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

Komentáře • 983

  • @HarmenHoek
    @HarmenHoek  Před rokem +8

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  • @dennisklopper1818
    @dennisklopper1818 Před rokem +11

    South Africa most beautiful country in the world 🇿🇦❤️

  • @thepeoplesoul
    @thepeoplesoul Před 2 lety +237

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +16

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

    • @mollotuka8946
      @mollotuka8946 Před 2 lety

      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
      @andrewlinesjah4538 Před 2 lety +2

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

    • @pauloh3591
      @pauloh3591 Před rokem

      This video was perfect!

  • @MehdiMirian
    @MehdiMirian Před 2 lety +71

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

  • @wenstrupphoto
    @wenstrupphoto Před 2 lety +24

    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.

  • @mohammadrezabidabadi9679
    @mohammadrezabidabadi9679 Před 2 lety +19

    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.

  • @wjames1937
    @wjames1937 Před 2 lety +61

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +20

      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
      @onecent3972 Před rokem +1

      @@HarmenHoek 👍🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @onecent3972
      @onecent3972 Před rokem +3

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

    • @gillatkinson6350
      @gillatkinson6350 Před rokem

      ❤️

    • @larafairhurst2469
      @larafairhurst2469 Před 10 měsíci

      You must have been very fit😮

  • @johnogden6668
    @johnogden6668 Před 2 lety +34

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

    • @HarmenHoek
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +4

      Love that! Thanks!

    • @nicholasjones3554
      @nicholasjones3554 Před 2 lety +3

      I second that.

    • @cyber_cowpoke
      @cyber_cowpoke Před 2 lety +1

      Ditto this comment!

    • @helenivanova5440
      @helenivanova5440 Před 2 lety

      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.

  • @tintswalochabalala4672
    @tintswalochabalala4672 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @cascadiahiking
    @cascadiahiking Před 2 lety +76

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

  • @lucky8057
    @lucky8057 Před 2 lety +86

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +8

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

    • @lucky8057
      @lucky8057 Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @MysteryVerseShorts
    @MysteryVerseShorts Před 2 lety +42

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @annettehoek4317
    @annettehoek4317 Před 2 lety +42

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +11

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

    • @thepatriotsrage661
      @thepatriotsrage661 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @petersteyn7764
    @petersteyn7764 Před 2 lety +8

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

      True compliment from a South-African. Thank you!

  • @silverestmoon8669
    @silverestmoon8669 Před 2 lety +10

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

      Thank you! It definitely is a great place!

  • @paularuotsalainen979
    @paularuotsalainen979 Před 2 lety +20

    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 CZcams 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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you Paula! Means a lot. (;

  • @kylerborden
    @kylerborden Před 2 lety +48

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +5

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

  • @catherinechristiansen2699
    @catherinechristiansen2699 Před 2 lety +21

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @kestrel.hiking
    @kestrel.hiking Před 2 lety +17

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

  • @stac
    @stac Před 2 lety +12

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @stephanferreira4635
    @stephanferreira4635 Před 2 lety +14

    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.

  • @iainmacintyre2527
    @iainmacintyre2527 Před 2 lety +19

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

  • @dearmountains3431
    @dearmountains3431 Před 2 lety +14

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

  • @johndillon4991
    @johndillon4991 Před 2 lety +13

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +4

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

  • @davemischio7892
    @davemischio7892 Před 2 měsíci

    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 .

  • @vishant17
    @vishant17 Před 2 lety +10

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

      I appreciate that a lot! Thanks for the compliment.

  • @justinpeter2584
    @justinpeter2584 Před 2 lety +13

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

      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

  • @BuhlebzNetwork
    @BuhlebzNetwork Před 2 lety +2

    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.

  • @francis.inca1994
    @francis.inca1994 Před 2 měsíci +1

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

  • @30m3
    @30m3 Před 2 lety +4

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

    • @HarmenHoek
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

      Very cool!

    • @missbstuurman
      @missbstuurman Před 2 lety

      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.

  • @Ross.Bagatski
    @Ross.Bagatski Před 2 lety +14

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @davereynolds3403
    @davereynolds3403 Před měsícem

    i live and breathe in South Africa. i have hiked more than 40 times in the Drakensberg.
    Harmen has captured the essence of this wild, lonely and challenging place.
    silent beauty ✨

  • @joemwai4407
    @joemwai4407 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @paulocarreiro5855
    @paulocarreiro5855 Před 2 lety +9

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

    • @HarmenHoek
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

      It really is! Thanks for watching.

  • @cyber_cowpoke
    @cyber_cowpoke Před 2 lety +9

    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!

  • @hikesome
    @hikesome Před 2 lety +41

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +3

      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
      @thepatriotsrage661 Před 2 lety +1

      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).

  • @korean_foot_traveler8655
    @korean_foot_traveler8655 Před 2 lety +9

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

  • @randomvintagefilm273
    @randomvintagefilm273 Před 2 lety +6

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you! That’s means a lot to me.

  • @allanandmichelle
    @allanandmichelle Před 2 lety +9

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

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

  • @matemarijan3795
    @matemarijan3795 Před rokem +1

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

  • @averageslinger
    @averageslinger Před 2 lety +1

    South Africa 🇿🇦 is beautiful

  • @katkyle100
    @katkyle100 Před 2 lety +18

    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!!!

  • @severium8057
    @severium8057 Před 2 lety +3

    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

  • @therodg1043
    @therodg1043 Před 2 lety +2

    Beautiful! A country I would really like to visit.

  • @steppamanjroy9886
    @steppamanjroy9886 Před 2 lety

    The Drankensburg mountains are just a glory to behold at every point

  • @quantumnumber
    @quantumnumber Před 2 lety +6

    I think this is one of the most beautiful hiking documentary-like videos I’ve seen on CZcams, 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 :)✌🏼

  • @derrickbadenhorst7329
    @derrickbadenhorst7329 Před 2 lety +8

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

  • @danieljackson4171
    @danieljackson4171 Před 2 lety +2

    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

  • @Mike-VR
    @Mike-VR Před 4 měsíci

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

  • @randyellis7792
    @randyellis7792 Před 2 lety +6

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

  • @kuierpad_nl
    @kuierpad_nl Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @bing4227
    @bing4227 Před rokem +1

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

  • @thezen-factor7995
    @thezen-factor7995 Před 2 lety +1

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

    • @HarmenHoek
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @landscapesandmotion
    @landscapesandmotion Před 2 lety +3

    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.

  • @lynuslyneburg
    @lynuslyneburg Před 2 lety +10

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +6

      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.

  • @betsiemarais6918
    @betsiemarais6918 Před 2 lety +1

    Our lovely country South Africa!!!!!😍

  • @aliusman4181
    @aliusman4181 Před 2 lety +1

    Photos section at last is a splendid addition.

  • @irmao_do_jorel162
    @irmao_do_jorel162 Před 2 lety +6

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

      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
      @katnip198 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Amen!

  • @brettpietersen3077
    @brettpietersen3077 Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @katnip198
    @katnip198 Před 9 měsíci

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

  • @louismaree
    @louismaree Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @brucemunro250457
    @brucemunro250457 Před 2 lety +4

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

      Thanks! Great to hear my ideas translated so well.

  • @nicholasjones3554
    @nicholasjones3554 Před 2 lety +4

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

  • @SunflowerHeather
    @SunflowerHeather Před 2 lety +1

    Probably the best hiking video I've ever seen.

  • @mashek331
    @mashek331 Před rokem

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

  • @poppy1539
    @poppy1539 Před 2 lety +7

    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!

  • @Sheety33
    @Sheety33 Před 2 lety +3

    True inspiring art 🖼 🙏 Very well done my friend.

  • @afishler
    @afishler Před měsícem

    This is a masterpiece. I just completed a grand traverse of the Drakensberg and aside of the caves (have not seen even a single cave), this is such a beautiful representation of the scene that I feel I am back there again. What an effort this seems to shoot all these scenes solo. Unbelievable.

  • @sankiegreyling6309
    @sankiegreyling6309 Před 2 lety

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

  • @mohammedH999
    @mohammedH999 Před 2 lety +3

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

      Thank you! Hope you get the chance!

  • @puigcampana
    @puigcampana Před 2 lety +5

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

  • @SyPhoto
    @SyPhoto Před rokem

    Seeing your father explained SO MUCH

  • @Asunsx
    @Asunsx Před rokem

    I love when at 15:05 that cow just stands in your way, looking at you defiantly and you two just stare at each other like "what now? Who will move first?"

  • @0addicted1
    @0addicted1 Před 2 lety +4

    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!

  • @SergeyMakashov556
    @SergeyMakashov556 Před 2 lety +4

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

  • @frosty36
    @frosty36 Před 2 lety +1

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

    • @HarmenHoek
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

      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

  • @kimtrimble4291
    @kimtrimble4291 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing the world with me 😊

  • @fern.cycles
    @fern.cycles Před 2 lety +3

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

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

  • @BackyardRacing1
    @BackyardRacing1 Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @byronswart6199
    @byronswart6199 Před rokem +1

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před rokem +1

      Thank you. Those mountains are amazing, go explore!

  • @AllThingsLindo
    @AllThingsLindo Před rokem +2

    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!!

  • @helenivanova5440
    @helenivanova5440 Před 2 lety +3

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

      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. (;

  • @sharondavis8003
    @sharondavis8003 Před 2 lety +4

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @saveldaniels7773
    @saveldaniels7773 Před 2 lety +2

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

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

  • @pkmexplorers
    @pkmexplorers Před rokem

    This music starting at 25 min is phenomenal
    Stunning Work Harmen

  • @matheuscastro7630
    @matheuscastro7630 Před 2 lety +5

    This is pure awe! I had to press

  • @augustinooh27
    @augustinooh27 Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @hiilighter
    @hiilighter Před rokem +1

    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.

  • @MrGerard2003
    @MrGerard2003 Před 2 lety +4

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety +2

      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.

  • @Thebluedocful
    @Thebluedocful Před 2 lety +4

    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 👋

  • @expatbiker6598
    @expatbiker6598 Před rokem

    south Africa is a land of contrast. you get all year summer, winter in some areas, beautiful sea, rivers, mountains...

  • @gillatkinson6350
    @gillatkinson6350 Před rokem

    Mesmerising - just beautiful. Makes me want to get back out there. We are blessed and privileged to live in the Central berg and get to hike every week - but not as extreme as this ….days of our youth. Just beautiful . Thank you for sharing

  • @DronePilot
    @DronePilot Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @antonnaumenko2250
    @antonnaumenko2250 Před rokem

    This is not a movie, this is magic! :)

  • @majatodevska1314
    @majatodevska1314 Před 2 lety +2

    Omg this mountains are so beautiful!! And u Harmen Hoek, you are creative genius.

  • @thepeacerunners
    @thepeacerunners Před 9 měsíci +1

    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
      @HarmenHoek  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thank you for the kind words!

  • @syang88
    @syang88 Před rokem +1

    Thank you! I love this planet!

  • @heliosmediafilms
    @heliosmediafilms Před 2 lety +1

    Wow you can watch this like a film!

  • @erikbackx3927
    @erikbackx3927 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @weetbix2083
    @weetbix2083 Před 2 lety +1

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

    • @HarmenHoek
      @HarmenHoek  Před 2 lety

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