Visiting the "Into the Wild" Bus in Alaska (From the Movie)

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Note: For anyone who is disappointed I didn't visit the real Magic Bus that Chris lived in, see this video of Chris' sister, Carinne McCandless, who hiked out to the original bus with a group of people: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oH6xZmWff7tmp7s Pretty cool video. I would love to hike out to the bus another time when I'm more prepared for it. This time I was in Alaska to work for the summer season and didn't have enough free time, the proper gear, etc.

[@Drewallin]

this is a great video to show the bus that was used in the movie and the surrounding area.. looks like a great place to explore..

Gabriel, you must hear me...I loved this video!....I learned a lot from it and was not disappointed. You're seem like a good person and that matters more than hiking to Chris's bus!!!

[@barchetta575m]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos No worries! Completely understand you were not able to cross the river. When you filmed this video you mentioned a woman died trying to cross that river. Sadly, another woman just died trying to cross that river.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

@@barchetta575m Yeah I read the news, really tragic.

[@roberharpane3524]

@@barchetta575m,, with people dying like that,, seems like the state might erect a 2-way zip line or impromptu rope bridge at that point.

[@liortepper3619]

Such a sad story. The movie, into the wild, is great and has the best soundtrack i have heard

[@MatanuskaHIGH]

sad part was how stupid he was to even think he could survive out there. seasoned alaskans know better. and we have the skills to actually do it..but we still wouldnt.

[@sashu6231]

Lior Tepper Why is it sad? I haven't seen the film. Is it a true story?

[@liortepper3619]

its a true story and its sad because he was a naive good guy that died because of a stupid mistake

[@sashu6231]

Lior Tepper Yup I read up on him. Sad yes but also inspiring for people who're sick of modern life. And to think he kept a journal of it all.

[@liortepper3619]

A good story is not good enough reason to die

[@arcturusbbqsausagemaking2435]

Hey He lived the way he wanted too and gave it his all Free into the Wild, No one can ever take that away from him ,He left the civilized world met a lot of cool people on the way ,He took every breath god gave him for what its worth ,And Eddie Vedder killed it on the sound track... Great story Great movie .... God bless

[@LoneVocalist]

Yeah I'm sure he wanted his corpse to rot in a bus.

[@arcturusbbqsausagemaking2435]

@@LoneVocalist Are you on Pot Dude if not you should be !!

[@chrismoore8839]

What a life , it's so cool how he effected the people who he met and worked with across his journey . One of a kind ! I wish we all had the courage to step out and follow our dreams .

[@bandit53059]

This was great, I got to relive some old times. I myself was working in the Denali National Park in the summer of 2006 at the Kantishna Roadhouse. After a couple weeks myself, and a co-worker were going to go to Healy for our two days off, we got to fly with Kantishna Air for free to the park's entrance, this was a perk for working at the Roadhouse. We were flying by Mt Denali when the pilot asked if we wanted to see McCandless's bus? I, nor my friend, knew what he was talking about...the pilot then filled me in on the Into The Wild Story...I was enthralled at this amazing story...the pilot told me about the book Jon Krakauer had written. When we returned to work a couple days later I ventured into the main building to say hi to some other workers there and noticed the white dry eraser board that was used to announce events and guest speakers at the Lodge, had the name Jon Krakauer on it...he was to be a guest the next night. I of course had to hear the story from him, since I had yet read the book. Jon was very good, as an author, and a speaker...and I got a copy of his book, and read it that night. Now, the weird part to this story...About two weeks from then I was finishing up plating up that nights dinner (I am a chef) and was running around crazy like when all of a sudden a co-worker called my name and said someone there wanted to thank me personally for dinner, without looking up, I asked for one minute. I came around from the kitchen and lo and behold was Sean Penn and (who I later learned was) Emile Hirsh. I was in awe...being the same age as Sean, and a huge fan all the way back to Bad Boys...I went in for, and received the "hug"...I asked him what he was doing there, and he told me they drove in for the day on the infamous 92 mile Denali Highway (The only way in and out of the park)...he said he was doing a movie, directing he said...I asked for the name and he blew me away by saying "Into The Wild". Again, I have been there only a few weeks, and had never heard of this McCandless, or the bus, nothing...now within the month, I've been educated on all fronts!!! It was and has been very fascinating for me...I could not wait for the movie...after seeing it I know felt educated and filled with completion on this adventure...I was very honored in reading the book, and very honored by watching the great movie. A couple years later I returned to work at the park entrance to Head Chef the Denali River Cabins...One weekend me an a girl that worked there ventured into Healy for a couple beers, this is when we discovered The 49th State Brewery, we pulled in and I immediately saw bus #142 sitting there in all her glory, I spent a couple hours just hovering around, in and on the bus...recreating photo opportunities that were seen in the movie, my favorite was the one from the ending when the camera is outside the back of the bus window looking in and down on Chris has he lays on the bed in his sleeping bag and starts panning out and up...I laid on the bed and had my friend take a picture through that back window from outside the bus. Thank you Gabriel for reminding me of those great memories. I myself would love to make that journey to the actual bus...and although I have seen it from the air less than a hundred feet above it...I would love to see the real one...I think, no, I believe that would be the final leg in this amazing Into The Wild story I've had the pleasure of recreating, and living with. Again, thanks

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Wow, now that is a wild story, thanks for sharing it. What a series of coincidences and amazing encounters with people.

[@bandit53059]

Thank you as well my friend!

[@newbee509]

Amazing. Thanks.

[@jackmountain1960]

If you like the movie you should read the book! One of the best books I’ve ever read! Truly inspiring!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Yeah I read the book too, definitely a good one.

[@billn9910]

Jon Krakauer knows how to ride a dynamic book. Check out his book on climbing Mt Everest too.

[@sikkimhiphop]

"into the wild" this movie changed my perception of life !

[@yaa_ecommerce]

A really sad story but the movie is my favorite. Best of the best. I’m crying endless when watching this story again and again.

[@adityajoies]

It doesn't matter how long you live but only matters how you lived. Surely this guy lived a life that worth it.

[@kenyup5424]

Aditya Jois I don't think some people literally want to die

[@Tsumami__]

Aditya Jois I doubt he was thinking that after starvation started to set in

[@suzycreamcheesez4371]

you probably missed the part where he died.

[@JoshManMate]

That's subjective. I'd happily starve to death knowing I achieved something i'm passionate about rather than live a long life achieving the standards of society and dying with regret.

[@suzycreamcheesez4371]

Then you've never been hungry. Really really hungry. Talk is cheap.

[@thetravellingjanitor728]

The music set the mood perfectly

[@gregguerra870]

The Travelling Janitor Eddie Vedders artistry on the soundtrack makes the movie what it is and in my belief is better than the movie itself!

[@tommywood343]

It is a great movie. It's a sad story. Chris lived a life he wanted 😔

[@TruthIsTheNewHate84]

I can relate to chris. I myself have taken off and spent up to 2 months at a time in the Sierra Nevada mountains alone with almost no gear. There is something healing about relying on only yourself. The difference I think is I know my limits. It's easy to think you are prepared for a situation like the one Chris found himself in but reality can quickly make you realize just how much you don't know. I guess that is part of what makes living off the land so beautiful and healing. Nature and the elements are one of our greatest teachers. RIP Chris.

[@SmileyGames171]

Don’t know how I got onto this video but from this video I then just now watched the movie and it was so good, amazing.

[@stringsofsalvation3584]

Best lines I always remembers from movie -- " when you forgive you love and when you love Gods light shines on you " .

[@WONGLER]

Beautiful Video Gabriel, thanks so much from Germany ! Chris is a true hero who hopefully will never be forgotten

[@tankc6474]

Respect from Ireland 🇮🇪 👏

[@bobbydayal3337]

Chris McCandless is my inspiration and that last quote "I've had a happy life and thank the lord"...man, what a line. When I read the book for the first time, I really became very emotional and it was very hard hitting story. Thank you very much Gabe for filming this.

[@ryseblue9403]

Book? Where can I find it please?

[@eriknichols4148]

Ryse Blue it's called into the wild. You can find it easily on amazon

[@koshermoses393rogue8]

Bobby Dayal the only inspiration I get from him is not what to do as in be an arrogant dumb ass who listened to no one

[@JoshManMate]

care to elaborate or just post negativity on everybody's comment like a jackass?

[@laurad4822]

@@ryseblue9403 The library

[@kwazyavantika3928]

I have seen uncountable movies but this is the only movy which will always remain in my mind..I can't get chris out of my mind..m obsessed by his life..salute to the bravo creature..RIP

[@Kate11.11]

Thank you for this, amazing work. I have watched the movie, vids, and read the books. I wish they had not removed the actual bus that was his home. I realize people were needing rescue and even were injured or died to visit. Like Chris, for whatever their reason (as each has their own path to follow) they felt a need to go there. It was their choice. Chris McCandless inspires many people, rip beautiful soul ~

[@gregkral4467]

Powerful place. God Bless Mr.McCandless. you lived more than most of us know. My tears for you, and my fears you evaporate.

[@subtainfarooq]

Gabriel, I am from Pakistan. And your videos inspire me so much to travel like you do. You are hands down the best KZbin Traveler i have seen. Simple yet informative. Thank you.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Thanks a lot.

[@worldwanderer5155]

In the light of recent events of the magic bus. I came across your pilgrimage video and must now admit that you're truly the greatest travelvlogger among backpackers.

[@Kg51Edelweiss]

An amazing story of happiness and sadness most people now are trapped but don't realise it at least he was free something at lot of us will never experience thanks for taken us along with your adventures cheers

[@OCT0POIIIHO-APTEM]

Thank you for sharing this video!

[@tanusreedas287]

Thank you Gabriel for showing a different way to traveling!! Traveling is not for just luxuries, Traveling is what you explore and satisfied yourself with the beautiful sights of the beautiful world! ☺️

[@moviesworld2255]

I love this movie ❤️❤️❤️ real story

[@debasishdutta3122]

Happiness real only when shared

[@fendermon]

That was great. It felt like I was right there with you. Honestly, I think the fake bus and Healy was probably as interesting as the real thing in the middle of nowhere. I was wondering what Healy looked like.

[@lila151]

This was by far the most insightful and fascinating video. I hope to go visit it soon. Thank you!

[@chiccorealo]

WoW...thank-you Gab...an excellent documentary! Very surreal...and the synchronicity places all of us within a closer degree of separation.I won't forget this video...🕊💗🌸🚌🐻🏔

[@JesseStLouis]

Such a powerful video, Gabe. Anyone who is a seeker and a wanderer knew Chris, though they may have never met him. It could've been me and yet it still may. The best way to pay homage is to carry the torch onward and illuminate the path for others.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Absolutely.

[@musicisbrilliant]

Oh my god you are awesome. Its cool to be able to go on this journey with you, thanks for taking us!

[@jaymeez]

The way the video started was excellent! The music the camera work the clarity of the picture 👌 Very interesting story. I gotta watch Into The Wild.

[@sadaf3471]

Wow I wish I visit this place too..

[@dchomeimprovements]

3:50 This guy is so cool... he listen to his instinct, and from Balkans he just decide to takes 20 hour flight to Alaska... I am glade that you have found your passion in traveling and that you are doing what you love and are born to do. I have subscribed..

[@simonsmith5]

Having watch this a second time ..it's definitely the best video you've ever posted ...and I can only sense it was a very emotional day for yourself ..thank you for sharing .. Chris was one hell of a guy who has inspired so many to travel and feel free for the first time in their life's and your doing the same work ..and we love you both for this ..

[@mansbestfriendsfriend2577]

"Happiness is only real when shared"--Chris McCandless

[@HenryoShelton]

Bytes of Bits nah man that’s what he learned after going out into the wilderness

[@cazpk6840]

i dont agree

[@julianitalucerogomez6727]

Wow fireweed all blossumed out. 49th State Brewery 🎸 rocks! COOL 😎 VIDEO.

[@donald288878]

you would be an awesome travel tour guide person, keep up with the good work

[@Potomacstud]

Its a very sad story, Chris was fearless , too fearless for his own good !

[@Juvernrocks]

Great video tour video :) The Sarah Palin’s House direction part cracked me up lmfao

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool, thanks.

[@merrylstreak7118]

Such a sad story! My late son became obsessed with Chris McCandless and his story.

[@ElectricBikeReview]

It sounds like your son passed away, I’m so sorry to hear that. It sounds like you cared for him a lot and were probably a great parent for him. Each has his or her own path, but it’s nice to have supportive family along the way.

[@cameronartukovich6810]

I first saw the movie about Chris when I was younger. I found it very interesting. As I got into highschool my English class read this book and ever since I've been so intrigued by his adventure. It almost makes me want to hike out to the bus and see it for myself and pay respect. I'm not a hiker but I do enjoy the outdoors so maybe one day I can visit the bus.

[@BackpackerMike]

Loved watching this again! Great job and crazy you were only weeks apart. Thanks again for sharing brother.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool man. Peace and safe travels bro.

[@MazeStudio22]

Great job with this video. Very interesting and engaging. Respectful, informative and the music was a nice touch at the end. Good Job Gabriel

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Thanks, appreciate it.

[@StevenCornfield]

Was just up there this summer for the first time and got to see it in person. Great job capturing Healy!

[@JumpingPlaces]

I really loved that film when I watched it man, stuck with me forever

[@narikaba439]

Such a sad ending for a young man who was in the middle of figuring out himself and his purpose in life. Thinking back at that age I can tottally relate.

[@jamesgraves6567]

I have to admit you've did a great job I love your story..... good travel's to you and be safe!!!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Thanks James, appreciate it.

[@lacusinella]

This is one of my favorite blogs you have made, thank you Gabriel

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Great, thanks a lot.

[@Lue_Jonin]

Chris was completely unprepared... He brought only a bag of rice with him into the wild. The movie was pretty good...the book shows how ignorant he was of what it really takes to survive in the wilderness. ✌ 👣 👑 👑

[@Fishingadventureuk]

He dies

[@sagartomar3461]

He thought to get food by hunting

[@mahmoudkhalafallah8205]

My best movie. I can’t stop watching it again and again

[@bcperry1973]

When you rolled up on the mannequin in the truck, I totally thought "oh shit he forgot to edit out the body!"

[@hazelwooddisney4623]

Brent Perry XD

[@jackiemaul]

Hazelwood Disney hahaha lol xd

[@iammayrose]

We watch this movie. A sad movie but a strong man inside. this is a very good video.

[@tombradshaw3083]

Great video, very well done. Very interesting associating your own story with his.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Great, thanks Tom.

[@takumakawamura2941]

Beautiful video!! thank you very much!ありがとう！

[@ROOKTABULA]

"Visiting The Bus..." But I'm not actually going to it but to a movie set: True Wilderness adventure. Lolerz

[@DEEPAKKUMAR-xr7ne]

This movie's soundtracks are heart touching .

[@janel697]

RIP Chris McCandless. You lived and loved life to the fullest. Sad ending 😢 Have the book and the movie.

[@LunaSea-bb5rj]

Great video Gabe. You're such a great storyteller. i always learn something interesting watching your videos. Thank you.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool.

[@LaLuna2510]

I've always been so touched and haunted by Chris' story. I remember the first time I saw the movie, I immediately watched it 2 more times in a row without a break. Thanks for sharing this with us- your choice in music was quite poignant.

[@thewanderer9104]

Great video! The story Is inspiring. Fantastic book and movie.

[@t0ckbeast988]

It would be really interesting if you actually go to the real bus, but I underestand why you dont go. really like this video, thank you!

[@mari-lm4ox]

t0ckBEAST this isn't the real bus? have people tried going there?

[@aggie_]

yes, there's a video of his sisters visiting.

[@JamiePittsSCM]

Google algorithm brought me here. Wow, it opens up a world I know nothing about. Ty

[@joannemates6367]

That movie changed my life and the way I live!! Chris McCandless was one of very few people who have the courage to leave society, their family, a comfortable life and follow his truth. We can all learn so much from him!! Gabriel, you seem like a very intense man! Cheers, From Country Victoria, Australia. ✌️

[@sumittrox143]

@Gabriel Traveler: I'm not sure, if you'll get time to read this comment, but I would like to thank you for making this video (about the movie). This has indeed been one of my favorite movies of all time, and also very emotional now, as I write this comment. Sumit, from Mumbai in India

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Yes it was a good movie.

[@KarinLynnBates]

Great video, Gabriel. Into the Wild is one of my Top Ten films and the soundtrack is impeccable. Chris' birthday is exactly the same as my best friend: February 11, 1968. He would've been 49 this year. There was a fantastic documentary that was aired in 2014, I think it was, on PBS giving more info about his family life and showed more of Chris' motivations in leaving and wandering. Such a sad but powerful tale. Thanks for revisiting his story. 👍🏼✌🏼

[@KarinLynnBates]

The documentary, I've just discovered, is here on KZbin: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooCti6Wkodl-e6c

[@chaisepomme4070]

There's more to Chris McCandless's story or backstory -- family secrets and domestic violence. Carine, his sister published a book three years ago going into some of the details as to what might have pushed Chris to escape into the wild, apart from his inner wanderlust.

[@KarinLynnBates]

Chaise Pomme Yes, and there's an excellent documentary companion film to the book, too, that aired on PBS in 2014, too. It gave a lot of insight into Chris' motivations.

[@chaisepomme4070]

Karin B Thanks! I found it on YT and watched. Very good documentary. The other details about his family life that might have contributed to his motivations don't detract from Chris's story. Quite the opposite I think.

[@KarinLynnBates]

Chaise Pomme I completely agree -- having more info from Carine and other family members and friends really helps understand Chris and his story in a bigger picture. I'm glad you found it!

[@tomsriv]

His parents have a few fights so he disowns them? What about his sister. If he lived to have children I bet, or I would hope he would realize how much sacrifice it takes to raise a family. A verbal fight here and there is not the end of the world!

[@emi1chin]

Super account of the story....thank you. Felt I was hiking along with you

[@david17500]

Awesome area & depiction of it! Would love to backpack to the real bus one day. Chris was an inspiration for wilderness lovers & a hero of enjoying the freedom within it!

[@JorgePizarroFilms]

Wow a Dodge Viper in Alaska! I'd never expect that.

[@J24606]

Enjoyed watching and listening to this. Thanks!

[@mischiefmanaged3715]

It's great that you read his journal logs, I always wanted to see them.

[@lazarusrize]

Great video! Thanks for sharing!! 😀👍🏻

[@suhascs8248]

"The best adventure movie ever"

[@chaisepomme4070]

Nice, crisp video quality. Thanks for going over the journey of Chris McCandless in Alaska and relating where you were at the time. If not for just a thin sliver of time, you may have run into each other and then who knows.

[@plantmanstudios]

I watched a documentary on him before they made the movie. Sad story. I once walked/ hitch hiked about 30 miles. The scant food I brought was gone in the first day. I had very little money and no place to sleep in the city from my home town. I was lying in a ravine near a truck stop contemplating my life decision and concluded it was time to throw in the towel. It was then I realized just how difficult if not impossible it is to walk/hitch hike as a means of travel. I walked almost 9 miles of my journey in the summer heat. Getting to my point now. Christopher made extremely poor judgement in doing what he did. But I totally understand what drove him to do it. It was the same thing that drove me to walk and hitch hike 30 miles. Ultimately his poor judgement cost him his life but frankly he got an extraordinary adventure out of it and I would not for one minute say he wasted his life. I hope wherever he is he endures no more suffering. His story was incredible.

[@HideNSeekTraveler]

Thank you so much for this . This video is very short and one of the best

[@IamPdub]

After seeing the movie and reading a few very detailed articles, I'm glad you decided against it. Happy travels Gab!

[@stubai27]

I was in Denali once as a rookie climber, rookie because I went alone and I had NO clue of what alaskan Glaciers were, somehow I made it to camp 2 and mercifully got back in one piece, tiding parts with other climbers, before that I actually fell in a crevasse and got out, when I reached base camp I Knew God had spared me and I wept a long time, after that I went to Seattle to take a 6 day course on proper techniques for glacier crossings. When I saw the movie of course I cried again, I was in Denali in JUNE 1992, the same time Chris was some miles away on his one way Journey. The movie, the music, his story is part of my philopsophy, my teachings.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Wow, wild story.

[@Edgesofearth]

- Wicked cool, Gabe. One of my favorite movies of all time. The character was played so well. When I was watching the movie for the very first time I was shocked at how similar he and I thought. The comments that he said....the way that he thought...it was sooo much like me. It was spooky. The ending caught me off guard. Sad, indeed. Thanks for visiting!

[@JeimThai]

Great video! You're a great story teller! such a sad story.

[@chrisbutler6258]

excellent tribute video Gabriel, and for those of us wanna be travelers there are some good lessons to be learned from this.

[@rjgomm1852]

It makes me so sad to see everyone talking about the movie but not the book. 😔 Don’t get me wrong, the movie was great! But the book is far superior in my opinion 😁

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I agree.

[@cazpk6840]

The most photographed bus on the planet.

[@717films4]

Love your videos

[@bobettepancakes]

R.I.P Chris McCandless, you will be missed and God bless your soul. 🙏🏻❤️

[@anned1474]

I enjoyed your video. Thank you and stay safe.

[@ahmedyamany1200]

Actually I loved this video...it got me hooked to your channel

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool, thanks.

[@thedeadhorse]

R man, cool Vlog, I do think that the bus has been removed now, Great story buddy, Cheers

[@BACKPACKTOPIA]

Great detailed video!! Thanks for the stories and reading every single chart!! If I ever make it to AK I will definitely visit the bus as well.

[@simonsmith5]

Brilliant clip ...and as its one of my all-time favourite films and one that has had a massive impact on my life ..I'd love to visit this place sometime 😁

[@triple_gem_shining]

love this. So interesting!! Glad you are doing well in Alaska man! Can't wait to see more !!

[@koshermoses393rogue8]

He is an inspiration...of what not to do when you think you know it all.

[@triple_gem_shining]

wow amazing thanks for sharing brotha!

[@FruityRonster]

one of my favourite films, just watched it again last night

[@troybadger55]

Thank you for this informative video.

[@cacarela]

Amazing video Gabriel. I am Bulgarian and I've worked in Denali National Park too. As a summer job. Great experience.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Thanks. I worked with many Bulgarians when I was there that summer, washing dishes.

[@mrsiimple]

Truly amazing Gabriel, Thank you.

[@NomadicZak]

Really well done! I learned a lot. I'm going to hike the Stampede Trail soon. I can't wait

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Thanks. Have an epic hike out to the bus. I want to do it one of these days.