was such a special day.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

They were so playful and stayed for over an hour, memories for life.

[@apan4201]

Wow! A stunning and beautiful encounter! They truly are an intelligent and beautiful species.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Absolutely, still one of my most treasured memories.

[@mirkasedlakova4446]

Absolutely amazing. I mean this is One of the most beautiful moments.. to see dolphins in the wild .. this is my drem I would like to see it on my own.. I´m happy for you. Lovely to see :-)

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks. It's happened twice now. So very lucky. I'm sure your dream will come true.

[@spark_6710]

I believe New Quay ,Wales is another good place for that !! Or there in Devon ! Or ,come to Cali ,Malibu ,here in L.A.,U.S.A. ! There are many restaurants you can eat your meals & watch 'em swimming & jumping from the water at the same time !! You can swim with 'em of course ! Also in Hawaii ! Or Perth in Australia is another well known place for dolphins bringing you fish !! Lol. 😅😆💜🥁🎵🐉🎤🎶💞

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

@@spark_6710 You're right. There's been a huge increase in numbers all around the south West and so far I think people are being sensible with their interactions.

[@spark_6710]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer HI there ! Cool ! I have been watching many videos of Wales & England for the last 2 years ,almost everyday !! Lol. So ,I've learnt a lot !! Lol. Thank you so much for your reply !! Keep up the good work ! Stay safe ! 👍👍💜🥁🐉🎵🎤🎶💕💞

[@angelablackwell4711]

utterly amazing and you are so blessed to have seen them like this

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you! A memory I'll treasure forever.

[@andreassaurle182]

maybe a once in a lifetime experience! Absolutely amazing!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Happened again today! Vid up but I was more interested in being n the moment than filming.

[@kristinrichards283]

Incredible how beautiful are those dolphins truly heartwarming 💜🙏🏼

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

We were so lucky. A huge moment for me and one that I’ll never forget.

[@wyyrdojim]

They want you to paddle faster so they can play in your wake!😹. Laughing and crying, thanks for sharing this magical moment!😻

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

No worries! I was going flat out! 😂

[@marcs.7102]

What an extraordinary and beautiful experience! No words can describe that.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you. I’m grateful every day for having this experience.

[@Rockercaruthonyoutube]

Brilliant such lovely dolphins

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

They certainly are. We have a resident pod but they are far out now all the summer traffic if here.

[@Benjaminonyoutube]

Wohhh. What an ABSOLUTE treat. Fantastic. Wow. Wow, look at that. That was a real gift of an experience. Very, very lucky to see that. Thanks so much for sharing that because I felt like I was there. 👍

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks. It was amazing.

[@zara5647]

Cried happy tears when I watched this. Not yet come across 🐬.....1 day hopefully. I'll probably be a blubbering wreck when it does happen. 🥲 Loving your videos. Keep them coming x

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you so much. Sadly they don’t come in to shore as much in the summer as all the boat traffic is too noisy for them (i think). i’ll be out on my board all winter hoping for another meeting with them. So pleased you enjoy the videos.

[@garryroberts5106]

I’m fortunate enough to live here - we sea dolphins 🐬 pretty much daily walking the cliffs - they swim around Berry Head ( Brixham ) a lot which is the other side of the bay from Torquay.

[@garryroberts5106]

See not sea !!!

[@riverbankfisher]

So emotional to see these curious and playful creatures coming over to share time with humans. The music score was so appropriate, and truth be told I wiped away a tear. You'll be talking about this day for years to come.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

You're absolutely right, it was just so incredible. Thank you for watching and commenting. Please consider subscribing as my family have said if I get to 400 I can get a drone to enhance my videos.

[@VJCZAJA]

Lovely indeed!🐬🐬🐬🌊🌊🌊🏄🏾‍♂️🌊🌊🌊🌈🌝

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you for the comment and for watching. Please consider subscribing.

[@goldthroneuk]

This is one of my favourite KZbin videos ever! I’ve just bought a sup and I can’t wait to get out on the water, that’s absolutely incredible. How lucky were you guys! The envy is real

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

If you come to Devon let me know, we’ll go out for a paddle. Enjoy your board buddy.

[@spark_6710]

I am jealous ! I love dolphins !!! They are curious natures, They often race with boats ,too ! They also mimic & mock us ,humans !! Lol. 🐬👍👍💜🥁🎵🐉🎤🎶💞

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

They were definitely playing with us this day. Completely on their terms and they were having as much fun as us. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@rickcadger2553]

Lucky man! I see seals and a million jellyfish when I'm out on my board (Cornwall) but the dolphins have eluded me so far. Great video. Lovely to see. :-)

[@harry110952]

What a lovely video thanks for sharing..

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it. Please consider subscribing, I’m trying to build my channel. (Got covid at the mo so locked down for 10 days).

[@Drewholly15]

Magical experience.........one I hope to have 👌

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Get yourself down to South Devon, they are here a lot, you might just get lucky Ian. I’ve had the pleasure of their company 4 or 5 times now. Thanks for stopping by my channel.

[@StevenKeery]

Simply beautiful, what a wonderful experience you had. The dolphins appeared to be having fun with the interaction too.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you. They certainly seemed to be enjoying it. Can’t wait to get back out and see them again.

[@fredMplanenut]

Fantastic, the water appeared so calm. Great video and controlled narrative!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you. I knew I wanted to show the kids I work with, so made an extra effort not to swear!

[@owenjones7620]

I'm so jealous, haha, you nailed it with this one time experience, you lucky people, that's surely is something else, absolute treat for the eyes ❤️, I may be wrong but they kinda like they are protecting you the way they are surrounding your boards...

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

someone else said that, i know we’ve had Thresher sharks in this area but nothing dangerous around here. I’m really looking forward to some wintery, early morning paddles this year.

[@lucychristian7945]

Wow.. absolutely amazing 🐬

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Going out tomorrow to see if they want to say hi again. Thanks for the comment.

[@lucychristian7945]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer hope you get to see them again. What an amazing experience

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Loads of seals (will edit the video in the next few days) but the dolphins were spotted 5 miles up the coast.

[@lucychristian7945]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer aah that’s lovely. Would love to visit there. New subscriber :)

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you. This channel is literally changing my life. Loving meeting all the subscribers and visiting all these amazing places. If you ever visit there’s a paddleboard waiting for you and a guide to show you round.

[@JamesCook-xp2wg]

Absolutely amazing, thankyou for sharing it with me. A once in a life time experience

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

It was just the best day ever. So special and I think you’re right, once in a lifetime.

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

You will not forget this in a hurry! 🥰💞

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Never, best day ever. Thanks for stopping by. Have a lovely weekend.

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer Bottlenose Dolphins have been along the NE Coastline this past weeks. Seen them several times from a distance. Gladdened my heart. Thanks to you both for sharing.

[@talestoinspire]

Dom this is pure brilliance and has made me smile. So beautiful mate :)

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks for commenting, it’s a magical moment for sure.

[@kateh1972]

What a dream come true! Wonderful

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks. Going out tomorrow to see if they come.out again.

[@64wicca]

I'll go down there in June hopefully...fingers crossed..!!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

I can thoroughly recommend the breakfast rolls from the cafe! Delicious.

[@robertbetzala7090]

Wow, absolutely amazing. You're so lucky to have that experience.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks. It was so magical.

[@miririnamir]

Супер! Как замечательно! А мы видим дельфинов в Чёрном море! Однажды дельфин проплывал мимо моего САПа!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

So pleased you saw some too.

[@scooterbuddies22]

Truly amazing im waiting to get a paddle board I can't wait some many reasons to get one thank you for sharing

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

If you are near Devon I’ll happily take you out for a session or two to get you started. I’ve subbed you, keep nailing it.

[@love2travel62]

Thank you for sharing your most amazing adventure your so lucky to experience nature at its best 👍

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Pleasure, glad you enjoyed it.

[@jr5389]

Unexpected turns out to be unbelievable a great day Fantastic 👍👍👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤪

[@FernSprung]

I also liked the video. It was so beautiful and calm. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks. Off to find them again soon as the weather improves.

[@PinzonBike]

O Homem em harmonia com a natureza. Fantastico.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you. 🙏

[@brittneysanders4027]

They are so gorgeous animals😍

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Absolutely. Ever swam with them? Or been up close? I've another few videos where they come see me but I've yet to get in the water with them.

[@terrymather4700]

I live in Torquay and just brought a sup.. More motivation to get in and use it.. Great video

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

We went out again today and had a similar experience. Search Facebook for The Devon and Cornwall YesTribe, great place to meet other adventure types.

[@Viperuk80]

caught this video because I am thinking of taking up paddle boarding as I have never tried and looking for a new hobby. Seeing this has made me want to try it even more, How amazing ! What an experrience to have

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks Mate. Please consider subscribing as soon as I've done my paddle sports leader course there will be some instruction videos being uploaded.

[@Viperuk80]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer done :)

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Appreciate it.

[@adriftonthelot4692]

Amazing experience. I sometimes get to paddle in Florida and have found the odd dolphin, but nothing like that. I experienced a visit from a manatee one time and filmed it using the same music as you. What a coincidence. Subscribing to your channel. Good work.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

My mates take the mick out of my cheesy music choices, but I love them! Manatee are wonderful creatures, never seen one in real Life but one day for sure.

[@GaryMallissa]

What an absolutely epic experience, thank you for sharing this amazing footage. We are in the process of buying paddle boards and was looking into info on paddling on the sea, obviously not until we have some experience. Glad we found this, subbed 😁👍🏻

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Winter paddling is glorious if you get the right conditions. I use BlueSalt boards, they are great. What area are you guys from? The van looks ace, that’s a dream of mine one day. thanks for stopping by and commenting.

[@GaryMallissa]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer it looks absolutely amazing 😁 We are from Shropshire. Thanks very much the vans still working progress but we love it.

[@mauibaya]

Amazing to see the dolphins! Very jealous!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Get yourself down there for a paddle. We've had 3 or 4 encounters now. Each time it was amazing.

[@mauibaya]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer thanks, will put it on my list!

[@brett3007]

Amazing !!!!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thank you. Please consider subscribing.

[@brett3007]

Subscribed 👍🏻

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Really appreciate it. Got a brilliant Devon hidden gem coming up this week.

[@connectivehealing1574]

Mesmerising, how beautiful. No dolphins off the coast of Blackpool today 😂 but looking forward to my trip to Wales, as we always see them there.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Did you get to see any? Hope So.

[@connectivehealing1574]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer yes we did. We were unable to paddle board as it was so windy but the house we stay on is elevated on the sea front and we saw them several times out in the bay.

[@TheKayakCrew]

Amazing footage, they literally put on a show for you

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

They absolutely did. I never take this for granted and am aware of how lucky we are. Seen them up close four times now but never again like this. The raw footage is me of my most prized possessions. Thanks for stopping by my channel.

[@annagriffiths717]

Oh my gosh you must feel so blessed how magical ❤️ 🐬 are so beautiful, my sister had a similar experience but not as many or quite as close as you guys down in Newquay Wales - also captured the moment on the gopro. Your video is just amazing what an epic day 🥰 thanks for sharing x x

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Cheers. We've had a couple more experiences with them since, they seem to like us. Took two of my kids out on New Year's Day and they got to meet them too.

[@annagriffiths717]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer what a magical experience, I have met an inquisitive seal and a single porpoise 🐬 down Saundersfoot on a Sunset SUP but nothing like you have experienced ❤️🚎 shall try to head down when restrictions lift see if I get lucky 🐬🐬🐬🤞🏻

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

@@annagriffiths717 give me a shout and I'll join you.

[@annagriffiths717]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer will do be good to have a guide 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@spark_6710]

If you guys visit U.S. in the future ...you totally can do that almost everyday in Malibu ,Marina Del Rey ,Santa Monica !!! Hawaii ,too ,of course !! 💜🥁🎵🐉🎤🎶💗💕💞

[@FDCLDN]

Got a SUP today, can't wait to get out on it, epic video btw bro

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Hope you enjoy it! Be safe. Winds, tides, estuary races, waist belt, etc etc. I’ve a video on two safety items I take out on all trips.

[@FDCLDN]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer Thanks for the advise.

[@miririnamir]

Как замечательно! Однажды дельфины проплывали мимо моего SAP в Чёрном море!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Fabulous. I’ve always wanted to visit the Black Sea.

[@ScunthorpeUnited]

What an amazing experience for you both. 👏🏼👏🏼 🐬

[@NickIrlam-gh9hp]

Just wow

[@FlipFlopsOrWellies]

What an amazing experience.

[@LoveSundays]

Wow you’re so lucky to come across a pod whilst out int he water. Great video by the way. Hello from Cornwall I’ve subscribed

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Lovely to meet you. Thanks for the sub, I just post for my own memories but it's nice to know they are of interest to others. You should join the Devon and Cornwall YesTribe on FB.

[@LoveSundays]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer 🤔 I’ll check that group out thank you

[@brianmorrison9168]

I have just bought an inflatable paddle board, which I have tried out twice so far, with great success. The only problem, is carrying the board to the launch site (the North Sea) Although the board isn’t particularly heavy, it is a bit awkward to carry. I’ve been looking online for carrying straps and there are a few, ranging in price from less than a tenner, to some much more expensive... they seems too good to be true. Have you used straps to carry your SUP .. if so, which one did you buy ?

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Hi. I have tried a few but with limited success, I have swapped my board bag for a huge 110lt gul dry bag with rusksack straps, works great. Thanks for stopping by my channel. Check out my cave video on the paddleboard, it was so amazing.

[@me.my.son.and.i]

My absolute dream!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Was amazing mate. Out tomorrow to see if I can find them again. On Kayaks this time.

[@me.my.son.and.i]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer I have just bought a 'Sandbanks Style, Optimal' drop stitch, inflatable kayak and will be going out on that for the first time with my son tomorrow. We'll be on local rivers though, don't expect we'll see any dolphins.......maybe the odd shopping trolley lol

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Well have a great time. If you’ve read my bio you’ll see I lost my son last year, he set this channel up for me. Have a wonderful time and enjoy every minute. Much love.

[@me.my.son.and.i]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer Oh my goodness, I'm so sorry! That's awful :( I hadn't read, but I have now. I'm sure he will be looking down on you and pleased to see you enjoying and documenting your adventures. Keep it up and have a great time tomorrow too. Stay safe

[@KevThePirate]

Beautiful, this is my dream for my wife to experience exactly this, hopefully we can experience the same one day in our inflatable kayak, where about was you when you saw the dolphins? Like what beach or something? Edit: Just read the full description, and this was in November? 🥶

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

If head another 4 meetings with them. They are resident in Torbay but stay further out (mostly) in the summer months. Probably due to the increased boat noise and traffic. Hope you get your experience with them, it was truly life changing for us. I’ll be back out each week trying to repeat this in the autumn and winter.

[@dannythedolphinofficial5332]

Amazing

[@peterdelmonte9832]

Wonderful. And (just a personal opinion) as with almost every musical accompaniment to You Tube videos, would have been even better with no music at all while retaining the sounds of the sea, your paddles and voices. Eric Normark makes the best films of the outdoors and they attract many comments thanking him for including only the sounds of nature. But thank you for posting the vid of your remarkable encounter.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

This is very timely. I have started a re-edit as I thought the same. Keep your eyes peeled for it in the next few weeks.

[@martinwillcox6652]

Just come across this video, how fantastic was that, I’ve taken up sup myself, only been on the river wye so far,can’t wait to get out in the sea, what part of Devon coast was that?

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Torbay, Anstey Cove. They live in the bay all year round but rarely do they interact like this. we were very lucky.

[@paulgardner3926]

Awesome Vid! Thinking about heading down to Torbay Friday! Where did you launch in this vid?

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Anstey Cove, they are about at the moment too.

[@paulgardner3926]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer great thanks. Awesome videos by the way. Gives me inspiration and motivation to get out and about👍

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

really pleased to hear that, It absolutely keeps me healthy in both body and mind. Did tue vid convince you to subscribe?

[@paulgardner3926]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer Went down to Anstey cove yesterday. Had a awesome time, kids also loved it. Didn’t see any dolphins unfortunately. But maybe next time. 👍

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

You’ll get to see them one day mate. I’ve had 4 encounters now, but i’ve been out 1000’s of times. The rarity of it is what makes it special. Hope you had a wonderful day with your family, that’s the real win.

[@FortheLoveofCycling]

Amazing.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Just got back from having another close encounter with them! Will upload in a couple of days. So lucky.

[@FortheLoveofCycling]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer nice

[@stuarttalksstuff57]

Hi there I’m only in Taunton where about did you launch from I don’t reconize it thanks stu

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Anstey Cove, happy to join you one day.

[@kattonks3720]

Unbelievable.... so lucky!! Where were you? Maceley Cove by any chance? x

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Anstey Cove.

[@kristaps2010]

I think it's really good! wow 6:20 and after it just gets better :)

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks Kris. Glad you enjoyed it. Please consider subscribing.

[@TruuGemini]

Love the video!!!

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Thanks. I never tire of watching it.

[@NorthernAnt]

Hi has this happened since? I might go to the bay to see if this will happen

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

4 times since. Twice more in this location and then a couple of times in different areas a long the coast. I'm going out agan tomorrow.

[@NorthernAnt]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer what an experience

[@NorthernAnt]

What did you film this on? Thanks

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Gopro Hero 7 Black. I now have the 7 Black and the 9 Black with the max lens mod.

[@NorthernAnt]

@@TheOptimisticAdventurer thanks

[@Kungfugrasshoppa]

Very dope. How/why were there like 4 massive ships in your view at one point?

[@themiddleagedadventurer5176]

They are using the bay as a cheap mooring place during COVID. I've another video when I was on a tour of them.

[@Kungfugrasshoppa]

@@themiddleagedadventurer5176 that's cool. Just getting into paddleboarding in Essex. You have inspired me.

[@themiddleagedadventurer5176]

@@Kungfugrasshoppa cool. Enjoy.

[@neilh1086]

If this video doesn't make you want to paddle board I don't know what will.

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

Your absolutely right mate. I've been out every week since! Even took my kids down New Year's Day and saw them again. Thanks for stopping by my channel.

[@wildwelshgirl]

Omg I think I'd be scared

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

We genuinely were, a real mix of fear and excitement. Thanks for watching. I’m off to Wales for some adventuring soon, love it there.

[@daviej1979]

Don’t think it was much of a race 😂great video

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

I was giving them a chance! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, please consider subscribing.

[@capkirill]

"owly smowly" means something fun in english? isn't it?

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

It's what I say instead of swearing.

[@psychiatry-is-eugenics]

Oceans are dying from too many

[@psychiatry-is-eugenics]

People

[@TheOptimisticAdventurer]

I’d say me and my friends are part of the solution rather than part of the problem. Thanks for the comment though.