My REAL Ocean Survival Story - SOLO ISLAND CAMPING - Part 5

The last part of the series and a great way to end it all. We made it all the way to the remote outer Great Barrier Reef and it was breathtaking. Plus a special Catch and Cook while I tell a story of peril, the day that fun ocean survival almost went wrong.
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[@daiquiri.]

"I guess it's time to go - I've eaten one of your buddies, sorry about that" - on the list of sentences I hope to never hear from aliens visiting Earth, this one is pretty high on top lol!

[@rokkitkit]

The harsh reality.. aliens outta here😂

[@martinquintana5837]

Rod I noticed that your videos are getting better and better, like the beginning of this video is epic the views are so beautiful. You're a great cinematographer just awesome bro. Keep your videos going and stay safe and blessed. Aloha from Kansas

[@rokkitkit]

Thanks mate, I definitely tried to improve my efforts and editing for this series 👍

[@drewandcharlie7583]

Excellent series. Just excellent.

[@romanteni]

​@@rokkitkitI feel like you have so much unused footage. That second channel idea and then link those videos at the end of this one. Look up how Zachary Fowler does it with his videos. Most of time it's hard to find your next video after this one is over, KZbin most of the time sends me to some other channel. If u gave us 2 choices to click at end of this one - I bet most people who made it to end of video - they'll follow ur links

[@ogamiitto999]

Brother your videos have been like therapy for me for several years now and they just keep getting better. Thank you so much for sharing these experiences with us and here's to many more to come!

[@its_me_JZ]

51:15 "Oh, that coconut smells good, doesn't it"... yah yah yah, keep rubbin it in Rod 😂 hold on while I go grab my drool towel!

[@kluangh1tam]

The open sea was so calm, the water was crystal clear, it's mesmerizing. That drone shots alone worth million bucks.

[@robertchua5229]

45:15 That should be enough for the Guinness World Record for the number of ' What can possibly go wrong went wrong record'😂😛

[@darrenthompson8376]

Between your narrative and the visuals you really bring us along with you during your adventures. Thanks for sharing your current and past trip! :)

[@shaina6184]

This man must be protected at all cost. His films are the best on youtbe. Watching his footage makes me ponder literally moving to the other side of the world. Sir much love from Texas, I look forward to watching many more of your adventures. Stay safe, and tight lines!

[@shym9933]

Man, I wish I had those parrot fish scales. I could make such a beautiful resin painting.

[@philsmith6583]

Rod, what awesome vid, wow you sure have big balls bro, sharing what happened and not giving up, you should be proud of yourself , sheer guts man,

[@davidgerard761]

This is the best channel on youtube, i live vicariously through your videos

[@srx2106]

I'm always impressed by the quality of simple yet such exciting food you create

[@jaytonkin]

Hey Rokkit. That fella on the sport fishing yacht has his own KZbin channel that I also enjoy. The name of the channel is Professional Boat Care. He showcases that clip and talks about that exact scene @6:56 in the video titled Heavy Tackle Giant Black Marlin fishing Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Australia 2022.

[@Quake120]

As someone who is landlocked but experienced the ocean for the first time about a year and a half ago, your videos keep me sane until I can get back! I love these, keep it up!

[@dawnlawson3682]

I could sit a watch those reefs all day. Here in Missouri, all we see is the ones in the pet stores.

[@sarbaazchabahar]

Man don't you love it when sea is so calm and water is so flat like a sheet of glass! Its epic. Great shots mate, cheers🐟🎣✌️🍺

[@Transcona]

Keep the videos coming Kit! Your videos are my crack a cold one, sit on the couch, relax and enjoy the video on my Friday nights here in Canada!!

[@wisco1121]

Rod.... you're an artist! Whether its the way you fish or the way you cook! And these video's are breathtaking. You are an absolute legend! I wish you all the best and your family in 2024❤

[@peterl2820]

Sustenance …. Another great vid. Fuel.

[@SloanRanger61]

Almost an hour of goodness awaits ye!

[@AVRVids]

Amazing meal. So simple, but that would be a $30 plate at a restaurant and it would even be fresh. Nice one

[@Ride_Reel]

Another great fishing vid Rokkit, thanks for being one of the awesome creators inspiring me through my year long battle with cancer and the start of my own journey doinga channel of fishing and motorcycle vids. Keep up the awesome work! Love seeing your adventure out in the ocean diving and fishing

[@recusant11]

Drone footage was something else!

[@nuddz]

Crazy story mate awesome you shared that experience with us and come back to where it happened!!

[@toddfullwood8640]

I was watching that video and he gave you a pretty good wrap! They were out hunting bullfighting and there's this dude in an inflatable doing KZbin vids, epic 👌

[@Mr.Markus.]

I mean, let's be honest. That's a pretty impressive shit that fish takes at 17:56.

[@drewk3646]

Wow thats a big beautiful Parrot fish. Had it once in Cook Islands. So delicious!~

[@mikeladley5149]

Great story and adventure. Excellent shots of the reef, the bait slick, and nice parrot fish with tasty mango salsa. Thanks for sharing Rod! 👍💖🐟

[@mrcrankyank]

What a journey. I always wondered how you went last year but had no idea it almost broke you. Kudos for getting back there and re-telling the story, and congrats on being able to do it in the new boat!

[@delawareteacher1182]

Great video, keep praying for the Lord's will!

[@andrewvillanueva3722]

Another awesome video Rod!!!! You are so lucky to be able fish in such a beautiful environment!!!

[@Mr.Markus.]

that shot at 5:35 is rather excellent.

[@beganny]

3:07 wow REALLY visualizes you out there bobbing around in the open ocean!

[@fishonlinecanada]

Thank you for taking us on your adventures. The spearfishing and catch and cook parts add a special feature to this amazing video. Stay awesome and keep filming!

[@Smugginz]

Rokkit in just his briefs and life jacket is a special brain picture. Big waves in open water might as well be space travel. Very brave dude. Great story.

[@charlockprime]

That is definitely a nail biting story and situation, Rod. It's during those moments that you are grateful for your experience and ability to keep a level head. I'm glad you were able to work your way back to safety and kept your wits about you. Happy you're safe and sound and just have a crazy story to tell!

[@mdma17]

Gotta say Rod, the 1440p ulta-wide videos look so great on my 36inch ulta-wide monitor. Keep it up! Also, that sneaky frame of the captian with the squid...haha!

[@rokkitkit]

Thanks mate 😁🦑

[@boomer3305]

rod this is a show film dam good

[@PhysFlys]

I saw that sneaky Simpsons sea captain in there haha. Sick adventure as per normal.

[@dangibson4240]

"bugger it." I love your lingo, man! Your channel is truly a treasure and I love following all your trips. Cheers!

[@_____J______]

Watching this while eating Rainbow trout with chips, nice sync, cheers

[@johnlehmeyer8793]

Absolutely amazing photography, amazing story about your little boat adventure and an amazing meal! Trifecta RoKKit you nailed it!!!

[@Alberthoward3right9up]

Holy shit Rod. What a hell mission that would of been. Lucky to get thru it from the sounds of it

[@Here4ucantbe]

I am so jealous of you and your proximity to all that beauty!! What a wonderful place to see through your camera. I can't begin to imagine what its like in person!! Another great video my friend!! XOXOXO

[@maxmarbeya]

That looked absolutely delicious bud, Tight lines pal 😁👍

[@joanneganon7157]

I'm glad your safe🎉. Beautiful Fish 👍. JO JO IN VT 🇺🇸💞

[@MrOshirinoana]

Seafarer all the way! Thank you for getting yourself home!

[@CundaliniWantsHisHandBack]

The mango-fish-mint-salsa combo dish with coconut looks amazing.

[@justuschmiii3173]

Great underwater views...! TNX 4 VID LOL

[@preacherfrompontiac9714]

We all have those memories youvd chosen to allow people to learn from yours. Thanks man

[@chrisshepherd6878]

I could eat that parrot fish dish 24 7.yuuummmm

[@cakesnipher7024]

One month in a row my notifications have been working, yessssss!

[@nicelady51]

The fish looks so delicious!! 😋

[@dougbeale4847]

Wow the fish meal looked yummo!

[@adamgc73]

Love that stringed instrument music background Rod. I feel the need to break out my violin 🎻 to re create it ❤ great cinematography and perfect music selection to accompany it 👌

[@twinflowerfioretta]

You live in a place where you can enjoy the ocean in the best sense. I respect what you do and i can learn how to fillet fish, - i love raw fish shashimi, but only freshly caught. You do always very delish😋cooking ! Thank you Rod for great adventures and amazing footages !👋👍💙

[@garrettstitt5489]

Amazing clear water, wow! Rod, You’re the Fishing’s man! You give us hope we should ever see this in our lifetime.

[@johannesterzer4867]

Man you are one heck of a storyteller 💪 love your videos!!

[@SILSKY]

This video is epic! The edited drone shots, the underwater footage, the fishing, the catch and cook, and of course your calm but witty monologue all were very well done! This is why I have been a supporter of your channel for so long. I appreciate your work ethic and dedication! Thank you from Florida, USA.

[@Drainoed]

Was waiting for this !!!!’ So excited !

[@fishhunt9874]

Pretty gnarly tale you shared at the end. Could have gone a lot worse, bet you learned a lot from that adventure. just one bit of advice. Buy a couple of those little jumpstart packs. Keep one in your vehicle and an one in your boat. I have use the one in my vehicle to help others at least four or five times. I used the one in my boat to help a group of guys who were stuck in their boat. I was going out with my boys and I saw a group of guys holding onto a wooden piling in the middle of the bay. They knew they had a weak battery but they went out anyway. I was with my two boys going out fishing. I handed them the jump starter and their boat fired right up. Those guys were so happy that I was prepared. My boys were happy as well, they tell me I’m always prepared for everything. Life lessons hopefully they will learn from.

[@rokkitkit]

Haha, yep 100%. I have a jumpstart pack with me now all the time. I use it quite a bit too. If it’s not for my mishaps, it’s so great to be angles to help someone out. Has got lots of use too! 😅😁

[@PieknyWojtek]

About a year ago I moved from Poland to one of the Greek islands and thought it would be cool to have a boat and explore the sea here. Few days later I saw one of your videos and now I'm searching for a boat to buy and start my own adventures. Very inspiring!

[@Nate_Squared]

Man that opening had me glued to the screen.

[@adriancarl1210]

Gooi mielies Rod, love to see that harsh trip.

[@fotoboho31]

Top notch... the drone footage, the reef diving, the story, that meal! I have some atlantic cod in the freezer and a well supplied produce market just down the street, I'll be making this recipe soon. Cheers from Detroit!

[@kingjohn1974]

Chunks of parrotfish dipped in beer batter deep fried with some chips and a cold beer.Great video.Beautiful country.

[@rokkitkit]

Yum!!

[@timbopaki542]

Well done 👏 perfect catch and cook 😊

[@RikkiTikkiTavi290]

Amazing video.

[@joshbrall8711]

Wow seeing you from the other guys point of view is crazy! I guess I never thought about it watching your old videos with the little red boat damn!!

[@globbyjunior862]

17:55 - 18:00 Yes, I am right! Fish do actually piss in the water, haha.

[@ShaunGud]

Awesome episode Rokkit. So much what to see the outer reefs.

[@TheDGEsteves]

Another great video Rod. Amazing footage, and the recipe at the end…wow

[@dimsilo464]

wholesome moment with a fan. nice vid as always

[@JasonMcCannLover]

Another great video!

[@spote7047]

That overhead drone shot was so cool. Thanks for the quality content.

[@DiverFPL]

That meal was the most mouth watering thing I've seen on youtube. Awesome job Rod

[@TheWardagh]

Incredible work and production. Well done 👏🏼

[@jasekemp8777]

International rod 🙌😂

[@PhuquerkProductions]

I love your videos mate... really immersive.... Makes me feel like I'm out there livin' that life.

[@mikewong3573]

loved this one mate!

[@Kiomanche]

What a great video! That was an adventure!,

[@workplayrepeat]

That was a terrifying experience. Keep safe and thanks for your videos

[@lesmansom7817]

Fair dinkum Rod, I’ve only gone and drooled. 👌👍😎

[@rayray4056]

Great video. Beautiful!

[@user-uj3rl4hb4x]

I love your insights Rokkit ❤😂

[@user-uj3rl4hb4x]

Greatly appreciated 😅

[@MegaDan2480]

Thanks so much for the video Rod, I love your work. Super excited (maybe not as much as you! 😂) for what’s to come next on your channel!

[@randomcubed5005]

That was a wild ride, bud! Glad ya kept your wits and rode the storm home👍

[@roosterfisher]

Wow great shots mate

[@Mettasutta1970]

That was fantastic Rod. That meal made me very hungry for sure!

[@TheHopefulAngler]

Mate I really enjoyed those last videos and the story behind the journey on the little boat, you have balls of steel! as a TrueKit Disco 330 owner I can appreciate how hard that must have been. So pleased it ended well though, not sure what I'd do without your videos to watch. Tight Lines and stay safe buddy😎.

[@StElmosFire85]

Can’t wait to visit Aus! Such amazing nature being showcased in your vids!!!❤

[@sierrashere6957]

Your under water shots are absolutely amazing !!!

[@Felixamonday]

We love you mate and glad you held your nerve! Good content of late also ✌🏼

[@megamindtvsydney3967]

Awesome!

[@butlerboyadventuresbba4090]

Fantastic series, loved it. Thanks for entertaining and inspiring us with your missions. Crazy hectic story as well.

[@blackbirdxx4613]

As always good stuff rockin rod....

[@jackgalloway8314]

Brilliant, Rod. Love the channel!

[@davidbeguin9234]

So loved the clear water and reef. The blue of the giant clam was stunning! Thanks for sharing

[@sonmethod]

great vid again man, insane what you went thorough during that trip.

[@charliestylianou1270]

The ocean is a scary place rod and lucky you know enough to help in situations like that and sadly some people don’t, which is why I support all KZbinrs on the waters, it’s definitely something everyone should know about, and learn as you never know how the ocean will treat you on some days out Love the work mate keep it up