Kayaking 2000km around the southern tip of Africa

Africa by Kayak: In 2007, Beau Miles attempted to paddle the 4000kms from one side of Africa to the other. Starting in Mozambique and continuing along the South African coast Beau allowed 5 months to complete the voyage. With him for over half the journey was Jared Sharples of New Zealand. Together the pair experienced the magnificent coast until Jared, crippled with sickness, left the expedition. Beau paddled alone for 6 weeks, experiencing for the first time in his life, a truly nomadic, solo existence. Battling huge surf, Beau only completed 2000kms of the original plan after realising that his trip wasn't about kilometres gained but rather the quality of the experience.
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AFRICA BY KAYAK
Produced and directed by
BEAU MILES
Edited by
Brett Campbell with Michael Crotty
Music score by
DAVID CUTHBERTSON
Dialogue editor Chris Braun
Camera Beau Miles
With additional footage from Jared Sharples, Brett Campbell, Alistair Young, Richard Moran, Justin Bosch, Paul Hughes, Jamie Magyar.
Shown on Outside TV USA, winner of OuterEdge Magazines most outstanding Adventure Film (2010), official selection at Montreal Adventure Film Festival (2009) & Vancouver International Mountain Film festival 2012.

[@matt5543]

Cant believe this happened in 2007 uploaded in 2016 and I'm only getting it recommended 2020. 13 years !

[@peterpain6625]

Doesn't make it any less awesome in my book...

[@willmpet]

But you're getting it!

[@Goldhart42]

same here just seen this today

[@DMWBN3]

I subscribed to him several months ago, look at his other short films 🎥 and videos. They are very good, interesting and great achievements.

[@matt5543]

@@DMWBN3 Yeah I will do. Leads such an interesting life this guy your right

[@dionp38]

Everyone: uses GPS or charts Beau: Risk board

[@mra8162]

Massive respect to the local fisherman who looked out for you

[@podomkodom]

Princess Mononoke

[@SconnieKayaker]

I know you will likely never see this comment Beau, but I just wanted to say that this film made me become interested in kayaking years ago. Since the release of this film, I have watched every one of your videos and they inspired me to get out and explore the world around me. It's because of this inspiration that I began kayaking a few months ago. Thank you for creating such incredible content and helping me ignite a brand new hobby that I am so passionate about!!!

[@BeauMiles]

Thanks mate. Got it. Read it. Appreciate it. Goodonya

[@mikebarton221]

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[@lazyfarmer7796]

Beau! We met in Richards Bay South Africa. I was amazed to see you paddle up to the international morring (27:43). I'm not sure if you remember having dinner on my captain's boat with us. I was helping Ginni (an Australian) sail around the world, my name is Dave (from California). Congrats on finishing your journey and making a great documentary about it! I'm amazed that youtube just recommended this when you did this back in 2007! That bit with the official wearing your life jacket backwards is priceless and somewhat symbolic :) If you ever want to dip a paddle in the pacific, I've got an extra kayak with your name on it in California.

[@PoisonPinball]

everyone like this comment so he sees it!

[@cormacdonnelly5015]

Lazy Farmer he probs didn’t reply because the guy is talking shite

[@BeauMiles]

G'day, Lazy. Could of sworn I responded to you, but it seems I did not! Terrific bolt from the blue. I sure do remember the encounter. Vividly. Cali is on the cards when this covid bonanza wears thin...Ta for the line, mate. Best

[@db5094]

@@cormacdonnelly5015 Well you got a bit wrekt didnt ya

[@cormacdonnelly5015]

D B I admit I was wrong 😂😂😊😂

[@mattaskew2985]

KZbin Recommended finally got it right. This is amazing.

[@nick18303]

Matt Askew same haha good job this vid is amazing

[@foolin11]

Right?! I've been getting a lot of recommended videos like this lately, i'm lovin' it!

[@nick18303]

@@foolin11 the world needs more of this type of shit. this stuff always motivates me to want to do something diffrent so id guess it would do that to alot of other people. and even if not its just good to watch people do these thigs

[@eminence_]

YT has been recommending this for a month now and I finally gave in. Needless to say, I wasn't disappointed.

[@seanomalley2038]

Couldn't agree more

[@Nantosuelta]

How Beau doesn't already have millions and millions of subscribers I will never know. Honestly some of the best and most interesting videos on youtube

[@oBseSsIoNPC]

Of course Beau would pick the ONE TIME when the swells of the Ocean are as big as they haven't been for over 20 years....that timing! Good job on surviving this journey. You are a mad man and an inspiration!

[@Dralunt123]

Africa by Kayak, oh this isn't a cover.

[@wellscolton7]

Bless the fair seas in Africaaaaa

[@stevie9127]

literally came here to make this same comment. Not surprised someone beat me to it :D

[@biglourock]

Genius 😂🤣

[@iisdylan]

"i dont wan to do something to say ive done it, i want to do it because i love it" words of a true adventurer.

[@mickburton6838]

Dylan Free Those words stuck out in my mind too. Great way of seeing things isn’t it. Live for the moment

[@ranirathi3379]

WHOA!! i'd once asked a friend of mine with 10k subs on insta - if she's still travel if not for posting on fb/insta and she was like - "meh... nah!!". yeh, i don't want to do something bcz i can get a thousand likes while the process means nothing to me.

[@mourinho966]

Lol and makes a movie...rofl

[@dakotaneubert]

I catch myself doing this at certain military "schools" during the worst conditions and hardest task you have to pause for a second and reevaluate what you're doing here.

[@ryantoal]

So cool to see the kindness of the local people to help on your journey, not many places like this! Bravo Beau

[@BeauMiles]

I know. Mozambicans and South Africans were incredible- only a few dodgy officials here and there, but an absolute minority. Wonderful people experiences.

[@Chino_Shorts]

To think that all those kids in the orphanage have grown up and are in their early 20s and early 30s. Hope the orphanage owners and kids are doing well. Take care everyone. And remember to take care of one another.

[@jlomohocob]

"I don't want to have to do anything to say "I've done it", I want to do it because I love it."

[@Heffay]

many folks need to hear him say this and watch his journey

[@kabeljoukoo7770]

I don't think people realize what a toll this takes on the body. Well done mate, what a champion.

[@AUNZAnon]

Why society idolises droll 'celebrities' is beyond me. People like this man are true inspirations.

[@afbennett3038]

Ye someone to give kids genuine aspirations

[@prestonbroadus3978]

Stfu

[@Daniel19021996]

@@sn3akydna314 Not everything needs to be about money.

[@aussieguy3689]

@@sn3akydna314 Then you have no idea what true inspiration really is or what life is about !!! What you stated in your previous comment basically means that inspiration only comes from making money ???

[@ange3489]

@@sn3akydna314 Good God! Why the hell not?? It’s not for everybody but it makes you think about how you are living your life!

[@jman4241]

“I started to think about the varying degrees of success, what does it all mean?” You sir are a one of a kind legend and inspiration to me !

[@qaannat]

It was quite sad re Andrew McCauley. I hope his wife and son are doing well. I was following his adventure, and was moved to donate to his wife and son after he didn't make it. The video of him leaving the beach at the start, paddling away in tears, and the call "Kayak One, Kayak One" are indelible in my memory. Paddling has brought many happy times, but that was by far the saddest.

[@BeauMiles]

Indeed, Qaannat. Deeply sad. It's a topic that I talk about in classrooms with undergraduates, and fascinating to hear the range of insight that people have about the tragedy. Quite a nice thought actually, that Andrew is still a big part of the learning process. Go well, Q.

[@bu_lai_ke]

Was he ever found?

[@jonathantokios8013]

@@bu_lai_ke sadly he was never found. Only kayak was found over turned.

[@bu_lai_ke]

@@jonathantokios8013 damn 😐😔🥺 that sucks 😐😔 at least he went doing something he loved I guess, for what it's worth 😐😔

[@calmac7287]

Beau, we met you on the beach in KwaZulu Natal, Calum and Helen. This is the first time I've seen this film, great movie and fascinating to see the rest of your trip!

[@appleqor]

Cal Mac hoping to see Beau's reply here

[@1239chris]

@Beaumiles

[@BeauMiles]

Brilliant! Cal and Helen. Well, all going to plan and I make a few more films that set fire to the bank balances, I'll bring my Helen and our new addition May to SA for take 2...Great to hear from you

[@gusfalk]

@@BeauMiles damn 6 months :D

[@gusfalk]

@Dr Boom What? I was referring to the fact that it took Beau six months to reply to Cal Mac.

[@Escapaid]

Every time I watch one of Beau's films not only does it make me think pretty hard about my own life but gives me that exact same feeling that happens when you start on an adventure. Excitement mixed with oh f*@k what have I gone and done now. Fair play Beau, what a film.

[@sydneyconcerts902]

the man that ran off to get you drinks wow thats hospitality and how his son came to help as well

[@VEE3RDEYE]

These are the adventures i love to see people take! For no reason but to do it!

[@BeauMiles]

Well said VEE

[@philosopherking3637]

Beau Miles you are a legend, sir!

[@rakadoni8403]

@@BeauMiles Was this filmed in 2007 and posted in 2016 ? You've got a very admirable outlook on life ! At the beginning of each shift I litter pick for about half an hour and as soon as I started thinking like you, positively and enthusiastically, I found £20 in the bush ! 😊

[@letsrelaxwithtexts2114]

How dangerous it is to use a kayak in the sea?

[@121jgw]

@@letsrelaxwithtexts2114 Well, choppy seas have been troublesome to even boats. Now, imagine being there on a kayak in this shark infested waters. Sketchy business.

[@josephbirch2045]

I subscribed as soon as he started consulting the Risk board for scale

[@gamegiant5136]

That part was gold

[@poopmcpoop3855]

RIP Andrew Mcauley, he was 30 miles away from completing his journey

[@tigrecito48]

who is andrew mcauley? he tried the same trip?

[@SEXXXY634]

@@tigrecito48 Not the same trip. He disappeared in the Tasman Sea trying to get from Australia to New Zealand (1600 km) in a kayak. RIP

[@tigrecito48]

@@SEXXXY634 but is it the guy in the africa video or is that the youtuber doing the africa trip? - i was gonna do a kayaking baja california years ago did a years training for it and then the trip was cancelled

[@SEXXXY634]

@@tigrecito48 In this video it's Beau Miles and Jared Sharples.

[@copyninja8756]

@@tigrecito48 'I was gonna'

[@MacintoshMe12]

Beau, your film’s stand the test of time. I’m watching this in 2021, and the archival feel to your journey, has already oxidized itself through your blood, sweat, and tears. I’ve never had the opportunity to make such a journey myself, but I’m living vicariously through the riptides of your life. It feels a little bit like a microcosm to your adulthood. I hope you go back one day, and rewatch these films, seeing yourself time traveling through the decades, and inevitably finding yourself back in those moments. Relive them if you can. Many people will likely never attempt even one of the adventure you’ve embarked on. You’ve amounted to more than I can count on both hands and feet. Man, you’re a hero. I hope we cross paths in the future. Mac

[@Ms.Hopeful]

You write beautifully. I enjoyed reading this even if it wasn’t for me

[@Mark_Jacobson81]

"I want to do a huge kayak trip somewhere... hmm where to go? I know!, i'll go to where there are the largest concentrations of great white sharks in the world!"..

[@dracosilver908]

Sharks are better than african pirates

[@luistoroteijeiro7701]

Then you must go to Wall Street.......

[@straybubbles7334]

@@dracosilver908 racist

[@jarod5672]

@@straybubbles7334 how

[@anguishingquark]

luis toro teijeiro Wall Street isn’t that bad. All they do is pop pills and jack off

[@SethAllanAmes]

Biggest challenge of trip. Being a redhead in equatorial sun.

[@finalgeneration1462]

safrica is no where close to the equatorial sun

[@Argo483]

UV is weaker there than in Australia (his home country).

[@puchomuc]

.. and loosing your hat on top of that xD

[@joshcoyne2983]

How is he a redhead?

[@DirtTherapyDownUnder]

You dont call men redheads, they are known as Ranga's

[@aljazbrilj1698]

This video was like reading a manga watching a character on a journey through life, having ups and downs very good

[@paddlefaster]

I remember watching this when you first released it and I'm watching it again because you are an inspiration. I'm looking to do an, one day, 80k solo paddle in early Oct. The way you look at life causes me to slow down and question what is truly driving me. I think that leads to safer decision making when I finally shove off.

[@silkewind1711]

Thought it was “just” a kayaking video, it was so much more. Thank you beau for this beautiful adventure such an inspiration

[@benc640]

This is brilliant. I spent 6 months walking across Africa a few years ago and god, this takes me back. The scenery, the overwhelming warmth and kindness of the people, the hundreds moments where you think ‘only in Africa’. Amazing work. Well done boys.

[@kap1526]

Wow that is awesome !!! Where did you start your trip and where did you end it??

[@gusfalk]

did you basically only walk? what route did you take? this sounds really interesting

[@kap1526]

@wantafanta01 the areas he went through were kind and friendly places in africa? You dont beleive that? Do you really beleive the whole continent of africa is evil and dangerous? You must live under a rock.

[@geejee1255]

africa or not very good people regardless

[@kealsta]

"I pulled out this old cardboard map-" It's a gameboard for the strategy game Risk. Thanks for the laugh, bruh.

[@Vineet_thatweneed]

Watched every video of yours after finding your channel yesterday, had a stress fracture in my foot from a week , can't think of anything else but running, But your films made me realise the importance of every aspect of an adventure wheather it be taking a break or listening to my heartbeat spending time with ourselves imploring while exploring. Have a good day mate idk why I've did what i did in my past 20 years of life but I'm making every year of my life count from now on pushing towards my ultimate goal of having a balanced life with the forces of expansion and survival equating eachother.

[@inderjeetkaur2779]

Why doesnt this video have a billion views and this channel 10 millions subs ????

[@bartholomewlyons]

It has just started to appear in people’s recommended so will probably pick up on subs and views shortly. Also, shows that you can have great content but not making millions like that Pewdie guy or smth. This channel is the shit. Shows life, real life, real effort and dedication. And it is free content?))

[@Syndister]

Was thinking the same but mr Lyons has all the answers

[@Syndister]

Was thinking the same but mr Lyons has all the answers

[@forestwiids9710]

Quiet he’s ours, no one else can know

[@qswedasf]

Agree

[@8873kym]

"Dude" get yourself a patreon account and keep paddling. You'll make a killing

[@appleqor]

Well said! I'm looking forward to the commute video. Maybe he'll wear a subtle Run The Line t shirt

[@furhadnasserjah123]

Everyone send him money so he can paddle? That sounds feasible

[@ThiccNThirsty]

Dude, you don't need to put "dude" in quotes to save your dadlihood

[@RS-xq6je]

@@ThiccNThirsty dude chill out there's no harm in it. Peace out dude

[@ThiccNThirsty]

@@RS-xq6je you're telling me to relax? Oh the irony...go smoke a bowl peasant

[@au_gmentedreality]

I have been binging you for days! This voyage, the bravery, the loneliness, I felt it in my heart. While I don't paddle, I can try to imagine, but cannot. I hope you're well, and thank you for this beautiful documentary of the travel

[@mobya80]

Never again will I ignore something that repeatedly pops up in my recommended. What an amazing film. Thank you.

[@brendonhamacher5183]

That map from Risk is perfect for this.

[@davidcrellin2143]

I love this. We still have two sons, luckily. No 1 son fractured skull, top & bottom palate after kayaking down Ardeche gorge and slipping down a crevasse when jumping off the Pont d'Arc. He recovered and trekked round South America to meet: No.2 son, who was trapped under a stop rock on same river, but rescued by someone reaching down and finding his BA. No. 2 son spent a year in the Guyanese rain forest with an indigenous tribe and nearly lost it canoeing down to the Kaiteur Falls, and working in a gold mine. Both now in their late 20s, and still taking risks. I won't explain what example their 2 parents set, but ice climbing, paragliding, motorcycling are involved!

[@ZachDxn]

I really appreciate your ability to meet with the locals and take every bit of help you can. So inspiring!

[@benrosen2000]

This is like a movie but it’s real life 😯

[@SuperGeert123]

I went on kayak trip 7 days on the Thames from Abingdon to London, recent. I slept in bushes and Islands. I was alone and so glad to have nothing, just bush to talk to , good sleeping arrangements , food drink supply. I am planning next trip ..

[@SuperGeert123]

@Johnny Dong Hahaha , you could also say ; survivor. Right now I ve been training in my kayak. I can go where no 1 else can, go wild camping for 10 days or more. It s called social distancing at its Best !

[@mrs.chandler9384]

SuperGeert123 No one cares.

[@4lisher]

Chinese Hitler I care. So speak for yourself.

[@nguyenminhtoanktvn]

OMG.. this awesome documentary has been sleeping for the last 3 years.. it definitely deserves more!

[@s0m3_1]

When he said he ran out of toothpaste I felt it

[@joshevans4015]

This content is absolutely spectacular. You are gripping to watch.

[@jankorl]

This movie deserves so much more credit... I'm not talking about just the number of views, people should learn from this inspirational story. Big ups! PS how did your kayak manage not to sink with your gigantic balls of steel in it?

[@BeauMiles]

Cheers Jankorl. Funny...and untrue, they are a regular set of testicles.

[@rokhnroll]

@@BeauMiles haha

[@gtsolidrossi46]

The video is not so technically well mounted and many other youtubers set aside a better quality video. But if you ask me which one do i want to know, i would say Beau Miles

[@hardeepsingh2505]

@@BeauMiles regular for whales?

[@z7olliez7518]

@@gtsolidrossi46 To be fair, the video was shot and edited 15< years ago...

[@maff3]

Beau tiful! Watching this looked like my idea of torcher, everyone gets a buzz off different things. Good on him

[@thamalratnayake7892]

wow just watched every single video of yours in the space of 3 days. what a banger to end it with

[@DisconnectedRoamer]

R.I.P Andrew McCauley

[@thomasjensen3214]

Hi Beau, I absolutely love how honest you are on this film. We see how your expression changes from pleasure and confidence to grief, as you heard about Andrew's accident over the phone. Very human!!!

[@voltprimrose6243]

I cannot believe KZbin demonetizes this type of shit man. Its so inspiring and you can learn so much, yet this guys gets nothing but his own accomplishments for this.

[@jimdevalk]

How can you tell that YT has demonetised the channel? Just curious. Thanks

[@tincanforacup2745]

@@jimdevalk me too ever dig up any dirt on it?

[@fernzyyy]

@@jimdevalk no ads on the vid

[@parkouristlife4296]

Is it possible he just didn't care about revenue?

[@electrominded8372]

I think that's all (the experience) he ever asked for

[@islandbirdw]

We traveled extensively in Mozambique, including getting married in SA and touring Swaziland over a decade ago. Africans are colorful and curious but they often get pretty excited especially about weddings. I toured with similar hat and veil! Watching you go past Ibo island. We stayed at a back packers inn there. It was epic.

[@kevinma8212]

Absolutely beautiful, to see the kindness of humans across the world. It’s amazing to see how they just took you in as a friend.

[@hanoitripper1809]

Kevin Ma and the well known south african corruption

[@PorterPally]

Can’t believe the algorithm took this long to recommend this. Some of the best content on YT.

[@theangryenglish566]

This was a great watch. The thing that'll stick with me for far longer than I know is the human elements, the harmony and the complete lack of modern needs and wants.

[@henryscott-jones7408]

Beau. I need more of your films, they’re bloody ace. After thinking I’d watched all your videos and scanning through the list, I quickly realised that I never actually finished this one so set about doing exactly that. NOW I’ve watched them all. I do hope you’re making more mate as you’re a hoot to watch and to be honest, a massive legend in my eyes. Keep up the great work and I look forward to watching the next one.

[@CFRATT]

Wow, this is beyond special. I wish I’d come across this years ago, the message, the trip, and the scenery. Thanks for posting it

[@rajgill7576]

Kayaking in the ocean isnt for children, I have personally gone fishing on a rough day and its really hard to go where you wanna go

[@gillies7775]

im from South Africa, and i cant tell you its no joke blady dangerous even to go out by boat in our waters here by the cape, this man has big balls and no brain to do it in a kayak. But all in all, very entertaining, good luck to him on future adventures.

[@gibbosroadtripadventures]

OMG 6 years have passed and I’m finding this now. My son is now in South Africa about to hand out bikes he’s assembled to kids in SA. Your blogging is incredible, for a mum back at home I love that the ocean looks just like Australia. My son and his partner are keen surfers, so it’s good for us to see what it might be like for him. I hope my son & his beautiful partner stay safe.

[@BeauMiles]

Thanks for watching Gibbo

[@MrSolonolo]

Congratulations and thanks for this. It was truly great to see an individual with a pure sense of adventure in action. Inspiring !!!

[@kayasper6081]

"This bloody paddling business, it is just hard work" Hahaha! I also make large trips by sea kayak, sometimes I feel just the same haha. Africa, very cool and well shot and edited film!

[@BeauMiles]

Thanks, Kayasper. Might head back one day and finish what I started. I warming back up to the idea.

[@kayasper6081]

Thanks for your reply, Beau! Yeah, you should do that, I think! Currently I am considering a sea kayak trip of 5000 km, so love to see your videos.

[@appleqor]

Beau Miles you two could paddle together

[@V4n1lla_Rice]

Always amazes me how the people who have the least are the most generous. Gota love Africa x

[@pierrevanerve5728]

They want you to have the fun which they missed.

[@DMWBN3]

100% I was about to post the exact same thing. Like some of the documentary or videos on KZbin,...... where I've seen homeless people be given something, then they immediately share it, often with a complete stranger.

[@geejee1255]

the simplicity and kindness was heartwarming to watch..on a contrast the pissed of white man over a hat shortly after a friend died...yeah the difference is amazing

[@gamegiant5136]

@@geejee1255 I don't believe it was really the hat that pissed him off but the piling of things that happened before, the hunger, the struggle of the waves and then his friend dying. In shock we like to grip to something real so our feelings can feel justified.

[@gamegiant5136]

@@geejee1255 No need to bring race into things though bud, let's just be positive about things 💛

[@jacksimpsonmusic]

This is what it’s all about. People always ask what the meaning of life is, but they forget that it’s a choose your own adventure. Beau has just blown my mind. Watching these videos isn’t to dissimilar to an ice bath. What a wake up.

[@ranirathi3379]

exactly. this is why Nietzsche to now to even centuries later when there will be man-made stem-cell organs making humans as close to God as can be, the puzzle of meaning will still be there. until we realize it doesn't have to be the same for everyone and that it is okay for you to give your life the meaning you want to give it, from where you are in life and have it change as you evolve and it doesn't make any of it less true/authentic. today's truth might be obsolete tomorrow but it doesn't make it false today. your truth might not be anyone else's, but it doesn't mean it is not true for you.

[@pinnertom]

You guys are actually the real heroes of life. People look to celebrities for heroism where there is none. Crazy you are actually like the adventurers of old, brilliant.

[@eddydewilde4958]

great job on the reporting Beau, so insightful and informative. A hard journey and a story well told. You are an all round champ!

[@BeauMiles]

Cheers, eddy. I enjoyed a lot of Africa, and thought I was daft for the rest of it. Go well, fella.

[@nicoleneesterhuyse7090]

I'm from South Africa and this is absolutely amazing. You deserve so much more recognition!!

[@NEKKZI]

The lengths of what this man does is incredible and this channel is so underrated we need to get him to 500k by the end of 2020 and 1 mil and the end of 2021 this comment was on 28 February this is my experiment

[@AnyoneCanSee]

I think this guy is incredible. I went travelling in 1989, before it was so popular to take a gap year and travel to far out of the way places. It didn't matter how far from civilisation you got, in a high mountain pass in Tibet or the jungles of Madagascar there would always be an Aussie with this sort of enthusiasm pop up. Places where I'd not see another Westerner for days. It's long been an important cultural thing for Australians to go on adventures but this guy is something beyond most other humans. He makes me want to go on more adventures When you are young you have to seize those opportunities and not just dream about it. I remember thinking if I work a normal job and take two weeks vacation somewhere I want to see a year it will be 26 years to spend one year of abroad seeing the world. This guy knows how to live and seize the day.

[@au_gmentedreality]

I have so many dreamt ideas, but I can honestly admit, unknown uncertainty, causes me to be very fearful. Having a panic disorder is the cause. The woods, animals, even the dark, isn't as scary as people. To all the kind people thank you!

[@au_gmentedreality]

I didn't realize, 1989 I had a brain injury. I've recovered, but I'm changed. Mom and dad said I was fearless as a little guy, after the accident i was an emotional wreck

[@rossvickers4235]

First vid I’ve watched of you and I honestly was hooked start to finish! I loved it! Great vid, made me homesick as well being South African. Sometimes I forget how great Africa is! People are always willing to help you there when you least expect it!!

[@tyleraxten936]

I've watched this 3 times now. Beau, your storytelling is so captivating. You're a bloody treasure mate, hope you're doing alright through this bloody pandemic.

[@elijahchandler9551]

The youtube algorithm has gathered us together again.

[@diggie9598]

Awesome how nice the african people are. Beautiful!

[@wilsbalchin]

Really took me on a journey, honestly hands down I think my favourite internet film I’ve ever seen, wish this had been in my recommendations a lot sooner

[@Semi-C-Samurai]

"I don't want to have to do anything, to say that I've done it. I wanna do it, because I love it." (8:15). That is probably the best, purest adventure mantra that I've ever heard. You, Sir are one of the finest examples of human spirit that I've ever seen! If I wasn't already a kayaker (30 + years), you'd inspire me to become one. BRAVO!

[@kylemargot3352]

I feel like I come back to this video every few months, truly inspiring adventure. No punches pulled on the highs and lows, gotta love it

[@Ahmetttttttttttttt]

one day we will look back and say "remember when beau only hade 61k subs"

[@markjvairy]

Absolute inspiration mate , watched from start to finish , I just sold my catamaran and bought a hobie kayak and did my first trip , 30 kms offshore , great to see another bloke making the most of life 👊

[@sbsb4995]

Excellent video. Lucky man .

[@shane0yourgod]

I remember you telling me about this trip while you were a guide at Monash. Great to put some vision to the story. Also never forget the power of the speedos.

[@shable1436]

He seems like he has been everywhere and met tons of ppl

[@rebeccanelson739]

Watched this for the first time and realized you started your journey at my family's lodge; Morrungulo! Hello from the Nelson's:)

[@courteneyrandall8789]

I applaud you and give mad respect for your nerve and ambition on such an epic journey. Thanks for inspiring a new paddler to get out and explore all that life ,and this earth,has to offer. Wishing you the best of luck from Oklahoma, USA 🇺🇸 !

[@BeauMiles]

Thanks Courteney, I always like picturing people doing their paddling thing in the US- having lived on and off there for so many years, I truly miss the place (Vermont). Cheers for watching and happy paddling (no shortage of jaw dropping- and lovely 'everyday' places in your country...) Best

[@skraaaaz]

I've been on vacation for a small week to sweden and took on a canoe a trip through lakes and rivers. I enjoyed every second of it and still think back to those days. Thinking about getting my own canoe right now and just go out there.

[@eligillispie1206]

This provoked thought. Love the films, Beau.

[@Bluh]

this video deserves WAY more views

[@duncanhamilton6440]

Enjoyed watching every bit of this Beau. I particularly loved seeing your honesty surrounding your struggles, highs and lows!

[@rockerobertson4002]

Ocean scares the hell out of me. Brave guy. Amazing trip, well done. Next time I'm down under, I'll look you up. Love Australia.

[@chrisferguson7676]

I love the conciecoucness of this person. We are nothing but a blip in time. We keep going. No matter what. Just keep going. Don't give up. Each generation progresses. Keep going...... keep going...... keep going.

[@rhettmelton]

I was thinking the whole time "this guy is so familiar..", and then at 36:34 I realized "..Oh shit, it's the human bean!"

[@rhettmelton]

Doesn't matter that they're sardines. Him opening a can is all I needed to see

[@dragos8839]

And a real hero

[@marybar542]

You are a inspiration sir greakeep on, beau you the man, love watching your videos watch them with my family

[@slappinwater]

This was so inspiring. I loved every second of this video!

[@jamesd6870]

KZbin has blessed my recommended with your videos in 2021, and as a South African living in the UK I can say well done for not getting arrested, shot, or eaten by a great white on this trip!

[@autumncox2676]

The editing on this is phenomenal, and you are the most interesting and genuine person I've seen on the internet in a long time. You remind me of what I think Thor Heyerdahl would be like if he was born in this generation. Thank you for sharing your journey, and maybe I'll meet you on mine in the future

[@BeauMiles]

Cheers, Autumn. Beaut name (it was high on the list for our May). Go well!

[@skiptracerbob]

"And I've lost my hat." Absolute sickener, Beau

[@brocknewbery1040]

Great film Beau Miles, great approach to paddling, its all about the journey, not about the destination. Cheers Brock Newbery

[@BeauMiles]

Thanks Brock, much obliged.

[@sakthivel.a7031]

Good job.......

[@CloudPixel]

Love the vibes of the old lady! She talked about how bad her situation was but still offered you tea!

[@isaacw5673]

Beau u give my spirit a lift. Coming from the states I live your work, thanks for your heart you give to the world!

[@ohjimmy7604]

I love this video. Today is the second time I've watched it. Kudos from a fellow Aussie paddler.

[@suvrajeetdas]

This man needs more subscribers comeon KZbin use your magic algorithm recommend this man to everyone.✌️

[@Blimes787]

suvrajeet das he was in my recommended

[@suvrajeetdas]

@@Blimes787 share this channel he is a pretty good guy I want to be like him one with nature

[@kit2130]

I don’t want to encourage him to do these life risking adventures!

[@Dexduzdiz]

I think you may have magical powers my sir,

[@konnen4518]

KZbin recommendation is based on the number of views and how long people stay in the video before leaving. That means this video will most likely not ever gonna get recommended to people who do not view this sort of content.

[@Sliverth]

“We’ve lost what it means to get places under our own steam.” Thanks for posting this wonderful video!

[@starofdavid9919]

What an adventure, very inspirational. Its not the destination its the journey. Fantastic.

[@ryanfox3337]

So wait a minute... You mean to tell me you Kayaked around the most Great White shark infested waters in the world for over a thousand miles and the only thing that happened was a 3 ft shark nibble on the paddle?!

[@vfgjasminebaker]

Aussies

[@coyoboyo]

@@vfgjasminebaker Guppy

[@HayashiShirou]

why worry about Great White sharks when knowing they actively hunting around dusk and dawn... just dont get into water around the time.

[@alexchung5597]

well.. he also lost his hand stitched hat mate

[@masonmunkey6136]

There are certainly bigger threats when kayaking around the tip of Africa than sharks.