Face to Face with the Largest Great White Shark I've seen this Year: Return to Guadalupe Island.

In this video, I share footage of my October return trip to Isla Guadalupe. October is all about large female white sharks. I came face to face with the largest shark I've ever seen. I also explain how different it is here in August compared to late October. I filmed shark jumping straight out of the water, and the seals along the rugged coast with large sharks nearby. Additionally, this video discusses the importance of shark tourism and its value to the continued protection of Guadalupe Island. Ohh and did I say I filmed many
Thanks to the crew of the Belle Aime & the staff at
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DISCLAIMER:
I'm NOT a marine biologist or naturalist. As with all KZbin content, I encourage independent verification of facts via official scientific and trustworthy sources. I will strive to post citations for any information I discuss here whenever possible. My goal is to use photography and drones to bring awareness to wildlife and the nature around us. I welcome collaborations with scientists to bring cinematic elements to the educational presentation.
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[@v.e.7236]

I met a Great White while Abalone hunting near Catalina Island and it was the scariest experience I can recall, bar none. I only had a mask, fins and snorkel and had to hold my breath longer than I've ever held it before, as it passed overhead. I had just pulled an Abalone and was about to push off the bottom to the surface when I saw it coming straight at me from maybe 50 ft away. I just kind of hunkered down in a crevice of rock while it passe by. Being less than ten feet from something so large and powerful was both horrifying and exhilarating at the same time.

[@moiraohara]

Idk how people can go to waters with sharks and abalone hunting is so risky. I love seeing docs about it :) if it was not for the sharks it would be a great profession altough in australia etc there’s probably other dangerous and not just sharks 🤭

[@meadend9053]

Thank goodness you saw it in time

[@donaldgoodinson7550]

I have come across quite a few great whites while spear fishing in False Bay.Although it was a quite a scary experence fo me ,they just seemed curious.I have fond memories of spear fishing off Catalina Island when I was in the States.

[@mchapman1928]

I suppose if you are lucky enough to cross their path when they are not hungry, it ends well.

[@ahaha8]

So that shark knew long before you were there because of its electric sense. So probably would have been no difference to go to the surface?

[@matthewbell1968]

We all owe this guy a beer. The professionalism, knowledge and respect for the environment is just superb, without a doubt one of the best channels on KZbin. Period. 👍👍

[@mrgaudy1954]

Don’t know why but assumed you were talking about the shark until the last couple of years

[@JRastafari007]

Howabouthetruth deep breaths...center

[@gb1967.]

@@howabouthetruth2157 chill dafty he was just making the point the channel is full of quality content, which I agree with, quite why his comment provoked your preachy response is unclear, but good luck to you 🖐

[@Dani-ICU-RN]

Yep... someone tell National Geographic they are missing out !!

[@Dani-ICU-RN]

@@howabouthetruth2157 all he meant was THIS GUY IS AWESOME, AND ,from the tone of voice, footage, & info, he's above & beyond... geeeze...!

[@brentparks3669]

Reminds me of how shark week used to be and still should be! Thank you for your content and allowing us to see the lives of these majestic animals.

[@runeofnoweyr]

That water! So blue!! So clear like a giant fine-cut gemstone!! Oh this was amazing to see!

[@beauch1119]

I have been fascinated with great white sharks my entire life. Read countless books, watched countless documentary films on them. This is the first time someone has explained so clearly the difference between males and females.

[@masterofwit339]

Same! When all of my elementary school classmates ran to the children’s book section of the library, there I was… fully immersed in the Carcharodon carcharias section!

[@Lauren-zi7rg]

I’m addicted to your videos! They sometimes make me emotional with how beautiful they are

[@dawnking2652]

I always find it so relaxing to watch.

[@RPostVideos]

Thank you for not discussing sharks as if they are nothing more than killing machines! They are beautiful and so important to the health of the oceans!❤️ I love your videos! ❤️

[@lauratibbles6598]

This is so true you have said a mouthful and people just don’t get it …. Thank you 🙏🏾 🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🌈🌈🌈

[@kevinwells4986]

I'll just upvote you. Nothing better to say actually.

[@alexwoolford_surf]

same

[@upgrade1015]

What those kill monsters???

[@nickmitsialis]

Like with lions and tigers, admire but respect them; they're beautiful and graceful but they are also predators.

[@leekorbel1191]

I think a lot of people, myself included always look forward to anything you do here. Your content from the superb photography, the well thought out commentary, and your passion for all of the sea's creatures and commitment to be a positive influence are just outstanding! And when it comes to great whites you are the white shark warrior. Everything you've done has been outstanding and I appreciate it very much! Thank you!

[@lacala2582]

Beatiful comment

[@fredjennings5312]

Really? I enjoy the photography, but I often think that I would never want to meet or talk with the fucker.

[@leekorbel1191]

@@fredjennings5312 Why not?

[@VoicyZA]

You mention "each with their own personality". I keep telling people sharks have individual personalities. Especially the hammerheads I've dived with. Some are shy, some are inquisitive. Same goes for mantas (some LOVE diver bubbles)...but none more so than tigersharks off the Aliwal Shoal in South Africa who react differently to divers they recognize. Gentle giants indeed.

[@GORILLA_PIMP]

Wow that's facinating

[@BS-dq1kz]

Tiger sharks are “gentle giants”? I thought they were one of the most aggressive shark species?

[@shxrp6644]

@@BS-dq1kz no they just will eat anything which is why they have more attacks

[@scorbunny7737]

​@@BS-dq1kzI know I was just thinking the same thing like wtf??? 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@geoff4705]

Your underwater photography is just as striking and respectful as your aerial body of work. Congratulations on an amazing transition to a new medium!

[@alexpiva9672]

The superb quality of the footages along with the gentle commentary and soft background music make this short documentary one of the best I've ever watched and, as a life-long shark enthusiast, I've been watching tons of them for about 5 decades. My sincere compliments. Thanks for posting.

[@annakeye]

Fantastic footage and once again, a mindful and considered narration of your experiences. The world needs more people like you, fighting for the marine environment, and the flora and fauna that inhabit it. It's too horrible to contemplate a world without Great Whites in it, or for that matter, without the seahorses, crustacea, cephalopods or planktons etc.,. Thanks again.

[@teresaparton4641]

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[@juliesong4123]

Thank you for bringing awareness to the importance of great white sharks!! 💕🦈

[@pietropes1322]

The sharks must be counting their blessings every day that Orca don't find out about this place otherwise it's all over for them, they'd have to find somewhere else - amazing footage.

[@mrgaudy1954]

If you live in the ocean and are alive it’s generally only because orcas either don’t know where you are or don’t consider you worth bothering with

[@lyndoncmp5751]

Orcas actual don't seem to usually turn up to places high in great white convergence and lingering. Only occasionally. Probably for the safety of their young ones. If orcas routinely seeked out and targeted great whites then they'd be turning up at great white hot spots frequently. They don't. I suspect when great whites get too close to orcas then they might sometimes attack them. This is what happened at the Farallon Islands in 1997. They were there to attack sea lions. A juvenile great white then appeared and swam towards them and was then killed. Orca v great white is rare.

[@Philly73nation]

@@mrgaudy1954 Actually you will be fine . Orcas are you safest bet if you're swimming in area around them from Great Whites

[@DelightLovesMovies]

I love seeing the underwater photography like that.

[@neveknager2010]

I'm always looking for your next video. Great footage and information to help educate and shed new light about white sharks. Helping to rewrite our understanding of the nature of these majestic creatures. Thank you for all you do!

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Awesome, thank you!

[@rosebojorquez1237]

I've always been in awe of these amazing white sharks 🦈. They're so graceful as they glide past the camera. Videos like these will hopefully bring awareness to how beautiful and needed these animals are❤❤

[@Greatwhite22]

Wow I can feel the fear and excitement from viewing these sharks from the comfort of my home. Thankyou that some exceptional footage.

[@MrErosennin69]

I'm not one to often take the time and leave a comment on KZbin videos but this one is absolutely AMAZING. This is probably some of the most gorgeus, if not the THE most beautiful, footage of great whites I saw in a very long time. I watched this on my TV the other night and lord was I blown away by what displayed! Thanks for your passionate work that transpires in every shot and for shedding a kind and peaceful light on those creatures!

[@jomama5186]

Awesome. I'm a big believer in live and let live. I've got a fee gardener(?) snakes that sunbathe in my front and back yard depending on the time of year. I warn my lawn guys to NOT hurt them. They kill rats! I can walk by them as long as I'm not looking at or talking to them. It works with most wildlife. That way, I can enjoy them better and they live in peace on my property.

[@sherylwagner1209]

I have been in aw of these amazing creatures for as long as I can remember. I have known since childhood that they were not the man-eating machines that people thought they were. Thank you for what you do to share the value of these animals with others!!

[@BS-dq1kz]

You should go watch a bunch of the Sharks Happen videos here on KZbin. I have to disagree with you that they aren’t man eaters. They quite literally have eaten many men, women and children.

[@MarieAntoinetteandherlittlesis]

Absolutely Amazing footage!! Certain channels or shows always try to make them look so fierce and aggressive- but it’s nice to see them as calm, graceful animals as well. It’s amazing to just observe wildlife as it is instead of whipping them into a frenzy and getting the same shots over and over.

[@lostinspace699]

What about the Poor Seals ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Fuck the sharks

[@lhugueny]

This was amazing! I've always wanted to cage dive, but now I HAVE TO after watching this video. Thank you :)

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Go for it!

[@marcsnijder2135]

For me the same,i also want to cage dive. It's a dream to do it once.....

[@scottboston4607]

A dream of mine as well!!

[@johnlecavalier6199]

you're insane, but you're content is even more insane

[@elisamaza8909]

Nobody HAS to cage dive. A Marine Biologist, Robert Marc Lehmann, recently talked about cage diving and does NOT recommend it, because it contains a lot of risk for divers and for sharks. He talked about it while commenting on a video that showed an accident with cage diving, where the (great white i think) sharks head got stuck in the cage and the shark couldn't get out (cause a shark cannot swim backwards), got seriously injured and died.

[@KD-pj7lj]

I truly wish your videos were longer. I cannot get enough of them!! Thank you for the incredible content. 💜🙏🏼

[@KylieJonkman]

I am so so so glad they preserve this beautiful beautiful creature and area. These creatures of grace need us to protect them from poachers and keep them away from soup! Really stunning video and so happy there is a safe haven for them. 💕💕💕🌈🌈🌍🌍🦋🦋🥰🥰#savesharks #stopsharkfinning #sharksoup #sharks

[@marcsnijder2135]

A dream to dive with white sharks since my childhood. Always been fascinated since childhood, beautiful animals.

[@lavaunjohns7796]

Heartbreaking to see so many injuries on these magnificent creatures.

[@brettAnichols]

He said they were mating scars: 50 shades of Great White🦈

[@lavaunjohns7796]

@@brettAnichols Wow, glad I'm not a shark lol

[@happytrailsgaming]

It's heartbreaking that nature's nature?

[@joea67]

More scars is good means more sex it had.

[@ScottParisi]

I had the privilege of going in 2015. It was three days I'll never forget. Being in the water with several great whites at a time was breathtaking. Thanks for sharing your footage and bringing back so many memories. That boat ride from Baja California, though....

[@rottweilerfun9520]

Is it a very long trip ?

[@ScottParisi]

@@rottweilerfun9520 , it was around 16-17 hours off the coast of Baja California. Solmar V was the name of the boat.

[@masterofwit339]

Wow!!! How blessed you are! Only in my dreams will I ever be able to visit that beautiful place. I can’t even begin to imagine your elation and wonder, with a bit of shock and awe!

[@ScottParisi]

@@masterofwit339, it was truly (for me) a once in a lifetime experience. Beyond words.

[@masterofwit339]

@@ScottParisi 🦈♥️

[@Book-Mark]

Your footage is amongst the very best I have seen. It captures the grace of their movements and conveys a deep understanding of this aspect of their behaviour. Thank you.

[@hans.stein.]

It is astonishing how beautiful your words and your voice are along with these singular views of these awe-inspiring animals.

[@HotelsoapBand]

I'm going to Sydney in a year and watching your channel has legitimately made me excited at the possibility of seeing a shark in the water. They are so so beautiful. Thank you!!

[@heidiblake7957]

I just found your videos today! I'm fascinated by sharks but most of what is available are shark attack videos and your education along with beautiful sites is amazing! I've learned more about sharks today than I have in my whole 57 yrs! Thank you, I subbed on the first video I saw today, you are definitely a remarkable teacher and enthusiast!

[@darediablo199]

Dude, every time. Every damn time your videos are incredible. Thank you

[@dr.maricarmengonzalez7115]

Thank you for this and all the videos you are always posting, helping the community and the new generations to erase the stigma held by this magnificent animal. Thank you.

[@dianebays5484]

You're so lucky to be able to see and film these guys. That would be a dream come true for me and a lit of people. Thank you for sharing!

[@TheInkinGardenSpot]

Beautiful footage of amazing and yes beautiful creatures. Every animal life is precious and should be protected. The sooner humans take that to heart, the sooner the world will be a much better and more peaceful place. I hope to cage dive one day, this video certainly reminded me of that and that i should make it a priority.

[@malachiwhite356]

Are ticks precious and worthy of protection?

[@malachiwhite356]

@@Gruñón92 They are indeed animals.

[@hallemannen12]

I've watched some of your contents, and I can totaly say that I've got a total different mindset and a better understanding of what sharks really provide for our beautiful world under the surface.. thanks to you... AWESOME WORK MAN 👊😎

[@MeganBurmester]

You are part of healing my deep fear of sharks due to seeing Jaws when I was a little girl. Thank you so much!

[@Smegmeister]

Very few channels I click like as soon as the video starts. You sir are one of the few! Thank you.

[@sebastianpujo7266]

You amaze us with your drone videos, now you got under water..give us a brake!!! 😁👍

[@samanthashea6359]

Your videos are simply magical. I love your passion, the information and positive message behind it, and of course the beautiful shots you capture. Thank you so much for sharing these amazing moments with us

[@TheRealJay]

The quality of every single one of his vids is amazing

[@karlagordon4555]

Love this so much. These videos are captivating and relaxing, the music in the background is perfect.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you so much!

[@PkolDumancas]

I love the solemn approach of your naration and the music bed you used on your videos. it compliments how beautiful these sharks are, whether you took it above or below the surface... they are so graceful and majestic...

[@TartasyPanesTV]

We love You Carlos! Cheers from Uruguay. Thank you so much for this. Gracias!

[@luba2nadia]

You capture the beauty of these creatures so well. It is just breathtaking. You are truly talented.

[@Volfan2]

Outstanding footage! I love exploring the oceans vicariously through your escapades. Thank you!

[@dropstone-naturalambience338]

Hi Deep Blue was filmed in 2013 near the island of Guadalupe. Maybe one day you will manage to have it in your goal and there it will be fabulous! Sincerely, I wish you because the content of your channel is incredible 😉💕

[@phyllisannecarroll9183]

Deep Blue is one awesome shark

[@dropstone-naturalambience338]

@@phyllisannecarroll9183 YES, I agree with you dear friend 😉

[@gloriasihlis4932]

Thank you. Though I don't think I could be that close to a Great White seeing this on video is amazing.

[@EduardoEspinosa-j7c]

October 2010 I had this unique opportunity of being there for 4 days straight diving with the great white. Unforgettable!

[@TheCuriousBunny]

Loving your channel. I've recommended you to all my subscribers 🤗

[@maetaylor5677]

i love these videos, your passion and love for the ocean and these animals is so infectious.

[@paulas2218]

I think the concept of a living great white being of greater value than a dead one is just huge! They bring researchers and let’s face it, tourists. The kind that will spend money to see them, to stay for several days, to eat while they’re there. I would imagine that the Discovery channel comes down to capture footage for shark week! It’s got to pump money into the local economy. That’s important. Not to mention what it does for those of us who just want to see these creatures live in “their” home, the world’s oceans. Thank you for bringing us with you on your travels.

[@J-dizzle2021]

👍🏻 Beautiful as always. I'm just watching some older videos again because I never get tired of them.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Glad you like them!

[@J-dizzle2021]

@@TheMalibuArtist I just tried to send you an email about a drone. I'm not sure if it went through or not. Thanks

[@erinbibb]

Diving here is pretty much every number on my bucket list. Absolutely beautiful.

[@CrimpKeeper]

One of the best channels on here in a long time. 🍸

[@kelseybowen5362]

Oh my heart! That shark with the damaged dorsal just stole my heart literally!

[@erikboman585]

Great video. It was nice to relive the the trip. Those sharks were incredible

[@Pixologie]

So inspiring . . . I love watching your videos and hope someday I could go on a trip like this to see these magnificent creatures!

[@normannisbet1213]

9:35 Thank you so much for all your videos & that you put so much effort into educating ‘the masses.’

[@SageRosemaryTime]

thank you for sharing compassion and empathy. I feel it when you talk about their scars . as we should do. : )

[@Mc-lv3rq]

The most majestic beautiful creatures on this planet. I could understand what he meant by some find a sense of calm when in the cage or when seeing one breach for the first time.

[@karly4justice]

You've got to be a writer! Your way with words are absolutely captivating to the soul.❤️🦈 Great videographer too ,so with that said, you have many great talents and gifts! Keep captivating our mind and soul. I also love how much you care about the sharks and their welfare. You have a wonderful journey and I'm happy you are able to fulfill your dreams! Watching Your shark journey here on youtube certainly gives me great appreciation for the animals and soothes my terminal illness.

[@rhcerce]

So sorry to hear of your illness, three years ago we lost our 34yr old middle daughter to brain cancer and recently my wife was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer… I know how horrifying terminal illness is and the nightmare it puts people through… Good luck to you, I also am amazed by these amazing sharks! 🤞🏼Fingers crossed

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you for watching Karla and I'm touched these videos help you in these times. Fingers crossed for you and my best thoughts are with you. -cg

[@deehall2523]

I have learnt more from this guy than the discovery channel 😂Absolutely amazing. ❤🎉

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Wow, thank you!

[@dasta7658]

"Why these fish, and why this particular shark?" Well, the shark has a charismatic personality and it's really fun to be around; these fish lack self-esteem and are easily led looking to a strong role model and party animal for guidance and leadership. You can find many human relationships like this at any club this weekend!

[@TheJanice52]

Ewe

[@Trojan0304]

Wonderful vlog, place on my bucket list. Thank you for sharing natural wonders

[@AndyLSB]

what an experience, congrats on such an amazing opportunity, the shots you got are incredible!

[@surfrby8876]

This video was beautiful , relaxing and soothing , like poetry in motion , and your narration is always complementary and informative , thank you , you are an artist

[@murraypearce6581]

Thankyou so much for your beautiful footage@malibu artist I to am so in awe of these beautiful big beauties and they do need to be protected at all costs

[@standoughope]

Nothing is more calming and relaxing than being in a cage while a massive beast circles you salivating. You throw in some death metal for ambiance and I meditate into nirvana.

[@Anna-ky7ix]

Breathtaking! Such majestic creatures they are!💖

[@LOBO68117]

What an absolute beautiful GW shark,when they breach it is amazing. Fantastic filming yet again ✌️

[@deadheadwannabe6874]

They make friends..more like family. I bet they even like each other.. amazing

[@crisg.5766]

I've watched a dozen or so of your videos. You've completely changed my perspective of sharks. I feel way less apprehensive about them. Thank you.

[@armandoferreira8790]

Great video Carlos. Thanks for sharing.

[@marygonzalez5907]

Every video gets better than the last. Each one gets a bit more thought-worthy with a teachable moment as a bonus

[@MelanieSaedi]

Absolutely breathtaking 😍

[@ericbevington7775]

I agree with Matthew Bell. Malibu Artist has always been and continues with such professionalism and informative with great attention to detail.

[@SuperDeadlen]

Only just seen this. Longtime follower. Your content is without doubt some of the best on the planet of white sharks. Your aerial perspective has allowed us to see behaviours that I've never observed. You continue to smash it. Absolutely loved seeing the baby white shark recently. Such great work. So good to see you getting recognition. I wish I could afford to go to Guadalupe and see for myself but you're probably the best I'm going to get. Thank you.

[@jeffreyadams6738]

Always enjoyable to watch and listen to someone so passionate and respectful of a topic. Great stuff.

[@erickchristensen746]

That most of been one hell of a lovely experience ya had. Love these sharks

[@lisag5670]

Beautiful footage my friend and I love listening to your commentary. These videos not only teach me the behavior of these beautiful animals, your voice also relaxes me lol Thanks Malibu Artist 🙏👍

[@MattH-wg7ou]

What a beautiful video! As always! I love your pacing and music and calm voice and exceptional skill in editing/video production. These are so calming to me. I found your channel when I was waiting at the hospital while my dad had surgery and it brought me peace and Ive been watching over the couple years since then. I love their pectoral fins for some reason. As a pilot I love aerodynamics and hydrodynamics are very similar so I always think of them as wings. Man, KZbin's compression really dislikes the water surface shots!

[@gallopingnuns6732]

I love your narration. Great job.

[@Uchihagaara9]

Amazing video. I have greatly enjoyed your content over the past year or so. I hope to one day experience seeing the sharks first hand.

[@melissamcclain34]

Wow what an extraordinarily amazing place, the beauty surpasses all I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing glimpses of places I could only dream of visiting and of course thank you for the incredible shark footage. Such majestic creatures💙💙💙

[@kerker3122]

I was salmon fishing in Monterrey Bay. We were in a 17' boat, when a white shark swam next to us. I was nervous, as you might expect, seeing a shark this big, but I wasn't expecting how big around it was! As big around as my car!

[@kheventplanner]

Wow. That was an incredible video! Thanks for sharing!❤

[@thebadgerno.1872]

Its my #1 experience I’ve ever wanted to do….since I was really young I’ve always been fascinated with Sharks..& this is a place I’d love to visit to see & cage dive with such beautiful & majestic predator’s. This is what the internet & KZbin is all about…videos & unbelievable footage from this man…brilliant 👍🏻✌🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@2fast4you423]

White sharks are most definitely my favorite and if I had a bucket list going to see them up close and personal would be at the top of it,just another great video,thanks for your hard work,it is appreciated

[@Nancy_Amy]

MA, thank you for your amazing videography, this is close to my favourite video. Incredible work!

[@Drifter6942]

This underwater footage you have been doing has taken your already amazing footage to a whole new level !! I love it !! Keep up the amazing work !!

[@jockojockoson9995]

Incredible. I’m from Australia, and I need to get there.

[@nicks1451]

The video is so crisp, you can see the creases in the shark’s fins. Wow. I immediately subscribed.

[@ericthompson3551]

Guadalupe Island is on my bucket list of places to see.

[@TTORREZ1]

AWESOME VIDEO !! Great narration. Love the slow motion. It's kinda peaceful. Love the educational info regarding the sharks. Thank you for this video !! : )

[@ArcAudios77]

Magnificent footage & education. Thanks passed to you Sir. Keep at it with best wishes.

[@blairlechtenberg5498]

Great whites also show up in numbers at Isla Guadalupe in October for the migration of yellowfin tuna. I went there on a sport boat for about 8 years and had numbers of trophy tuna intercepted by what we call the sharks, “the taxman”. Ominous sights, photos and memories that’ll never be forgotten

[@sativabros]

Truly the real JAWS but with a sweet attitude! Incredible! Thanks!

[@susankitts139]

Thank you for sharing these beautiful animals with us