How Africa Change My Life FOREVER - “The Source” Official Movie

Professional surfer Koa Smith's South African adventure leads to profound discoveries of connection, nature and introspection, offering a transformative journey that showcases the power of simplicity in todays chaotic world.
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[@mag3437]

This is by far the best travel log and self discovery journey movie I have ever seen. Wow, I had goosebumps all the way. Amazing Cinematography, an incredible message, a depiction of true and pure happiness and the beauty of life, of life’s “source” just shine through this. I think you captured the purpose of what it means to truly live very well in this, something our society is drifting away from right now and we need to veer back to. Truly inspirational, thank you very much.

[@JohnParker-zj4qu]

Every South African who thinks they will find happiness at some "plan B" somewhere else needs to look at this. Thank you Koa for really showing us what we already have!

[@angusmackintosh5907]

100% everyone talking about going overseas for work. lol

[@LauraOuthet]

Absolutely

[@joshslabbert3586]

Ironically going overseas to work was the best thing I've done. It allowed me to miss SA and not take this beautiful country for granted. Also to save enough money to come home and start my business.

[@baidensampson3177]

Ek weet my boet, ek is nou in australia en dis nie die selfde nie :( maar nog steeds Lekker brah. Kom keirer

[@danielgray5799]

There was also never a plan B for some, the idea is to open the mind up to what else is out there. SA will always be home and now since travelling there is a greater appreciation for SA since traveling and living overseas. Die wereld is groot brew

[@daveallen4752]

Best and most honest "surf" film I've seen. I love that your frustrations with J-By were the catalyst for a much deeper experience of land, culture and self. Much respect to you

[@drewrodwell4221]

Expectations lead to frustration and comparisons kill happiness

[@CAM-nn4bx]

This was one of the best things I have seen on YT, so stunning from start to finish. Thank you Koa, keep finding beauty ❤ !!

[@timboslicez77]

Wow Koa. Can't believe what I'm watching right now. Pretty much lived the same exact experience a couple years ago along with the same realisations about the meaning of life and going back to the source. Connecting with inspiring people, experiencing the power of nature from Transkei, the bush, the Skeleton coast... safe to say that there's something magical going on there. Now it's me sitting on a desk hustling back in Europe with this feeling of emptiness. Thanks for putting a tear in my eye and reminding me these memories. Can't wait to be able to press this Reset button and reconnect with what matters to me once again

[@Dennispeeters1]

I never write comments, but damnnnn this is good... So much more than a surf movie

[@ClintonStanford-br3zz]

Koa! Love you brother. This was insane! I live 2 hours away from the Wild coast South Africa. This beautiful place has been a huge part of my life since a young boy and will remain that way forever. Watching this reminded me how beautiful life is and how we should be living our lives. Taking the time to press that reset button, connecting with what matters and how that connection fills our souls and rounds us as human beings. truly inspiring Koa. Keep up the amazing work bro

[@syberwolvezz1597]

Amazing video Koa, had me captivated throughout the entire movie. As a South African myself you truly opened my eyes to the sheer reality of beautify this country has to offer. I find myself sitting here watching, struggling to fathom leaving. South Africa is a place like no other, it provides perspective and depth to the harsh reality coupled with beauty this planet has to offer. Thank you for this transformative journey you have allowed us viewers to embark on with you.

[@wasabiginger6993]

Thank you for sharing your personal milestone in such a beautiful and honest open way. At 74 looking back can intimately identify with the strong mind that makes one forget what really matters. So one starts all over again which can be a blessing if one does not judge it. Wished I could been more like how Nate is such a fun loving free spirit ... but no, was too serious. However, aging has helped me to let go more as I have less to loose within the blatant physical knowing that all I have is each day now. Extremely grateful that like you I grew up in the ocean also eating from it's fruits ... and the connection is a deep lifelong bond that means more to me now than ever. Loved that you shared this journey with best childhood friend.

[@gregorypwilkins]

Joy can only be found in your true calling, this reminded me that my current path isn’t aligned with what we all truly desires as surfers, and that’s the stillness of nature. This stillness is impossible to find these days, unless you make it a priority. Thanks for turning my compass back towards my true north

[@garethm4800]

Wow Koa, what an amazing journey and story, thanks for sharing. And thank you too for showcasing my magnificent country once again. Rock on bro and keep shining!! 🎉👌🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@anthonybaiocchi3028]

Pondo Land, my spiritual homeland. I live in the UK but keep an old XR650R in my Sister's garage in Cape Town, just to get me there when I've had enough of the Big Smoke. Thanks for making me feel homesick!

[@BadouSene-qt1ek]

This is the greatest surf movie i have ever seen. From the energy of Koa and the beautifulness of the waves there was. I had goosebumps during the whole duration of the movie. This is very inspirational to push myself to do better, thank you.

[@Deadmen.]

Best surf film I've watched in a long time! The part about working hard, just to get back to what made you happy as a child really resonated with me. I love a good sea shanty with the boys too

[@stormosmith5064]

Koa this is core bru! Thanks for highlighting how beautiful SA is. YEUW

[@o.karamalak1205]

thank you, Koa and thank you every person who created this masterpeace. it was very shallow. greed from Ukraine. love

[@clamgts]

Watching this makes me so proud to be from South Africa, I have the dream wave (among many others) of some of the worlds best surfers in my backyard and I can go home to surf it every season. Every time a travel and surf somewhere else the craving to go home never goes away. What we have is truly so special.

[@EdwinLap]

Great movie. My parents lived in South Africa for 20 years. An absolute amazing country, often broadcasted the wrong way via the media, it is a stunning place, as is Africa as a continent. Glad you found your meaning Koa. Keep surfing and exploring.

[@hbspecial]

Awesome. What a journey Koa. And yes, life is sooo sweet when you're connected with source. It's the simple things. We just have to connect with them, feel them, experience the wonder in them. Great film. Big fan of your channel. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

[@annalehmann6074]

This gave me chills. The journey you all captured in this video is absolutely jawdropping. I couldn't stop smiling watching this. I hope to experience something as beautiful as this soon. Thank you guys for capturing and sharing this with the world.

[@garretf705]

Mahalo Koa for expanding my vision. Loved it! LFG 🚀

[@theadventurelocker]

I am now working on surf film which we did in Morocco...I struggled a bit with an editing process. I just watched your film and it's inspired me so much that I bet I know how to finish my film now. Thank you so much! ....I love to see films where it's not just a vlog, it's journey! Well done!

[@gmaggot968]

Made me understand life has been lost with work and the speed of life ,time out is some thing I will look for , as much as I can , this was an eye open video loved is so much

[@rdcg111]

What a masterpiece. Such a powerful film. It touched my soul in a very deep way. I feel like words can't describe it. Thank you for making this and sharing it with all us. ❤❤❤

[@beatrixatthecchwclub5620]

thank you for showcasing our beautiful country the way you did ❤

[@lauraa.6884]

Such good mini movie montage skills, you can tell Koah had a specific vision and managed to share the vibes through the screen ! ❤

[@ellenwilliams4293]

Living the dream when we can..lif only everyone could realise these values our world would be a better place. Really glad you shared this journey

[@LinMN1966]

Thank you, Koa! Great movie and message! Africa is one of my bucket list places and I hope to see it someday. ❤

[@FreeEditsForYou]

Legend Koa, I met you in the airport after a big swell in Kauai 2 years back, and it was so cool to get a few minutes to say hi. You're an amazing person. Thanks for this video. Gojng to watch this with my girl tonight with some popcorn. Thanks for the stoke 🤙

[@Marksurfz]

This is EXCELLENT. Kudos to KOA and Team!

[@darrenleroux2034]

Great vid. Africa is an adventure unfolding everyday through its amazing wilderness. Would love to see more of Africa!

[@Lex-sn5oy]

So Inspiring, Earthy, Spiritually Daring. Your best film yet. So proud you navigated back to your soul 🫶🏾

[@theflyinggauntlet]

Pretty Epic dude. Thank you for showcasing my country. It makes me realise I need to go back.

[@Africa_Surf]

Beautiful video! South Africa is the best country in the world.

[@nickreid5939]

.....and BARBADOS😂

[@rosslewis5217]

Astonishingly good vid. Congratulatio🎉ns! One of the best "surfing" films Ive seen but its way more than just surfing.

[@jantrabert8848]

Wow! Loving the spirit and the whole journey

[@Max_Deschenes]

Bro the storytelling is insane 🔥🔥 I just discovered your channel, Amazing Work! Just Came back from a month to Cape Town, this country have so much to offer.

[@noragibbs4]

Such an amazing film Koa! You’re such an inspiration. This film had so much power, meaning, and so many lessons everyone could use. Traveling & experiencing the different cultures and nature is so important. We put so many expectations on not only ourselves, but on everyone and everything around us. Letting go and trusting the Source. Reconnecting with the Source, as we are one with it. Keep doing what you’re doing, you offer much needed wisdom and inspiration to the world. Love from San Diego ✨🤍🌸🙏

[@gertjanvanderel1027]

Super beautiful good story. Freedom is when you have no fear. I hope someday and also for you. Your are a nice and good guy. 👍

[@user-ob2mg4ze1n]

I've watched you develop and grow over the years You're turning into such an amazing person

[@TaranakiFrother-oy2dx]

BRO! So Moving. You've found your calling.. Lowering your expectations is something Ive been working on for a few years now. Please with the results. I hope you're intending on making another short film like this. it ended and I wanted more. Chur from Taranaki New Zealand

[@SytzeWiersma]

Amazing video! Makes me wanna go back too 🏄🏼‍♀️🌅, what a country...

[@MahnaGhafori]

the source is pure magic. chills! love it excited to go to South Africa for the first time next month

[@spirituellerrebell]

I'm a spiritual coach from germany who's into traveling the world. Was standing on a surfboard two or three weeks ago and searched for surfing vlogs and came across your channel. Almost watches nearly every video - because not (only) for the great surf-content. It's your personality and the spiritual connection you have and spreading trough your being into that videos. So happy to came across your channel - i feel the higher purpose in your life and in your content. You are a worldclass surfer for sure - but you're so much more than that. So wonderful to see that more and more people can connect with theyr true power and true self across different inspirations like surfing, traveling, music, etc. because of human beings like you. Thank you for your being and sharings koa - your the goat! 😁🙏🏼

[@anastasiareynold9467]

couldn't agree more

[@mariahramirez592]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Truly a blessing.

[@dannywoody5497]

Wonderful story specially the concept of be here now and let’s not forget an attitude of gratitude for this beautiful life so many wonderful insights in this little Short documentary very inspirational. And real again thank you

[@diegoosman767]

Thank you Koa, this film really reminded me the true meaning of life that i´ve kind of lost thru mechanic work. This is truly a masterpiece. Congrats bro.

[@EmilyCarterx]

This is one of the best cinematic videos I have ever seen, with such amazing meaning! Wow

[@veronicapaulsen]

Wow! Incredible short film! The entire film was so well produced. I was engaged every minute and the story will resonate with anyone who is going for their dreams but struggling to stay afloat in this digital age. Well done to the whole team on this!!

[@thomasfrenette5010]

Hey, you just made me go on another path. I was blessed with fortune and I have 2 weeks of complete free time. I'm going in the Amazon. I want to connect with the source in my own way. Thank you for putting this video together. Glad you are on your path too

[@gilkalbfeld1384]

Koa be making mini movies now! Let’s goo

[@mathys_rmgl]

This is just one of the best video i’ve seen in a while, not only because of the video itself even if it’s so good but in the message that you’re trying to share to people this is really so so good man Thanks for proposing so good content for free and keep going

[@RodrigoMunhoz1]

Pure love 😍🤩🌊💎💙

[@reverse__paradise]

Amazing film! What a journey! Africa is magic😍

[@GlideMaster78]

Thank you for sharing your adventure! Keep them coming guys!

[@jonischwalbach623]

Thanks for having done this. Beautiful and inspiring.

[@user-ob2mg4ze1n]

Love you Koa ❤ thank you Africa looks amazing 😍

[@neils8443]

Koa, you have presented great advice for us all in our modern, fast-paced world. We all need to reconnect so we don't lose ourselves. I think it is really important at this point in time.

[@HBlast737]

This is why your channel is so incredible. Your storytelling is what elevates your content above other surf channels. Thank you

[@jakdekort-martyn7748]

Wicked! Loved it so much. Thank you for this bro.

[@GloriaFurcamindra]

Just wow. Most inspiring short film I’ve ever seen.

[@Sean_Court]

Inspirational, and one of the better "surf films" I've seen in a long time! 🤙

[@GaragePie22]

Welcome to South Africa! Stoked you guys had a "jol" ! Be lekker bru!

[@mryoung6794]

transkie is probably the greatest place on earth. The people, and land and just everything is like a dream

[@vezzy7301]

Legendary, just came back from almost 3 months solo in North Africa, and had the same crazy unexpected experience, came for surf, got surf and 100% more of what Africa has to offer. Great film capturing that feeling, stoked for your trip and keep ripping 🤙

[@fjsea3]

Excellent video Koa. The cinematography, your heart's exploration outside of self, trusting The Source...Your Source of love, kindness and looking for the best in everything was exceptional.

[@lalaboards]

The sugarman song was the highlight for me .Most excellent performance .

[@caseyhansen4567]

That was great Koa .ive watched your surf videos but,this was and adventure. Thanks for the ride i really enjoyed it.more adventures like this.could be your future.little bit of surfing ,food and culture

[@nickjones9937]

This is one of the greatest videos I’ve ever seen. Thank you Koa 🤘

[@iancastaing7804]

Yeah buddy🤙🏼🤙🏼 it was as good as I thought it was going to be!! Always delivering incredible content Koa❤️ God bless you brother🤙🏼🏄‍♂️ pura vida!

[@alhulsberg6469]

Mahalo Koa for making this beautiful Journey, for us and with us . Comming back to the Source

[@user-pg3dk5fx9e]

Koa Sir, You inspire me. That was truly fabulous! Thanks for sharing. Be safe. Be well. 🌺🤙🏽🌊💃🏻

[@eloisebond5399]

I've been following your journey for a long time, maybe already six or seven years. I'm not a surfer, so I live the surfing experience through your content :) This particular story that combines both surf and truth of our source has given me the spark that I've needed to get off my phone and laptop and plunge into the wild. You've inspired me to go out and go find my source and accomplish my childhood dreams (free diving, seeing the world, meeting people, experiencing new cultures and eating yummy foods hihi). Thank you to you and Captain Potter for bringing this film into the world, push me out of my comfort zone and GO LIVE! to be. I've been so disconnected from whom I was, so I relate to the "adulting" part that takes you away from source. Just know that your guys content hits the hearts of strangers & that's the cool thing of film and content: inspiration. Keep being golden

[@ritamclaughlin9681]

wonderful film and special moments, Koa!

[@antogrady7155]

Epic vid Koa! Wild coast has always been the biggest treasure for me on this planet, a place to realign life. The deeper you go, the more unreal, waves as good as jbay with no one else but dolphins ripping the lineup. Donkey delivers, what a trip 🔥

[@ftapiavalentin]

Koa you give true meaning to surfing life adventure. Thank you so much for your invaluable contribution to the surfing world.

[@Surrender..]

I want you to know that we will always support you in fulfilling your childhood dreams. I LOVE YOU! (...and your videos).

[@Luvlifemtbike]

Thank you so much for this amazing movie. I’m not a surfer but I watched this and was glued to this movie. I remembered how I used to feel….. free! Now with children and responsibilities it’s very hard/impossible for a lot of us to just take off. Please cherish these times where you are free as they don’t always last

[@suziseha369]

If you hadn't had to wait for the wave you would not have been open to the experiences you had. Loved that 'my' corner of the world brought you peace and clarity.

[@NantucketHyball]

So good!! Thank you Koa and Team.

[@aracnoloco]

Yeah, I know what you mean. I feel this every time I am in a tropical rainforest.

[@mischaels3189]

Just so much love

[@HoStevie]

Koa knocked it out of the park with this film. Bravo brother 👏🏽

[@tsaruii]

Maybe healing and realizing comes before your expectations. This healed me.

[@dawa8746]

Bravo! So genuine and inspiring. Thank you for preparing this and sharing it.

[@gwenaellehoch3516]

Thank you for sharing this!!

[@Hrfuibcdfzgc]

beautiful movie! Thank you!

[@TranceAddictxx]

❤🙏✨ Wow Koa! So beautiful. The universe rewards beautiful souls with deep experiences, like you having Skeleton Bay at the end all by yourself ❤ I love how you bring spirituality into surfing!

[@granthauver4809]

Loved every second of that video, absolutely awesome!!!!!!

[@frozennubblets9005]

I don’t often comment on videos but this one hit home. I have been feeling lost and not sure what I was doing but just came back from the most epic surf trip and your video has helped keep that spirit of change alive. Great job

[@nicoahrens9811]

Absolutely love it

[@danburkhart7856]

Loved it! Thanks for sharing!

[@joleh6077]

I appreciate this video so much. I live in the city and when I miss nature I watch your videos. You have no idea how much boost your channel adds to my life.

[@ThePenelope04]

No WI-FI. Great connection! Koa, this is a wonderful film. Thank you so much!

[@AnnaLizzyRose]

Epic journey! Sometimes in life and in creativity we set out with one goal in mind and end up somewhere completely different which is just as amazing. This reminds us that we are living in such a beautiful world that is there to be connected with, it's good for us.

[@elichristopher8488]

Epic journey! Thank you for sharing an amazing adventure of the soul!

[@EPICichiban]

Inner peace stems from cultivation of our shared world 🌎 and deepest dreams. Wonderful stories Koa.. thanks for the sick documentation

[@NickPescetto]

Mega epic! super powerful message!!! thanks for exposing yourself and sharing your path and lessons!!!

[@woak1679]

This makes me love my country and its people even more