Silent Hiking 10 days on the Island of Madeira

[@rickmartinez3781]

Wow! Content like this is what makes KZbin great.

[@FlyVC]

The amount of effort, planning and creativity, you put into this is incredible! It's amazing that we live in a time, where a single person can create such a piece of art and spread it to everyone for free.

[@sirac.kasgarli]

This is what I feel and couldnt transform into the words! Thanks a lot, I couldn't be agree more!

[@bvmproductiesbe]

Where can I donate?

[@kerby2333]

You didn't catch the best weather, but for me, the rain is the absolute best soundtrack to life 🙂

[@robertblaine5012]

Art.

[@max.arrow.outdoors]

The drone shots are so legit brother! And the ambience music have covered my skin with goosebumps♥️

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you 🙌

[@AlexandruRugina]

Thank you for this video, brings back good memories from Madeira.

[@rafasimsim]

Silence, hiking, nature... It's all I need

[@48JF]

Einfach Wow! Von den Bildaufnahmen über die Videobearbeitung bis hin zu der Tatsache, das Alles erlebt haben zu dürfen. Sehr beeindruckend. Vielen Dank für diesen wundervollen Eindruck.

[@michaelwood3477]

You take top spot in my book as the best nature videographer! You are one of a rare breed that will have the courage to take the extreme efforts to creating beautiful, compelling, artistic compositions and putting it altogether into a tapestry of seamless perfection. This all taking place without egoic narration and commentary. Powerful work Harmen! Each of your videos capture such detail from the most finite of incremental to the vast pinnacles of grandeur while following a path that tells the complete story footstep by footstep without saying a word. I understand your stories completely! Just love your work sir! Keep it up!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks for the kind words! I see myself as a filmmaker, not a KZbinr. Hope I never draw the attention away from nature.

[@seand6707]

I have to echo the sentiments Harmen. You've placed inside of me a desire to become brave, move out of my comfort zone and go explore. Thank you for sharing beautiful trip. Definitely a filmmaker that captures the silence, beauty and aloneness of such a trip. I hope I can step out soon

[@seand6707]

Job 12:7-10 New Century Version (NCV) Speak to the earth, and it will teach you, or let the fish of the sea tell you. Every one of these knows that the hand of the LORD has done this. The life of every creature and the breath of all people are in God's hand. Most fitting

[@Alex_1729]

​@@HarmenHoek ah, so you do the editing yourself? You love the nature AND filmmaking? And you've combined your passions. And here we are, enjoying the fruits all your (probably) hard efforts.

[@mishaskaz8614]

Тезка, вы выразили мои чувства гораздо сильнее, чем я смог написать!!! Харман просто гений!!!

[@drinkRoundtine]

Thanks!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you so much, Charles!

[@turangalila]

I think this is perhaps the best photography I've ever seen of Madeira. Visited four times and done a lot of research but this still blew me away!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks!

[@noelinegrondin1067]

Wow ! Merveilleux ! Fantastique ! Felicitation pour cette qualité de tournage ! Les images٫ le son , ..etc , 👍. tout est fabuleux ! 💖 😊 Quelle belle ile ! So beauty ! 🥰#Madeira

[@MichaelWestcottFilms]

Every shot is a painting. You are an incredible filmmaker! What a stunning film from start to finish. You have inspired me to go to Madeira myself, thank you :)

[@ThePlanetTravelers]

Very nice video! Madeira is a real hidden gem.

[@robertpavey5615]

I had no idea that Madeira looked so incredible, im adding it to my bucket list.

[@veronikachmulikova8701]

Your videos are so moving 🥰!

[@ahha7124]

I don't get tired watching your art on Madeira. You have brilliantly captured the soul of the island which touches me equally every time I visit it. It is so poetic and dreamy one can meditate with it.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Bubu00013]

A stunning movie. The wonderful thing is that there is no talking.

[@shinyhead6372]

Stunning! Peaceful! Hypnotic! Thank you Harmen. Namaste. 🙏❤

[@HarmenHoek]

You're most welcome!

[@mototrailadventure2725]

It is impossible to make it better. Congrats!!

[@johndominicdrews1673]

WOW! This guy is absolutely at the top of his game, and what a game to be in! I love the way he lets the pictures tell the story, and every picture is on the money.

[@jfilho1966]

Heaven on earth...

[@myevu29]

Your content is incredibly healing and high quality. I appreciate the dedication and effort u put into your work!

[@geoffgreenwood3243]

Magical

[@sasuke19281]

Harmen, your work literally brought me to tears. I'd really like to thank you, not only for your work but to the enormous effort you put in every video as well. Your work is literally amazing. It's not only a video, is an experience, and quite a marvellous one. Really, thank you!!

[@HarmenHoek]

You are welcome! Glad people enjoy my videos, and even more glad that people take time to express their appreciation. Thanks!

[@sasuke19281]

@@HarmenHoek You are the best!!

[@leonardosanchez5442]

IT’s absolutely beauty and impressed. Madeira it’s one of the most beautiful spot in portugal. I would like recommended the La Palma islands a bit similar in Canary Islands. Don’t forget to visit Marcos y Cordero and la caldera de taburiente❤

[@TheHappyWalker]

Als dank voor alle schitterende videos. Ik hoop er nog veel te mogen zien in de toekomst!

[@HarmenHoek]

Ook bedankt, Vincent! Excuus voor de late reactie.

[@StagnantMizu]

@@HarmenHoek lol ik dacht dat je duits was.

[@GeorgCasparPhotographyTime]

Wow einfach nur schön !

[@mslprevel]

No need to talk, just contemplate, it's just beautiful! Thanks again for these pictures.

[@Channeling2Leonard]

Such quality, well done - storyline.

[@regspittle7622]

Madeira was another excellent presentation…your work is unparalleled!

[@AnaHebe]

Thanks! Great video!!

[@DevanGoodwin]

This channel is an order of magnitude above anything else I've seen in the genre. Amazing work.

[@HarmenHoek]

I will give you

[@HarmenHoek]

two comments for that. Thanks

[@Mattes_______]

22:38 I don't know why... but you going into the light and disappearing is one of the most beautiful shots I've ever seen. It is almost like in a dream and just how I would imagine death and the soul leaving the body. Its so beautiful in a really strange way. I've watched youtube like 10 years now and never seen anything like this. Thank you for this my friend!

[@chrismatos6921]

Thank you for sharing this video.

[@DavidDalyDoubleBass]

How inexpressibly wonderful. Such raw beauty. And the rain! Bravo. Love the verses from Job. Nothing else can explain.

[@ferencvarga3831]

you are great! thank you😮

[@madhopsblog]

You capture and share with the world the essence, the soul, of hiking. Your work is deeply moving. Words cannot describe. Exquisite. Delightful. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, mi hermano.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@nicoag6867]

only 5 minutes in and already one of my favourite ever youtube videos!

[@sirfranski9176]

You are, by far, my favorite artist on the planet. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@HarmenHoek]

ThAnKs¡

[@jorgplachetka1298]

WOW !!! A wonderful Video 👍

[@davutguraslan26]

The footage is incredible. The places you walk are extraordinary. I was away from the world for 30 minutes. A video that treats the human soul. I appreciate and envy you. Thanks a lot.

[@asimbadini6935]

Amazing. I am never seen videos in my life. You are amazing film mekar. I hope you can show more videos and new places. 🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍💯💯💯👌👌👌

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you!

[@RossAngell]

This is the best hiking video of Madeira by far! You did a great job, mate! All of your videos are top quality! I am glad I discovered your channel!🙏🙂👍⭐👏

[@mariopfutzenreuter7228]

just mindblowing, cant believe how much effort you put in to make this video

[@molliem8192]

I normally do not like music when people do these types of videos. I travel a lot on a budget, so I view a lot of videos. This was marvelous. The music was soft and soothing and added to the ambiance of your filming. Absolutely wonderful video.

[@ZwiReKBeats]

I'm blown away by the camera work, the views are stunning but everytime I seen you walking in the distance I had in mind that you have to go back for the camera ;D but dedication pays off because this video is a piece of art.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a lot!

[@rolandboerhof9391]

I've been working 7 years as a hiking guide on several destinations. Madeira was my favourite one. This island is absolutely stunning

[@Alfablue227]

Stunning video. Pls send it to NGeo... and thank Gid for a place like Madeira 🙏 ❤️ 🇵🇹

[@nico13nc82]

Salut Harmen Encore une superbe video! que de beaux paysages mais c'est surtout ta façon de nous les montrer. J'adore, je suis vraiment fan! Bravo, bravo et Bravo. Vivement la prochaine

[@leiliu83]

I would say wow

[@martinstuvland8620]

So much solitude. So much freedom. So much dedication put into making all those shots. This put my soul at ease. Thank you. PS! That closeup of the bird. Just something unique and special about that!

[@jorge4]

I also noticed the bird especially on its paws, poor bird looks like it has an infection in its paws and can barely support itself

[@martinstuvland8620]

@@jorge4 What are you on about?! That's a healthy looking bird. And he walks just fine. That's how bird feet look. Some birds stay to the ground you know. It's just a nice moment. Stop trying to make this out to something negative and be that it has some kind of sickness. It's a nice moment of a curious bird caught on film..... If you see something more. That's your own bias talking.

[@armada740]

@@martinstuvland8620 I think he was talking about the bird at 5:46...

[@martinstuvland8620]

@@armada740 Ah, thanks for pointing that out! Yea. He's right. Even though some birds take up one foot to rest. This one looks to have something iffy going on. Again. Thank you for pointing it out. Didn't even notice there was a bird there!

[@martinstuvland8620]

@@jorge4 If you're talking about the bird at 5:46. I understand what you mean. If that's the case. Apologies for laying into you! Didn't even notice there was a bird there.

[@Mmxxaamm]

My brother in Christ, I never comment anything on KZbin, but I GOT to let you know: your cinematography is unparalleled, truly breathtaking. Some of this shots are comparable to the signature Roger Deakins eye. Keep up the incredible job, you kick ass

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks (:

[@alexzh.8779]

What a beauty island😮

[@tomasr64]

Wow, the local people really know how to build trails! And Harman can keep the camera rolling even during miserable times where you just want to run to the nearest shelter pub. Amazing. Iv;e been looking a this island, seeing the trails and water systems and was blown away.

[@SimonJones-q5w]

Absolutely sublime!

[@manuelsalvadortorres1080]

Preciosa isla, y precioso film!!! Parece un bonito paraíso donde retirarse a vivir!!! 😄

[@serjtubin]

I've been there, hiking all around the island, it's just like a paradise!!

[@TheSteinin]

You've inspired me. You put Madeira on my list of places I'd like to visit.

[@the-voyager-in-me]

Breathtaking!

[@abdullahalmutairi9893]

I always start my morning with one of your videos, I have been watching hiking videos the past 6 years for so many KZbin channels and a wonderful adventures like you, I like what they did with their style and videos, but your videos it's different than others , I feel that you're taking me with your adventure, no talking no loudly music just the sound of natural and footsteps, you always deliver the feeling without telling a word, I always feel emotional when I see your videos sometimes, tears, joy, wonder, and thinking. Thank you so much for all this videos Never stop.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks for the kind words, more to come!

[@joernwanderlust]

A Masterpiece . Before 3 Days i was on this beautiful Island, hiking too 😊

[@emanuelfaria6048]

Olá Harmen, I have already watched a few from your videos previously and I got surprised when saw you have been in Madeira, my home island :) I got excited to watch it and it was so enjoyable, and fun/strage to recongnize all the paths you walked... You captured the beauty of the island in a woderful way!! Congratulations! Now you have to come in summer to experience another island ;) Thank you!!

[@lachlanburke1078]

Mate, great film and you should do a hike through Tasmania and try and capture the southern lights. Love from Australia

[@OkBuddy-o3t]

Best hiking channel on KZbin.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a lot!

[@bp5276]

I envy you… your travels are incredible… beautiful scenery.. amazing journey.

[@jamesmerritt7273]

Breathtaking land, absolutely stunning views.

[@this_is_resonance]

Your video made me cry. I felt transported, moved by these magnifcient, grandiose and breathtaking views. And i cannot even begin to imagine what you have gained by hiking alone, silent on those 10 days ! It must have been like a self 10 days long healing therapy. Thank you for sharing !!!!

[@artfx9]

Very beautiful.

[@heinrichh.6369]

breathtaking piece of art! After visiting the island I was sceptical that it's beauty could be captured in pictures but you made it happen somehow. Also excellent soundtrack!

[@MrLaureus]

As a madeiran, thank you so much! You are a truly vpoet!

[@Millerium-MichaelMiller]

Absolutely amazing flight ! The scenery is beautiful.😊👌

[@dakotagarcia7391]

Very beautifull film. Thank you for your work

[@courtneymccoy4748]

Occasionally, KZbin recommendations get it right. New favorite channel. I’m experiencing a very busy and stressful time in my life which has kept me from being able to hike since the beginning of this year. This video was like the perfect antidote/therapy/meditation. I have never seen a video so accurately capture the feeling of being out in nature. The way you connect the footage, the sounds, and the perfection of the accompanying music.. true cinematography. Thank you for sharing these videos.

[@Pazaluz]

Oh!! I'm gonna save this to watch later in the evening. Looks very inspiring

[@RoadTripper0123]

It's like a documentary film. This is such a beautiful, peaceful video. I enjoyed watching the wonderful video.😍👍

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks you (:

[@loryntothewild]

Pure beauty. Pure poetry 😍

[@hikesome]

This is hiking film art in perfection! A great adventure and a wonderful experience. Nothing more to add. Thank you again for such an inspiring video and all your efforts in re-establishing the link to nature. Madeira looks incredible through your lens. That's a great start to the weekend ;)

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you Mario! I can really recommend this place, so great for hiking!

[@hamishcleod5504]

Another Superb Hike

[@06jtm]

Hello, new viewer here! Just want to say this video (and your channel in general) is incredible. Brought back a lot of dreams I had to travel and see the world as a young man. Somehow I’ve got caught up in the corporate race and city life in the last few years. This truly inspired me once more to make hiking and travelling a priority again. Can’t thank you enough. Good luck in Patagonia! Wish I could come!

[@bartcoene565]

So beautiful it hurts

[@Munawirtum]

Wonderful trip, wonderful island, wonderful shots, wonderful nature! Wonderful!

[@pereinarolsson3928]

Yes it is like that - rain and sun and clouds and fog - all in a good mix. I was working on Madeira for some years leading hiking groups. Very special place and also very special people - so nice and kind. I would like to go back and just walk myself without a group.

[@fahad203]

This is better than any BBC documentary. Just awesome stuff. Literally watched frame by frame while finishing a big bowl of noodles

[@newpowergeneration28]

A very beautiful video with wonderful pictures. Whahou!!! Great job.

[@JoannaB603]

Absolutely stunning! You capture everything so beautifully. Thank you for making these videos, it brings me peace and so much joy. Echt super Harmen! God bless you🙏

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a lot!

[@kaptnhook5010]

Wow. Nice video. No annoying music, amazing landscape.

[@minecraftmania326]

I can only say thank you, for creating this video, it brought me to tears. Being form Madeira but currelntly living abroad, you brought me back a magical feeling I only feel everytime go back home, made me realise how much I miss being there and going arround the island exploring. Absolute masterpiece you made!

[@kdkbirds]

Amazing, as always.

[@odessaodyssey]

Thank you for sharing this real nature masterpiece and even highlighting the (water) sounds! Good job! 💯👏👏👏🌟🌟🌟

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you very much!

[@ЖелновачИрина]

Музыка - то ,что хотелось услышать, глядя на всё это. Отличные фото.

[@HarmenHoek]

Join me in Patagonia from November 8-15! ► Book your spot on: harmenhoek.com/grouphike I am organizing my very first group trip to Patagonia from November 8-15. We'll doing a lot of hiking and cool other adventures some of the most beautiful locations in Patagonia! And exclusively for this trip I'll talk about my trip planning process and filmmaking + editing workflow (for those interested of course). No need to have backpacking experience, we'll be staying in hotels and are accompanied by a local guide. Check out the website for the full itinerary, pricing and more! Only limited spots available. Super excited about this!

[@missUn1verse81]

Congratulations on your upcoming 100K subscriber mark! 🎉🥳 A group hike is a great idea, but I believe one has to be in great shape to be able to join you on these hikes.

[@FinchNatureRelax]

This looks amazing 😍 Love all your nature footage

[@HarmenHoek]

@@FinchNatureRelax Thanks!

[@gregoryoutdoors]

I wish I could go if thats in Scotland haha but cannot...

[@gregoryoutdoors]

Hey bro is that Big Agnes Copper 1 or 2 that you are using? Any problems in high winds like in Scotland or coping ok? any other issues or non as Im thinking of getting one as its freestanding so be nice to have one for hard ground etc.

[@lobosdmf]

amazing... keep the great work

[@TravelWithReza]

You are the best adventuring videographer. Thanks for sharing this amazing experience with us. I really appreciate the extreme efforts you put into taking all these amazing shots. You channel truly deserve more viewers. Your videos inspired me to start my KZbin channel on trail running. I am still at the beginning stage of this long journey.

[@HarmenHoek]

My pleasure!

[@akanazawa9159]

Wow, this movie is most beautiful and emotional one in KZbin… I never seen such a beautiful things😢 I felt God in each moments, then you said same thing on the last.(Job 12:7~10) We are let being. Thank you Harmen.

[@familywithmelody]

This video is so cool! I felt like I was right there with you on your 10-day silent hiking adventure on Madeira. The scenery was absolutely stunning and the silence really added to the peaceful vibe. It's great to see people exploring nature in such a mindful way. Thanks for sharing your amazing experience with us!

[@HarmenHoek]

Awesome! Thank you for the comment! (:

[@Zoomdak]

Such a beautiful film of an incredible place. You work is such an inspiration to me!

[@marcofranca4654]

O melhor vídeo da natureza sobre a Madeira...Artístico...e realista...lindo trabalho...

[@Chris1LFC]

This is an absolute stunning piece of work..

[@HarmenHoek]

Appreciated!

[@КостяЛопунов]

Great camera work and editing as always! Thank you, Harmen!