Silent Hiking in Australia for 4 days

[@cath7336]

As an Australian I've seen a lot of videos and stills of the Blue Mountains, but none so amazingly beautiful as through your eyes. You are a master film maker Harmen. As always, absolutely stunning footage. Thanks for visiting Australia 🇦🇺.

[@HarmenHoek]

Wow, thank you!

[@tracykooken2606]

looks like very northern AZ and south abit. the south a bit has Picacho [?] peak AZ. watching a storm w lighting move acroos the desert flooor below is special . i believe it is a ' dark area ' so if ur clever enuf to stay n sleep up there ....its magic.

[@feather1950]

I agree. Beautiful. Thank you 😊

[@wojciechkomada]

Hello Harmen! I just wanted to write that your videos inspire me to create my own content. I am a local mountain guide and photographer in Sudeten Mountains, Poland. The natural next step was film making. I started working in my immediate area because I live in beautiful mountains, in one of the national parks in Poland. You are doing a good job and your videos have a big impact on many people around the world. Great job, keep it up and thanks a lot!

[@HarmenHoek]

Hi! I'm humbled to hear you got inspired to go outside. Best of luck to you! I checked out one of your videos, looking good!

[@AndreiBerezin]

Visit Siberia and get blown away

[@ΔημήτρηςΒογιατζής-ι4ε]

​@@HarmenHoek he is a mountain guide so he was already outside. You inspired him to film. Probably same effect on me. Keep up the good work Harmen

[@chronic_daydreamer]

I used to live in the Blue Mountains. I had to move away a few years ago. I often miss it. The sunsets, the forests, the cold misty air, the raw nature of it all. I think I left my heart there.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks for sharing! It's a beautiful place for sure!

[@thelostchapstick3281]

Me too, I grew up there.. I understand the feeling. I hope one day I can find some way to live there again.

[@ceeemm1901]

Me too, lived mainly in Blackheath for 12 years and going back soon after 15 years in WA. Magic area.

[@emilyjenkins7698]

When I heard the cicadas and saw the heat haze on the sandstone track 2:39, I felt like I was home

[@Jan.harvey]

When hiking becomes art- and art becomes a masterpiece. Thank you Harmen for filling our hearts with so much beauty and appreciation for our Earth.

[@apb1441]

I grew up in the Blue Mountains, would always hike and ride my mountain bike whenever I had the chance, I've since moved away for work, your beautiful video has made me miss home.

[@ChristyHikes]

Harmen, I'm just blown away. You tell such a powerful story without saying a word. The drone footage is simply incredible. You're at the top of your craft, thank you for all you do.

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@coobye]

@@HarmenHoek It was even if flying a drone at Kanangra Walls is illegal.

[@deldridg]

@@coobye Give the man the benefit. My guess is that he had permission. In any case, he's probably done more to exhibit this region in all its beauty, and with a clear respect for the environment, than the National Parks has in recent history.

[@ChristopherTalke]

9:33 - I appreciate that you climbed down, setup the shot, climbed back up, and filmed it.

[@cyckuan1]

He has a photographer/videographer/drone pilot with him. Someone has to control the drone whilst its tracking him walking.

[@RedfernDE]

I’ve never ever heard birds make those sounds and you captured it so well Harmen! Thank you!

[@HarmenHoek]

Many thanks!

[@allisalie101]

The first bird sound, the screeching one, was a Cockatoo, probably the Sulphur Crested. The second one was a Currawong, or Mountain Magpie. I love their song as it reminds me of my childhood. Cockie's are bloody annoying, but we love em.

[@allisalie101]

Not exactly sure what the last one was, sounds a bit like the laser sound from a child's robot toy, but I have heard the Lyrebird imitate it before.

[@HobzyMcRuse]

@@allisalie101 definitely a lyrebird.

[@davidroland4863]

@@allisalie101 male bower bird making the robot like sound

[@carolineray2155]

What an amazing privilege to be able to explore these beautiful places left on earth, both physically and financially. Thanks for taking us along!

[@john_young]

some people can hike but cannot make a film. some people can make a film but cannot hike. but to be able to hike AND film it with this much passion is just special. You totally got it.

[@jimmybjb4472]

Yapping bruh

[@lizmondel2003]

Harmen, having just watched this stunning video of the landscape I call home, I'm keenly aware of how beautifully you capture and present the essence of a place. You are 'tuned in' and talented and it's wonderful to see a place I love through your eyes.

[@Xtracrispiii]

I saw a comment on a completely seperate video, stating that the landscapes in Australia always look so vast and big, stretching out beyond the horizon. As an Australian I often think, although we haven't got the highest peaks, there is something so grand and beautiful about it all. Being able to go through pockets of forgotten rainforests amidst a sparse eucalyptus forest, all surrounded in a haze of blue, is truely wonderful. Plus our birds are awesome.

[@selimhancetinbulut]

My dear brother Harmen, as a strict follower of yours, I think you are a very, very good man, even though I never hear your voice. as nature lover and a walker, I watch all your videos with pleasure, I am grateful to you for these beautiful shares. You take me to the ends of the world while watching you. In my country, in the city of Rize in Turkey, there are countless routes in the Kaçkar Mountains that you should see. Since the Kaçkar Mountains are a remnant of the ice age, there are great routes without people at approximately 3000-4000 meters. I strongly recommend that you plan a very nice route of 100-150 miles in length where you will take quality shots. I wanted to do you a favor by recommending this route because I thought you are a very good man.

[@selimhancetinbulut]

Thanks o lot

[@carlosguzman8096]

Thank you again Harmen for sharing your love for the beauty, the peace, the magic, the power and the mystery of Nature.

[@bensun432]

I love watching your films in the evening to calm down and I always feel an immense sense of gratitude for our earth afterwards. Thank you

[@jakobDium]

I am no longer tired, and I have fallen in love with nature again.

[@Kup1208]

Thank you for doing what you do. You are a huge inspiration and bring so much joy and peace into my life.

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad to hear so! Thanks for the support, I appreciate it!

[@VincentTurner]

As someone who has been in the Blue Mountains for 4 years these videos really capture the essence of it .. the silence, the contrasts, the expanse but also the confines .. the changing light, sounds and weather. It amazes me still that all of this is less than 90 mins drive from a city of 5+ million people

[@TyTyTy87]

and it's our little secret 🤫😁

[@mtatom92345]

It doesn’t get any better than this. I appreciate the hard work you put into your videos. Outstanding work, Harmen.

[@nikcname]

Another phenomenal peaceful hiking masterpiece, this is the best regular hiking channel in youtube, no trash talk, no gear adv, just the mother nature, natural sound and specular view. You're living in a dream that we all admire. hopefully there is one day I can become another one. Sub & lived. thank you Harmen. Keep producing pls.

[@myroslavatykha748]

So vibrant! Excellent cinematography as always!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a ton!

[@toddwood5190]

Incredible! Another item on my bucket list. Thank you Harmen.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks! Hope you get a chance to visit some day; it's beautiful there, and pretty close to Sydney actually!

[@StrangerDanger491]

@@HarmenHoek As a local I'm very glad that you enjoyed your time here, the Blue Mountains are truly stunning. For anyone else thinking of following your footsteps though, especially those used to colder climates, I don't recommend doing so in January like you did, since that is the hottest month in the height of bushfire season, and it's easy to underestimate how quickly heat and dehydration can turn a lovely hike into a nightmare.

[@CliveJoy-o3t]

Beautiful. It is so relaxing to watch. I also love the soft music in the background.

[@HarmenHoek]

I'm glad you like it!

[@avbvb2681]

The pictures at the end are world class!!!!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks, glad you noticed!

[@ssusggus]

This blows me away as a fan to see you release a video of a place only an hour from me! So so cool and so well done!! It’s such a big scape, I hope you got/ get to see more of our beautiful country in your life time.

[@shanelongson5]

Loved the scripture at the end Romans 1:20 ”for is invisible qualities are clearly seen”👍

[@sheilaarnold3238]

Breathe Taking..... The overview of the drone is simply stunning. Thanks you for sharing Harmen.

[@juanitobarros]

Friend, you are a loner full of passion for travel with great ideas, I congratulate you on the videos, they are spectacular, a hug from Madeira, Portugal

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you very much!

[@catherineallison3475]

Well finally a hiker that is silent, lovely music, beautiful photography, superb snapshots and peaceful bush sounds, thankyou, thankyou. Peace at last. ❤

[@m.a.8335]

Film des Jahres 2024. 🥇 In jeder Hinsicht. 🏆🇦🇺

[@HarmenHoek]

Danke! (:

[@Originjk]

Dear Harmen, It was absolutely a beautiful film. I wasn't watching it with eyes but with my heart. Nature, film, highs of aliveness, stary sky, soil, sounds and everything else in the video made me felt home. Truly loved the film ❤️ Thank you for sharing your work with us✨

[@nickzivanovich9881]

It's a really fun area of Australia. I spent 4 days out of Blackheath, hiked about the Blue Mountains NP, and did some canyoning and abseiling in Wollemi NP. What a memorable time. Thanks for bringing me back to those once-in-a-lifetime memories.

[@graemegeohall]

Absolutely stunning work mate! You have captured the essence of the Blue Mountains so very well indeed.

[@deldridg]

Living within 2 hrs of this part of the world and having been there many times, this was like seeing it for the first time. Bravo Harmen - thank you for opening our eyes and now we just have to get out there and hike and camp like there's no tomorrow! Cheers and thank you from Sydney - Dave

[@ShaunRGardner]

I’m just noticing how clear and impactful your audio is. Thankyou for the great content

[@Sheety33]

Awesome job, Harmen! Amazing camp spot within the canyon!! ⛺️ Enjoyed this one a lot!!

[@jorikaoosthuizen1112]

Baie mooi, Harmen! Peet and I watched it while sitting at the braai.

[@HarmenHoek]

Ha Jorika, bedankt! Hoop dat alles goed gaat met jullie daar!

[@gumotx]

I must say again that your quiet cross fading of nature audio is a very nice subtle touch. Thanks!

[@HarmenHoek]

Many thanks!

[@ingolfstatlegulbrandsen1846]

You have probably been reading so many accolades on your behalf, but I will still say that you are more than gifted. You are an inspiration for all amateurs and professionals. I really hope you will never succumb to all the job offers from professional film making corporations, please remain independent and continue to make your beatuifully content.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! I'm doing what I love and enjoy the freedom of it all, so much more to come!

[@Will-bn5vv]

Your videos are so beautiful and peaceful and hypnotizing to watch. Much love from America

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you like them!

[@sharondavis8003]

Another Masterpiece Harmen!❤❤ One of my favorites so far with its wide variety of landscapes 😊You are by far my choice of Number One campsite selector 🎉 NO ONE DOES IT BETTER! From high in the sky to your own private oasis to all the caves in snowy lands you are the BEST! Thanks 🙋🏼‍♀️👍🏻🇺🇸🌴⛰️❄️

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you!

[@jmpb4514]

You truly are a world-class film maker, Harmen! Keep up the wonderful work

[@SukruAkyuz]

Your channel may be the best one for nature videos. It is a pleasure to watch these amazing scenes. Thank you, Harmen. Greetings from Turkey.

[@greyhound3561]

As an Aussie who knows the Blue Mountains a little you certainly captured a glimpse of the stunning beauty they have to offer - and you certainly know how to pick a good spot to camp for the night !

[@PlantSeedsOfLove]

I mean, National Geographic quality, cinematic, documentary vibe...love love love your content 🤩

[@HarmenHoek]

Much appreciated (:

[@aaaa2053]

What a beautifull adventur that you lived. The past January I traveled to El Bolson in Argentina for my first adventure alone, the sounds of nature and watch you hiking make me surft in my memories. Thank four your videos, greetings from Argentina 📍

[@luciecernikova7441]

Wow, my favourite place … been there 20 years ago and I fell in love with this little piece of Australia … I am looking forward to go back with you ❤

[@HarmenHoek]

Awesome, hope you enjoy!

[@thehandleiwantedwasntavailable]

Absolutely. Beautiful. I live in Sydney and have walked many, many times in the blue mountains over the past 30 years. You captured the spirit and emotion I have when visiting there, perfectly.

[@gaildelane9322]

Beautiful as always, thank you for including us in your adventures!

[@jessicagardner3378]

We’ve been following your silent hikes for a few years now. I’m so emotional about your Australian film! I loved it very much. Thank you for all your wonderful work. I hope Australia treated you well! Jessica and Jarrod (from Adelaide, South Australia living in Bangkok).

[@sandrader2889]

Breathtaking, mesmerizing are only 2 words to describe the beauty of this beautiful part of our world. Dankjewel Harmen

[@nenaserafim1774]

Stunning video and scenery. One of my favourite spots to hike so it's lovely seeing some of the lesser trafficked parts. Thanks for sharing!

[@ericlechat719]

So peaceful and tranquil... ...right up until the drone starts buzzing around. Keep it at home, thanks.

[@georgemartin1498]

Beautiful Harmen! Thank you 😊😊. Especially loved the cowboy camping on Mt. Solitary;spectacular 😮

[@IvanRJoyce]

Wow! What a treat. Thank you, Harmen. Just a few hours from Sydney and we're in this pristine wilderness. I've never seen it looking so beautiful as through your lens.

[@rubenwojcikiewicz2281]

for every time you had to come back for the camera... man that's art🔥 beautiful film.

[@HarmenHoek]

haha, thanks!

[@LilyGrace-]

this is so incredibly beautiful

[@ThomasNolan-i4r]

Thanks!

[@Guillermo_45]

Beautiful video brother, it gives me a lot of inspiration to create

[@DanOpdal]

Thank you for sharing your adventure! Thank you for taking me along. What a beautiful video. Cheers!

[@tiwo-j9n]

You clearly have no problem with heights and have a liking for cliff side camping! Takes my breath away every time 😅🙌thanks for another beautiful video 🙏🏻😊

[@melandrewyeung1558]

Thanks

[@juancarlosmatavos4965]

Tus vídeos son de lo mejor que se puede ver en KZbin. Excelente calidad, excelentes vistas de paisajes, excelente música y aparte es muy relajante.

[@HarmenHoek]

Muchas gracias!

[@grooviechickie]

Thank you for showing where I live in such a glorious, calm, and gentle way. ❤

[@trudiswanson9855]

I finally saw your Blue Mountains trip! That gorge is stunning and beautiful! And Harmen, you captured so many of our Australian bird calls! The loud unapologising Cockatoo, several parrots and the loud but illusive Lyre Bird, mimicking other sounds. Gosh, you camped atop a pillar! I hope you return to Aus for more trails, beaches and mountains. Cheers from Qld Australia. T.

[@paulvanduivenbode7592]

Adembenemend! Ooit heb ik er doorheen gefietst. Prachtig stukje aarde! 👍

[@rarazxp1005]

Dear Harmen, I love your videos. Thanks alot shooting them. They bring peace. Dont rush the pace. Please take your time to enjoy nature in your shots. And please stay safe.

[@galtar06]

Hello, Ik ben uit Turkije! I am unable to realize such a meaningful journey but you certainly bring joy, serenity and (also) a bit hope into my life. Your soul is to walk in this realm. Thank you and God bless you...🙏

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you!

[@bernadettebecher5668]

Beautifully done. Thank you.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you too!

[@oliverbaudo7409]

I've been watching your videos for ages now, you have been such a great source of inspiration. But to see you in my hometown doing the hikes my friends I grew doing is next level! You're a legend, much love from the blueys!

[@evilofthenight1]

Love it!! Thanks for coming to Australia.

[@YourTravelMoment]

This one is a masterpiece! Spectacular! Outstanding! Beautiful! Perfect! Thank you Harmen! Bravo!

[@xchazz86]

I don't know if you're aware of this, but theres a camera man stalking you this whole time filming you from different angles.

[@Errcyco]

When he was flying above him was the scariest for me.. I knew Australia had crazy bugs but the rainforest way scarier than the outback

[@feather1950]

You are joking aren’t you 🤔

[@Morbid_micko]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@brumby1653]

😂😂😂

[@briandelacruz3631]

Camera man? There's a camera man filming? That's the way how that all works? Holy 😳

[@AusExplores]

So much to explore in the Blue Mountains, I have just started exploring the Blue Mountains recently. Such rich natural landscape, its amazing. Thanks for sharing.

[@isabellesuviraott1690]

I love all of your videos! For me they are like a beautiful meditation, a beautiful dream before I sleep, a voyage in your company! A immense gratitude for all the work you are doing!

[@vnaravo3616]

Unbelievable! All the best for the video, the story, the recordings... You also inspire other creators! Thank you!

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you too!

[@paularuotsalainen979]

WOW! Harmen, thank you very much for (also) this visual gem, a true piece of cinematographic art. So much variety along your route, lush green fern-tree jungles, and nearly barren outcrops. That gorge was magnificent! As well as your airy campsites 😁

[@petermcmanus5727]

wow, just wow, an incredible beautiful video, thank you

[@Visual_Framing_JM]

Hello Harmen, First and foremost, what a beautiful video you have made again. The beautiful views with the accompanying sounds of nature are simply great. You have inspired me to also go out and make short films about silent hiking and posting them on youtube. Currently I'm doing some local places, but I dream of expanding this in the future and going to places you've been. Keep up the wonderful work!

[@bob06110510]

Thank you for this amazing video,share your passion & insistence. Love from Taiwan

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks a lot!

[@tonics7121]

Thanks! You videos are beyond words. Bless you.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks for the support! (:

[@vipassana72]

inspiring achievement. great natural vistas. thanks for sharing your imaginings with us.

[@HarmenHoek]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@teraengsf]

Hello Harmen, watching from Sevilla, Spain as I relax before bed time. I find your videos so calming. Appreciate all of your hard work and thoughtfulness in sharing your experience.

[@WhiteFyre]

I couldn’t stop watching this till the end. It was riveting! Thank you for sharing this with us. You scored some stunning photos as well! Cheers. 🌸

[@Kurtis8801]

This is beautiful man, some of the views made me weep. I'm from Sydney, and the fact that we have such a beautiful landscape in our backyard makes me so grateful. I absolutely loved every second of this. Thank you so much

[@Kurtis8801]

And thank you for how much effort you put in to produce this. Words are not needed, let the nature do the talking

[@ericwang_art]

So much to geek out about in this one. The campsites: so well chosen. Camp 1 on Mt. Solitary .... nice! Then the downward shot of you coming down the butte - wow. The gorge camp - jealous that you got such a great spot. Beautiful work, as always.

[@MimiPet]

Amazing, beautiful landscapes as always in your films! Thanks for sharing with us! 😊

[@kieransmith1796]

Another stunning video. I wish you got down to Tasmania some time. Some amazing walks there.

[@HarmenHoek]

Thanks! Oh yes, Tasmania is on the list for sure!

[@yfelwulf]

Fantastic captured the very essence of being deep in the bush. I could feel my feet wanting to join you.

[@feelinggoodrix]

Well done, mate! Excellent is the word. I followed you with that inherent longing we all carry. What you show and how you show it beats the norm! Thank you!

[@prafullpandit531]

Beautifully captured 👌🏽 Blue Mountains Range is indeed a treasure 🙌🏽

[@Anonymous0.019]

Always top notch production, one of the best hiking channel on youtube. Please keep up the good work, you deserve much more subscribers.

[@RobVanElven]

Amazing variety of gorgeous shots. Thanks for all that extra effort to setup the shots and share this adventure with us.

[@bushcraft.azerbaijan]

looks like a land of Giants -best panorama thank you for video

[@ChehRus]

Like on another planet! Awesome, Harmen. Thank you.

[@HarmenHoek]

It definitely felt like that. Thanks!

[@enzopedrozo]

No me pierdo ninguno de tus videos. Firme como hace 2 años, gracias por la calidad de videos que nos das. Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷.

[@HarmenHoek]

Muchas gracias por sus palabras lindas!

[@gibbosroadtripadventures]

Oh my goodness, absolutely stunning. Thank you for sharing. Cheers Marg

[@jeanpeuxplus7257]

Wow, we're lucky: 2 videos in one week! That gorge is stunning 😍 Thank you for another 23 minutes of pure beauty! May we expect a video next week? 🤣

[@HarmenHoek]

Thank you! That gorge was my favorite part, so beautiful and so much fun exploring. Next one isn't next week, haha, but in a few weeks from now. (;

[@emjoo14]

Thank you for doing my home country justice! A beautiful video to watch

[@corvurus]

Thank you brother, for showing all these familiar places from such a beautiful & inspiring angle. I always knew that Blue Mountains are special, but you managed to take it to the whole new level. Thank you for that and keep rocking, mate!

[@HarmenHoek]

My pleasure