Silent Hiking for 7 days in South Africa and Lesotho

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ABOUT THE HIKE
In March 2022 I solo hiked for 8-days in the Drakensberg mountains on the border of South Africa and Lesotho.
My route started in Cathedral Peak in uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. I hiked up to the escarpment via Organ Pipes Pass where I headed north towards the Mnweni area. I got down the escarpment via Rockeries Pass for resupplies and back up (bushwacking) via Fangs Pass. North at the top of Tugela Falls in the Amphitheater of Royal Natal National Park I met up with my dad to spend one last night up the escarpment. We got down via the infamous Sentinel Ladder.
Favorite hike in the world. The weather, terrain, views, people and remoteness make this hike really unique. Also the most challenging hike to date.
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This is an ambient film without dialog.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:38 Day 1 - Thunderstorms from a cave (17km, 2400m gain)
4:23 Day 2 - The shepherds (20km, 1200m gain)
7:55 Day 3 - Storm down to Mnweni (22km, 900m gain)
11:53 Day 4 - Mnweni children (11km, 300m gain)
14:15 Day 5 - Bushwhacking up the escarpment (24km, 2300m gain)
17:01 Day 6 - Where the Lesotho shepherds live (15km, 800m gain)
20:04 Day 7 - Hi dad! (18km, 800m gain)
22:30 Day 8 - World's tallest waterfalls (19km, 600m gain)
25:35 Outro (photos)
#drakensberg #southafrica #solohiking #southafrica #hiking #solocamping #silentfilm

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[@dennisklopper1818]

South Africa most beautiful country in the world 🇿🇦❤️

[@thepeoplesoul]

This may be the coolest hiking film I’ve watched, and I’ve watched 100s and 100s. So many unique elements. I’ll be watching this again. Well done. I LOVE how you filmed some locals, the monkeys, horses, the caves, the moon, stars, everything. Stunning film work.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! This hike really had it all: the weather, the landscapes and the people.

[@mollotuka8946]

I bet you didn't even ask those children's parents whether they're allowed sweets. It's rude and ilmmanerd behaviour from anyone whether black or white. Lesotho🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸

[@andrewlinesjah4538]

Watch the canoeing trips on the Yukon River America has spectacular natural areas Also watch " Outdoor Girl " s KZbin channel SCOTISH HIGHLANDS ETC Of course rsa has magnificent picturesque scenic beauty too JAH BLESS ...

[@pauloh3591]

This video was perfect!

[@wjames1937]

So evocative, thank you for capturing and preserving the essential, unchanging spirit of the 'Berg - this from an 85y-old expat SAfrican now living in Ontario, Canada. Starting in 1960, based in Durban, having hiked most passes and ridge walks from Drakensberg Gardens to the Amphitheatre, every fortnight, with much older, heavier equipment let it be said. Yours is an especially masterful capture of the daily monsoonal electric weather, thank you. We covered your route in the reverse direction, my young bride and I, and finally fled SAfrica in 1969, so your video is heart-rending (my wife passed away recently). My only tangential comment is that, having absorbed the essential 'Berg with one's life companion, adds even more somehow; Lyn was especially knowledgeable about the wildflowers and natural habitats. How I miss all of that, so much, dammit. Thanks again.

[@HarmenHoek]

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. I have read your comment several times now, and it moves me every time. I thank you for sharing your story with me. And I bet the equipment in those days wasn't as comfy and lightweight as these days, so respect for that! I wish you all the best. Harmen

[@onecent3972]

@@HarmenHoek 👍🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@onecent3972]

May God bless each and every one of us 🙏🏻🙏🏻 Stay strong sir.. blessings 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@gillatkinson6350]

❤️

[@larafairhurst2469]

You must have been very fit😮

[@MehdiMirian]

This may be the best hiking video I’ve seen on KZbin. The landscape, weather, camera angles, wildlife, people, music choice, everything. You created a masterpiece Harmen. Very well done!!!

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, great. Thanks a lot!

[@wenstrupphoto]

I have never seen a hiking movie that well produced. I love that your dad shows up in the middle of the Drakensberg. I'm looking forward to your next Hike.

[@HarmenHoek]

Much appreciated! Thank you

[@johnogden6668]

Beautiful! You're the new king of no-diologue hiking videos now that Kraig Adams is basically a vlogging channel

[@HarmenHoek]

Love that! Thanks!

[@nicholasjones3554]

I second that.

[@cyber_cowpoke]

Ditto this comment!

[@helenivanova5440]

Oh, you know, Kraig Adams was exactly the one I recollected while watching. I even wanted to say that to Harmen, something like "oh, your film is as impressive as Kraig Adams' ", but thout later that it, perhaps, could be not too flattering and pleasant to here- to be compared with someone else:). These two guys are definitely high professionals in such kind of videos.

[@Mt.Everest.]

Kraig Adams is a hack!!!! Not even in the same league

[@mohammadrezabidabadi9679]

wow, i can't believe i watched this for free. for several times i found myself out of breath and felt hard to breathe, this is literally breathtaking.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you, thank you!

[@cascadiahiking]

That was one of the best 26 minutes I've ever spent on KZbin. It was so good I had to watch it a second time. Very well done, Harmen :)

[@HarmenHoek]

Great to hear! :)

[@MysteryVerseShorts]

This is the most beautiful hiking video I’ve ever seen. I’m a South African and can definitely say that we do have the most beautiful landscapes with gorgeous sunsets and thunderstorms. I’ve never been to the Drakensburg but I’ve always wanted to go. It’s officially at the top of my list this year 🌻

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you Raven! It's awesome hearing that from a South African!

[@petersteyn7764]

As a South-African and a Photographer/Filmmaker you have touched my heart. I run in these mountains and you have connected me with them again in such a deep level. Well done!

[@HarmenHoek]

True compliment from a South-African. Thank you!

[@lucky8057]

I'm only 8 minutes in and my mind is officially blown! The amount of effort you put in these videos is on a different level! Keep it up brother!

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, thank you! It's comments like these that motivate me the most. More to come!

[@lucky8057]

You're going places dude! Waiting for the full film!

[@annettehoek4317]

I love this film so much! (I love South Africa) It touch my soul. I know it wasn't easy some days, but you did it! And again: I am so proud of you! Love you!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you mum! I guess I was well raised. (; Love you

[@thepatriotsrage661]

Your home misses you too! ;) Come back soon for a visit.

[@tintswalochabalala4672]

Our country is beautiful, My God! You captured it so beautifully . I'm in awe!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks!

[@catherinechristiansen2699]

Harmen, this is the most inspired and inspiring piece of film making I've ever seen about the Drakensberg. I'm from Durban, now living in Germany, and I've hiked in the Berg, once for four days with three others, sleeping in caves. But what you depicted was at another level! Breathtaking shots and time lapses. All of it. Having travelled a fair bit, South Africa's beauty and people still hold the number one spot for me. But you have shown me its beauty beyond what I knew before. Gratitude maatjie!

[@HarmenHoek]

Hearing that from an South African is a big compliment. Thanks a lot!

[@paularuotsalainen979]

I have now seen both, the full version, and this shorter one of "The Drakensberg". I'm lacking superlatives that would describe well enough my feelings. Both versions are the best hiking or nature videos I've ever seen, in KZbin or elsewhere. Outstanding cinematography, every scene so complete, the beauty, and on the other hand - the hiking challanges of the area so well presented, all those breath-taking drone sequences, and all the trouble you have seen to get that splendid material, and such an outstanding result of editing. Ýou truly are very, very talented, Harmen. Heartfelt thanks for these two wonderful visual experiences!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you Paula! Means a lot. (;

[@silverestmoon8669]

I was young when I first hiked through Drakensberg, I'll never forget the taste of the purest water I've ever had, the clearest star light sky I've ever seen, and the most at one with the earth I've every felt. Great Video, brought a lot more back, like the signs of long dead animals, back to the earth only leaving their bones behind, the lives of the many living out there, people, animals and plants. Great watch!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! It definitely is a great place!

[@kylerborden]

This is the most elaborate, well thought out and executed hiking film I’ve ever seen. The placement and frames and effort put into this is incredible. Very inspiring Harmen!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! Some of these shots take 15 minutes to setup, but I love doing it every time. The creativity drives me I guess.

[@justinpeter2584]

Harmen, I need to start watching your films on a larger television! The images are spectacular!! The storms and lightning! The rugged terrain. The hot coffee and heavy rain. This landscape is amazing and beautiful. Love the brief interaction with the kids and locals! Safe travels Harmen and please continue to produce these films that transport me to places I will likely never have the opportunity to visit! Loved the closing music with still pictures as well.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you Justin! I love making these films, so more to come for sure! In fact, next trip in less than 2 weeks. (; Thanks again

[@Ross.Bagatski]

Thanks again for another great video! Your films really help me keep my mental health under bombardments in Kharkiv, Ukraine. Great work. This planet is so beautiful. Can't wait to see the next one.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks man. Sorry to hear about the situation there. Wish you guys all the best in the world!

[@stac]

Sir, you truly trekked the rarest of places in this planet. I wish you good health forever, so that you can produce such breathtaking videos for us for a long time. Bless you!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you for those words, more to come for sure!

[@kestrel.hiking]

Absolutely gorgeous! What an epic thunderstorm! Thanks, man! So much joy of watching your videos.

[@HarmenHoek]

My pleasure!

[@hikesome]

So beautiful Harmen, another banger! This is an outstanding production, you really know how to put South Africa on a stage. Looks like you had an incredible time out there and an awesome adventure. I am gonna rewatch that HIKING MOVIE, again and again, thank you so much for putting in all the work. You motivated me to record my own hikes (even if I am still walking in my "baby's" shoes regarding the skill set, compared to your knowledge and sense of filmmaking). So sad that I didn't have the passion of recording hikes while walking the trails of Namibia, Rwanda and Zimbabwe, but I am gonna go there again hopefully someday, as Africa is such a beautiful and colorful continent. Thank you again for providing content like this for free. Happy Easter and stay safe out there. Best wishes, Mario

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you Mario! I really tried to give this video a special touch; Africa is a special place. And I see you have some great videos. Keep it up!

[@thepatriotsrage661]

Sounds like you know Southern Africa well, Mario. Welcome to my home! So glad you enjoyed it and have great memories to share. It's really awesome to see some positive news about S.A. (specifically in this vid) and her raw beauty. I have a house in Jhb that you're welcome to stay at while you're travelling S.A (a home base if you like).

[@stephanferreira4635]

This is perhaps the most awe-inspiring video I have ever watched featuring my beautiful country. In a world with so much wrong, this feature silently yet majestically encapsulates all that is right with it. Well done on creating a true masterpiece.

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, thank you!

[@walkwithmedownunder8089]

Me too. I cried when I watched it.

[@vishant17]

Thank you for doing justice to the South African hikers favourite escape …. Been hoping Craig Adams came along to do one but you did a magnificent job .

[@HarmenHoek]

I appreciate that a lot! Thanks for the compliment.

[@iainmacintyre2527]

This was incredible! I really hope this gets the views and recognition it deserves!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks Iain! Much appreciated.

[@dearmountains3431]

Absolutely the most beautiful hiking documentary. Thank you for taking us on an epic adventure.

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@matemarijan3795]

This is the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen.

[@danieljackson4171]

The earth was created for man kind!! Wow A picture paints a thousand words!! Iove the scene the respect and the quiet!! Excellent choice of music. !! Thank you for the effort

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you!

[@randomvintagefilm273]

Yeah, someone finally made a professional new film on my favorite place. I'm in the US now, but I grew up near Durban, South Africa. We went to the Draakenshurg many times, the best hike was up to Policeman's Helmet. A magical place at the bottom of the continent.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! That’s means a lot to me.

[@cyber_cowpoke]

Harmen thank you so much for sharing this adventure with us! It is one of my favorite hiking videos on YT to date. I am so pumped for the long version on Friday! Cheers my friend!

[@HarmenHoek]

Awesome! Thank you! :D

[@bing4227]

Thank you for reflecting the beautiful world through your beautiful eyes and soul.

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, thank you

[@30m3]

I had no idea that South Africa looked this beautiful. I'm going to plan a hike here myself now.

[@HarmenHoek]

Very cool!

[@missbstuurman]

Same... we have some beautiful hiking trails here in keiskammahoek as well. But i will have a guide because I could get lost in the mountains.

[@paulocarreiro5855]

SA seems like a very beautiful place! Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@HarmenHoek]

It really is! Thanks for watching.

[@korean_foot_traveler8655]

The scenery of the nature in this video looks magnificent. What a great place.😀👍👍

[@HarmenHoek]

Many thanks

[@korean_foot_traveler8655]

@@HarmenHoek It was my pleasure.🙏🙌🙌🙏

[@johndillon4991]

OH MY GOD!! THAT WAS BY FAR THE BEST IV EVER WATCHED!! wow wow wow 😮 The emotion you just brought out in me 😭😂 So so beautiful! From begging to end, just an absolute journey. Bonding with the locals, hugging your friend and catching up.. helping the lady cross the river.. the kids following you.. all so nice I couldn’t help but smile and feel so many amazing emotions all in one. You bought so much feel and something entirely new to this video. It was so in-depth!! Just an absolute masterpiece Harmen, I honestly can’t say enough good things.

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow thanks for sharing, love hearing that! That friend is actually my dad! That made it really special for me!

[@joemwai4407]

Shows there is LIFE happening out there - away from the office, the city, the suburb. An awe inspiring film.

[@HarmenHoek]

Yes, totally agree! Thanks

[@katkyle100]

What a masterpiece!!! Thank you for the effort you put in to each of you videos from the sunrises to beautiful scenery during your hike to the night sky. This is hands down the best hiking video we have seen. Please keep them coming!!!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you very much! :D

[@allanandmichelle]

Well done!! This video epitomises what hiking is about, we’ve hiked NZ, Nepal and Oz. This takes some beating, thanks for sharing as this took a HUGE effort to make, you should be very proud. Enter it into a doco comp, if there is such a thing, we’ll done!!! Al

[@HarmenHoek]

Awesome! Thank you! It surely was my biggest project so far, but I'm happy with how it turned out.

[@BuhlebzNetwork]

This is amazing piece of work indeed our country has endless beauty it doesn't matter where you are in this country you will meet beauty everywhere.

[@HarmenHoek]

THank you!

[@aliusman4181]

Photos section at last is a splendid addition.

[@HarmenHoek]

Great to hear that, thanks.

[@derrickbadenhorst7329]

Breathtaking views, peaceful. And the music helps create that tranquility. Good job Harmen 👏 I most definitely shared this video with others.

[@HarmenHoek]

Awesome, thank you!

[@quantumnumber]

I think this is one of the most beautiful hiking documentary-like videos I’ve seen on KZbin, even better than some good professional produced films. No words pal, you are an absolute inspiration for many of us! Hope to see more soon, take care :)✌🏼

[@HarmenHoek]

Cool, thanks! More to come!

[@jeybi675]

Too much beautiful scene in one video. Wonderful work. Thank you.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you very much!

[@thezen-factor7995]

This video is one of the most beautiful thing I have ever seen in my entire life .

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, that's a compliment for sure. Thank you.

[@severium8057]

I come from Durban, the Drakensberg is one of my favourite places in the world. I absolutely love being there, you captured it perfectly, amazing video

[@HarmenHoek]

Much appreciated!

[@brucemunroNow67]

Magic, Harmen, how you covered so much beauty in the Dragon's own place, the up-pointed spears, the ready smiles of mountain shepherds, and the rawness of nature - very refreshing ... in many ways the country and wildness resonates with my home in southeast Oz. And yes, in the ambiance of this film .. you brought us along 🥾 👣

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks! Great to hear my ideas translated so well.

[@erikbackx3927]

Great movie of a beautiful landscape. Not only the images are great but also the editing and subtle music. Keep on going Harmen!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you!

[@hiilighter]

Stunning. Absolutely stunning. Capturing the thunder storm and then the shot of the stars. Got me a little emotional. Thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks for the comment. (:

[@irmao_do_jorel162]

I haven't finished watching it yet, but this is one of the most inspiring and uplifting videos. I noticed some Harmen details! His sensitivity is in details like the contrast of the camera frames, the poetic blurs, it made me reflect. The “songs” at certain times. An emotional scene was when you were walking alongside the children. There is artistic composition in this video! And I'm happy for you Harmen! Good luck on your journey, and I'll be here with you! I came back here just to confirm... what an amazing video bro! It's this kind of content that adds to people's lives. The ending was wonderful! Thanks for sharing! God bless you!

[@HarmenHoek]

I love reading comments, especially yours! I see my content hundreds of times when making these films, sometimes losing the true first connecting I had during my experience. Your words did me realize that again. Thank you!

[@katnip198]

Amen!

[@SergeyMakashov556]

Шикарные виды ! Особенно понравилось ночь , гроза . И звёздное небо прям Умиротворение !!!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you so much!

[@AllThingsLindo]

This has to be the most beautiful video ive ever watched on this platform! You are so talented. Your eye for detail is impeccable. Shuu!!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you so much 😀

[@thepeacerunners]

Such a great film...all your films are phenomenal...thank you for giving us all great film after great film to watch. What you and Kraig Adams do with your films is better, more worthwile, and higher quality than anything Hollywood has produced in years. You are up there in the clouds of the greatest filmakers in the world right now and I am thankful and a huge fan of every one of your masterpieces! But this one...is just out of this world!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@randyellis7792]

Best hiking video I’ve watched to date. Absolutely breathtaking videos masterfully assembled. Loved the music and the ending is awesome! Thank you!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks 👍

[@lynuslyneburg]

Wow man, simply amazing! I have seen some of your stories and was looking forward to this film. The new slider shots were fascinating! Your filming skills and your sense for compositions are unmatched! Thanks a ton! :)

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks! I really love the whole process of shooting a film. Some 5 second shots take 15 minutes to set up, but I get goosebumps seeing the results, I just love it.

[@byronswart6199]

I had a lump in my throat watching this, so beautiful. I'm a two hour drive away from the Drakensberg but have never hiked it to this extent. I'm definitely going to now. Wow wow wow 👏

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you. Those mountains are amazing, go explore!

[@daveg-j1866]

I think you took my breath away at least 30 times in that video. Wow. You have such a gift. Those tracking shots! What a beautiful part of creation, and beautiful people you met. Romans 11:36 indeed!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! (:

[@poppy1539]

Thank you so much for another amazing video! Such a beautiful scenery, people, animals gave me goose bumps and made me cry! (in a good way :-) I have never seen lightnings filmed so beautifully. Looking forward to seeing longer version!

[@HarmenHoek]

So glad! Thanks a lot!

[@kuierpad_nl]

Just one word…….. AMAZING 👌. I have never seen South Africa like This. So beautifull. And what a great views 👍

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, thanks!

[@therodg1043]

Beautiful! A country I would really like to visit.

[@HarmenHoek]

You should!

[@louismaree]

This here is pure bliss. Nothing comes close to the raw beauty of the Drakensberg. Thanks for sharing 👍👍

[@HarmenHoek]

Couldn't agree more! Thank you

[@nicholasjones3554]

Excellent work! And the even flight with the bird in the lower right corner at 21 seconds is infinitely pleasing.

[@HarmenHoek]

Many thanks! And well spotted!

[@puigcampana]

Gracias. Me fascinan tus vídeos. Aquí he vivido cada momento como propio. Felicidades por la extraordinaria calidad de tu fotografía.

[@HarmenHoek]

Muchas gracias, de nada!

[@davemischio7892]

Thank you so much for making this film. I wait until the family is gone then watch your films alone on the biggest screen possible and then get transported by your story telling and cinematography, to wherever you are hiking . Fantastic work by you , capturing the people , weather and the stunning sunsets. Then your father shows up, and it brought a tear to my eye. Please keep making these .

[@weetbix2083]

Outstanding videography. The Drakensberg is definately one of, if not THE best places in the world to hike.

[@HarmenHoek]

True! I love that it's still so wild and pure

[@sharondavis8003]

Breathtakingly beautiful!! My favorite video yet. 🙋🏼‍♀️👍🏻❤️Green mountains ⛰ reaching up to the blue sky with white clouds. WOW! A true masterpiece of a trip! 😱🇺🇸

[@HarmenHoek]

It was such a special trip for sure. That landscape is unlike anything I've ever seen before!

[@brettpietersen3077]

What a simple yet stunningly beautiful piece of content. 10/10.

[@HarmenHoek]

Epic, thanks!

[@katnip198]

Carmen your videos are medicine to my soul. They are an emotional experience. Really, no words! Just AWE!

[@wernercollins1319]

One of the best videos i have watched on youtube, we truly have a beautiful country. Thank you

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you!

[@Sheety33]

True inspiring art 🖼 🙏 Very well done my friend.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks Scott!

[@jessejayphotography]

Damn son...so well done, Harmen. I can see the effort you put in besides the hiking to capture the visuals-even hiking with a camera slider. I couldn't help but think of our earliest ancestors when you were camping in that cave. Oh, how far we have come.

[@HarmenHoek]

Much appreciated, thank you!

[@francis.inca1994]

Romans 11:36... a perfect ending to a wonderful film. Absolutely my favorite channel on KZbin ❤

[@Mike-VR]

Hiked those mountains for 30 years and you captured the feeling of the place. Brilliant production and some creative angles. Well done Harmen!

[@0addicted1]

This is a MASTERPIECE Harmen! you are one of a kind for making these videos, everything is perfect, thank you so much for sharing theses moments with us! i will also be watching this again and again!

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, thank you! :D

[@mohammedH999]

Amazing work! I really hope to visit South Africa in the future, my friend went there recently and he loved it so much and even bought me a souvenir! Africa is amazing,and i can’t imagine what heights African nations are going to achieve in the future.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! Hope you get the chance!

[@saveldaniels7773]

Wow epic journey bro! Im a biologist at Stellenbosch University and have worked and hiked in the Drakensberg and Cape Folds a lot. What a beautiful country hey! Just you and your thoughts and Mother Nature! Utterly nurturing... to the soul...but not the feet.....

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, you're sure lucky living in such a beautiful country!

[@frosty36]

That shot at 10:09 has got to be one of the most beautiful shots I have ever seen.

[@HarmenHoek]

Love hearing people's favorite shots! I've seen the footage sooo many times, that I somethings forget the wow I had the first time I saw it. Thanks

[@helenivanova5440]

Thank you so much for great pleasure to see this magical scenery! I'm deeply impressed. Thank you for detailed description of all equipment you used. Can be really helpful for other hikers! Btw, it made me smile to see in description that you had liked everything including weather:). I thought while watching- "raining every day. The guy wasn't too lucky with weather":). Big regards from Russia! :)

[@HarmenHoek]

Hi Helen. Thank you! Haha, of course rain isn't always fun, but it part of the experience, and as long as it doesn't rain all day every day, I like it. (;

[@Thebluedocful]

This one was especially beautiful Harmen. As always, total professional production. You inspire me to do more with my Mavic Air 2 and BA Copper Spur! Best wishes from Cheshire, England 👋

[@HarmenHoek]

Go for it! Cheers!

[@codruteftimie4950]

Omg. I just found your channel. You left me breathless with your films and soundtracks! Amazing job!

[@HarmenHoek]

Haha, that's great. Thanks

[@jean-luclemonnier2335]

Merciii pour cette merveilleuse ballade... : ))

[@fern.cycles]

Harmen you are amazing! Thank you so much for the hard work you do! Nice to see another people in the frame) with the participation of a man the whole view is transformed and changed. Culture and ethnicity are felt! THANK YOU

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you so much! I hoped to share some of the cultural aspects as well with this video.

[@DronePilot]

Hola amigo, tus vídeos son espectaculares, muy buenos. Felicitaciones y saludos desde Suiza 🇨🇭

[@HarmenHoek]

Muchas gracias! :D

[@Oldsowl]

Thank you for sharing this amazing and inspiring content Harmen. South Africa is amazing ♥️✨

[@avbvb2681]

De film en editing kwaliteit is al exeptioneel. Maar vooral het respect voor de natuur is 'voelbaar' in alles wat je maakt. RESPECT!

[@HarmenHoek]

Super, dankjewel!

[@matheuscastro7630]

This is pure awe! I had to press

[@HarmenHoek]

Much appreciated, thanks. (;

[@MrGerard2003]

Inspiring video. Great landscapes, amazing diary of unforgotten moments of your life. And from technical point of view - perfect editing job! I gonna watch it many times. Thank you.

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you enjoyed it! Editing alone took me almost 100 hours (including the extended version for next week). I'm definitely a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to editing, but glad people notice. Makes it all worth it.

[@johnbourke7467]

Fantastic film, very professional beautiful country a hidden gem

[@HarmenHoek]

It really is!

[@hanneliewiese3477]

What a fantastic film about our stunningly beautiful Drakensberg ! I LOVE the Drakensberg but unfortunately cannot hike due to health reasons. But you have taken me on the journey into the heart of the Berg ... spectacular .... wow ! The fauna and flora of the Drakensberg are simply mind blowing ... God-given. Thanx for sharing this with us.

[@HarmenHoek]

Sorry to hear that. Hope you can still enjoy it through this way. Thanks!

[@BackyardRacing1]

Truly outstanding, Thankyou for bringing this to us, in such a respectful, real, and tasteful way. Bravo, bravo 👏

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@augustinooh27]

Absolutely stunning shots…👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 thank you for the amazing videos

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you like them!

[@waughthogwaugh3078]

Simply spectacular work! I cannot find enough superlatives. Wow just WOW!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you!

[@fiveinitaly]

Great sharing 👍👍👍👍 interesting video. Ciao from Italy 🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@HarmenHoek]

Hi Italy!

[@billyboyd1199]

Harmen Hoek, you are a BEAST. great stuff. keep it coming!!

[@HarmenHoek]

THANK YOU! :D

[@user-vh1sh1xl5k]

Beautiful children of SA! Great camera work, thank you, Harmen!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you too! Beautiful for sure

[@metafuel]

This is the most humblest doccie I've ever seen. Your view on life is outstanding. Thank you for your work and your love of nature.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you so much!

[@propertyvideotours6058]

Exceptional video! Camera techniques, timelapses, everything top notch! Loved it!!!!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a lot!

[@mashek331]

This is utterly incredible. I actually find myself with tears in my eyes as I take in this beautiful country.

[@sankiegreyling6309]

The most beautiful country in the world!!! Use to hike here very often in my youth

[@pkmexplorers]

This music starting at 25 min is phenomenal Stunning Work Harmen