They said not to go alone. I went anyway - Hiking the South Coast Trail in Tasmania

The South Coast Track in Tasmania is said to be one of the most challenging hikes in Tasmania. One of the reasons was that it was so remote that I had to fly to a place in the middle of nowhere called Melaleuca. This hike is advised not to be done alone for many good reasons. There were many knee-high river crossings and one boat crossing. The mountain weather was so treacherous that my confidence almost split in half. I almost regretted not listening to their advice and going solo.
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[@mtb_alan]

"An adventure without fear isn't an adventure." Love it!

[@VanGirlYuka]

Isn’t that so 😁?

[@mtb_alan]

@@VanGirlYuka 💯💯💯

[@BBouffard3D]

Yuka, you are such an inspiration! Such a brave Soul. I am not sure I could tackle such a journey with friends let alone by your self. Amazing.

[@carllotz3133]

Kinda funny....I always like your MTB adventures with Eric. But there is something special about your other "solo" adventures. I really enjoy them!!!

[@boguesession]

Ok.. I've resisted the urge to comment on any of your videos but this is too much. I'm now living in Ontario but we share so many of the same adventures it's crazy. First of all, my wife and I lived in Nelson BC for 10+ years. I'm an avid mountain biker. I don't live in a van but have a nice 91 Westfalia Syncro for family adventures. But this takes the cake. I also ignored advice about 11 years ago and solo hiked the south coast track in Tasmania. I'm writing this comment before I watch the video and I'm so so excited to watch your experience. Sending good vibes from Ontario. My daughter and I love your videos!

[@boguesession]

OK, just watched it. That brought back such a flood of memories. I also experienced treacherous weather crossing the ironbound range. I did not stay at the top, and made my way down through the buttress roots on the other side. 17 straight hours of hiking. When I got to my camp site that night every thing I owned was soaking wet, including my sleeping bag. I had blue lips, was slurring my speech. Luckily that evening another couple rolled into the campsite and truly saved my life. Wrapped me in an emergency blanket, made me tea got me warmed up. Thanks so much for sharing this video, I hope some day to return and do this hike again (definitely not alone next time).

[@VanGirlYuka]

I’m glad you survived the hike!

[@scottar3181]

Love how you push yourself past the comfort of the known. Another great story Yuka

[@adlar2005]

I love these videos Yuka - We all want more of these!

[@streddaz]

It’s great that you are still enjoying Tasmania. I’m a Tasmanian, and that’s one track that I haven’t done. Great job 👍🏼

[@VanGirlYuka]

Is your turn now! Maybe next year 🤔?

[@streddaz]

@@VanGirlYuka I’ll need to turn my riding legs into hiking legs😬

[@betula2137]

Off ya go

[@jacooper1234]

Absolutely love your spirit and determination. When most would say 'hell no' you just smile and say 'let's go!'. That is amazing. Favorite qoute: "More fatal". 😅

[@jtarazoff]

Wow! You have such a wonderful and natural way of talking to the camera that makes me feel like I'm out on this adventure with you. Fantastic!!

[@fillfreakin2245]

That's a beautiful looking hike. I agree, solitude is nice sometimes. Now that I have kids, I miss having that option!

[@gregchinery1084]

Hi Yuka - Thanks for this video. I hiked the SCT several years ago and your story brought back some lovely memories. Your narration, photography and editing is fantastic. Well done.

[@NoNames-vw3bq]

Congratulations for completing the journey! Thanks for kind of taking us along with you, that looked really beautiful. Good job finishing the trail earlier than you anticipated too!

[@WogsRus1]

I cant believe you guys' are still here and some how i have not bumpped into you. Have a hell of a great time and many more adventures to come i hope.

[@fivetool]

Another great adventure, Yuka. I have loved every one of them.

[@HUKIT.]

You are an absolute beast! Your sense of humor is absolutely hysterical. I’m sure B was worried the whole time you were out there.

[@Team81MTB]

You have so much determination. I would have gotten pissed at the first river crossing and would be looking for a way back. 😂

[@Si-Fi.51]

"A flight to nowhere". . . "No, nowhere's a place. We've been there. It sucks..." 🤣

[@ReneRumebe]

hey Yuka, you have gained my respect! thank you for all the videos, never stop please!

[@jcsrst]

What an adventure! Very brave of you! Loved it!!

[@michaelfleming4015]

Yuka, you are awesome!

[@TheFoezee]

I LOVE how you take us in your adventures!

[@serialcereal21]

This is so wild to see you in Tassie. Both my friend and I have followed you on your adventures so it's very close to home to see you touring our home state. Looks like you are making the most of it. Enjoy!

[@peterw.7438]

My wife and me are always excited when a new video from Yuka is available 🤩

[@louisaklimentos7583]

You are very brave . I would worry if I got lost . Well done !

[@richr7604]

Wow another great adventure you had!! The scenery there is definitely beautiful, I wish I had the opportunity to travel like you and Eric. So you have two personalities, van girl Yuka and adventure girl Yuka!😄 Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@B1KER]

Great video as usual! Your storytelling is super fun to watch.

[@VanGirlYuka]

Thank you 😋

[@trevoredensor7114]

Well done Yuka ...I'm thinking that you are turning into a true Adventurer now.....cant wait to see where you go yo next !!

[@savethebeeeez]

INCREDIBLE YUKA!!!

[@adderhoney]

I love your gallows humour, Yuka. You are a cross between the Roadrunner and Chuck Norris! Super hardcore. 😂

[@cristandork]

Thank you for another adventure Yuka!!!

[@gord_collins]

Wow, that's very cool Yuka. You have so much energy and confidence. Great video!

[@dreemwalka]

super very good video... thankyou so much please will wait for more

[@Casual_BackPacking]

Thru hiking I love it !

[@christopherplant6186]

This looks like a incredible experience!

[@ericsn6158]

Wonderful sceneries! I admire your spirit of adventure and as one who embraces solitude Yuka!! ☺

[@patrickbarrett5790]

That was an amazing journey. Especially solo. Well done!

[@jasonharris3873]

You should bring some water shoes for the river crossings. Wet shoes suck to hike in.

[@AviationPhotog]

Awesome work Yuka, another amazing trek

[@michaelfleming4015]

I’m so glad you didn’t find spiders or snakes to do you mischief. Eight days of wilderness hiking solo is EPIC! Thanks for showing it to us. 😅👍🏼

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

Great adventure.

[@AdventureFilmstar]

An astonishing spirit

[@janmaly1591]

Woohoo, keep adventuring Yuka!

[@Buzzzy-B]

Very fun indeed! Thanks for taking us on your adventure Yuka! :)

[@petersauer94]

Such a tuff strong woman, well done Yuka, it takes so much courage to do what you do 😊

[@djiembefolaDan]

Good to see you out there pushing the limits! Very inspiring!

[@MrItsalie]

Amazing journey! What a beautiful place and wonderful bubbly personality!

[@1975normal]

Thanks for taking me along on your adventure to Tasmania. I have never been.👍🙏

[@outaouaispov5828]

Wow! Amazing Yuka! Not sure I can do that. Thanks for giving us a peak into Tasmania.

[@jarjarikobinks0409]

Yuka, you are so brave! A couple of those river crossings seemed so scary. I would only do those in my dreams but so fun to “do”them vicariously thru you! May you continue to come out safe and unscathed from your adventures 🙏🏼🙌🏼

[@Asteropaj]

Love your videos and this one is amazing!

[@matthewmcdowell8472]

Thanks Yuka for taking us with you on another Amazing Adventure.

[@DingleBerryMTB]

Wow! This looks amazing

[@alexanderc.4654]

Yuka-san, you amaze and inspire me. Thank you.

[@ronanderson5736]

Great job on your amazing adventurous trip Yuka! Wow!

[@Candesce]

That was wonderful. I'm spending 4 weeks in Tasmania this Christmas and, while I won't be doing any hiking, I'm looking forward to my own adventures too. I love what you said "an adventure without fear is no adventure", and I heartily agree :)

[@ToddNZMTB]

Woolies and Maccas ha ha you guys are getting naturalised 🤠

[@VanGirlYuka]

We’re learning 😁

[@ericsharp5079]

Wow such an incredible adventure! You are such a bad ass, so inspiring!

[@Froff]

Awesome Yuka! You guys are definitely making the most out of your Australia trip. Love it!

[@VanGirlYuka]

We still missed a lot of good stuff in Australia! We must come back! And you must come to Canada😁

[@pablojpiccoli]

I pedaling 40 km every week climbing the mountains here where I live. I love so much MTB and others sports. Hub's from Brazil

[@rlh347]

Great adventure! Yuka you are sooo brave 😅

[@simonmajura]

I love these videos!

[@kw115111]

すごい冒険。度胸ありますね。 いつも楽しく観ています。ありがとう。

[@lkb3rd]

Another challenge down! Nice job Yuka!

[@essa6315]

Love the safety awareness of putting the lifejacket on before flipping the boat...you never know.

[@Mr229357]

Awesome hike, well done 😊👍🏻👍🏻

[@thecandyman1793]

Come to mount stromlo in Canberra! They are some great trails.

[@bscjake]

Yuka, while crossing rivers, unbuckle your backpack straps in case you fall you won't get stuck and weighed down. Glad you are having some fun adventures!

[@VanGirlYuka]

I’ve never thought about it! Good tip 👍

[@pommedeterre43]

"in the worst case it might take weeks to find my dead body...very treacherous trail" said yuka ... her: alright imma go on that treacherous trail, be back in 9 days! with that said, it's amazing how much you improve every year, constantly pushing yourself and trying new things.

[@VanGirlYuka]

I want to try more of this 😁👍

[@paalbog]

So cool Yuka. Well done😊

[@N0SAjREkLaw]

Really loving your Adventure's Yuka you're unstoppable, you smashed it😆maybe you and Eric should move here we've got an abundance of hiking/Mtb trails😊

[@nath5440]

I love your Aussie vids! (we just need more of them) and I love Tassie, the south coast track is one on my to do list along with the Frenchman's cap.

[@alextunbridge2077]

Absolutely brilliant story telling. Now I want hike it ;)

[@BlackPawnMartyr]

Feels like you could have also done a video on what gear you took and why.

[@2WheelsGood.01]

Beautiful hike! So jealous watching from my comfy bed lol. Nothing like being out there.

[@im_always_adventuring]

This looks like an amazing adventure!

[@nondrop]

Inspiring! Well done Yuka 🙂

[@limegreendemon5847]

Great video thanks for sharing it with us!

[@k9kayaks]

At the 18min mark I got nervous about crocs being around. Awesome adventure Yuka ❤️

[@Deceter]

This is great entertainment! Well done!

[@sapinva]

Pretty hike. You could take off your boots for water crossings. Always take 3 pair of wool socks. One to wear, one spare, plus one old pair to sacrifice to keep your boots dry.

[@davidgpeterson]

Yuka, you’re wonderful.

[@tech9803]

This hike looks amazing. The kind of place you might spot a Tasmanian Tiger :-)

[@VanGirlYuka]

That’s what one of my friends said too 🤣

[@duncanh6045]

Your the best !! So carefree ! Maccas

[@internationalleo7395]

Finally a new video!❤🤟🔥🤟🔥🤟

[@tasmanianhutadventures]

Top job going by yourself well done 👍

[@blairparkinson8118]

Love the videos by the way

[@cjfetters]

your pack looked pretty heavy. I really enjoy your videos!

[@firebattastic3661]

Terrific fun watching your videos.

[@mr.adventure3327]

its good to be alive, congradulation

[@suvespa]

Me feeling uneasy bout the 'can't find my body for weeks' joke...wait was it even a joke 🤔....Yuka at her best !!!

[@nirj5991]

Love these videos. Very entertaining

[@dougaldmactaggart990]

I loved this

[@silverp86]

what an adventure so cool!

[@marysullivan1588]

Yuka you are amazing ❤

[@FreezeFrame175]

bro this is insane. congrats

[@CaptainBugey]

Thanks for sharing the privilege of solitude with us.

[@humpy125]

Great video. 😍

[@DecadesofDecayON]

Good god Yuka!! I've been waiting a month for this 🤣😂

[@theyard6958]

0:43 and I already "LOVE YUKA".

[@higherlearning1013]

Living life correctly ❤