Silent Hiking 10 days on the Island of Madeira

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► GUIDE
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► GEAR
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► This trip is made possible by Enlightened Equipment (enlightenedequipment.com/ ), SOTO (sotooutdoors.com/), Adventure Menu (www.adventuremenu.com/) and Trek Mates (www.trekmates.co.uk/).
► ABOUT THIS HIKE
In January 2023 I hiked for 10 days on the Island of Madeira. I started in the small town of Porto Moniz in the west and headed up the great plateau of Paul da Serra. I visited the 25 Fontes waterfalls and passed through a 2-kilometers tunnel to get to the coastal town of Seixal. Back on the pleteau I headed east towards Pico Grande, the second tallest peak on the island. I slept in a cave and descended down to the remote town of Curral Das Freiras (the valley of the nuns) hidden in a deep valley. I climbed up to the main ridge but was forced to descend down again the next morning due to unseasonable amounts of rain and cold. The next morning I climbed back up via a different route and merged onto trail PR1 via Pico do Arieiro. PR1 is the most beautiful trail on the island. I climbed to the top of the island: Pico Ruivo at 1862 meters. I camped overlooking the valley of Curral Das Freiras with an astonishing sunset. The last day I arrived on the peninsula Ponta de Sao Lourenco, the furthest one can walk east.
Full itinerary on harmenhoek.com/itinerary.
This is an ambient film without dialog.
► TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro: Aerial Madeira
1:37 Day 1 - The foggy forest
4:22 Day 2 - Watefalls and the tunnel
9:34 Day 3 - The coastal fortress of Seixal
12:31 Day 4+5 - Climbing Pico Grande
17:11 Day 6 - The valley of the nuns (Curral das Freiras)
19:33 Day 7 - Retreat from the storm
20:24 Day 8 - The most beautiful trail and campsite on the island
25:19 Day 9 - Storm on the mountain
26:49 Day 10 - The furthest one can walk east
30:11 Outro: Photos
#hiking #solocamping #silentfilm #madeira #portugal #trekking

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@FlyVC 4 ай бұрын

The amount of effort, planning and creativity, you put into this is incredible! It's amazing that we live in a time, where a single person can create such a piece of art and spread it to everyone for free.

@max.arrow.outdoors Жыл бұрын

The drone shots are so legit brother! And the ambience music have covered my skin with goosebumps♥️

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙌

@michaelwood3477 Жыл бұрын

You take top spot in my book as the best nature videographer! You are one of a rare breed that will have the courage to take the extreme efforts to creating beautiful, compelling, artistic compositions and putting it altogether into a tapestry of seamless perfection. This all taking place without egoic narration and commentary. Powerful work Harmen! Each of your videos capture such detail from the most finite of incremental to the vast pinnacles of grandeur while following a path that tells the complete story footstep by footstep without saying a word. I understand your stories completely! Just love your work sir! Keep it up!

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! I see myself as a filmmaker, not a KZfaqr. Hope I never draw the attention away from nature.

@seand6707 Жыл бұрын

I have to echo the sentiments Harmen. You've placed inside of me a desire to become brave, move out of my comfort zone and go explore. Thank you for sharing beautiful trip. Definitely a filmmaker that captures the silence, beauty and aloneness of such a trip. I hope I can step out soon

@seand6707 Жыл бұрын

Job 12:7-10 New Century Version (NCV) Speak to the earth, and it will teach you, or let the fish of the sea tell you. Every one of these knows that the hand of the LORD has done this. The life of every creature and the breath of all people are in God's hand. Most fitting

@Alex_1729 Жыл бұрын

@@HarmenHoek ah, so you do the editing yourself? You love the nature AND filmmaking? And you've combined your passions. And here we are, enjoying the fruits all your (probably) hard efforts.

@mishaskaz8614 Жыл бұрын

Тезка, вы выразили мои чувства гораздо сильнее, чем я смог написать!!! Харман просто гений!!!

@kerby2333 Жыл бұрын

You didn't catch the best weather, but for me, the rain is the absolute best soundtrack to life 🙂

@fahad203 Жыл бұрын

This is better than any BBC documentary. Just awesome stuff. Literally watched frame by frame while finishing a big bowl of noodles

@rafasimsim Жыл бұрын

Silence, hiking, nature... It's all I need

@robertpavey5615 Жыл бұрын

I had no idea that Madeira looked so incredible, im adding it to my bucket list.

@MichaelWestcottFilms Жыл бұрын

Every shot is a painting. You are an incredible filmmaker! What a stunning film from start to finish. You have inspired me to go to Madeira myself, thank you :)

@sasuke19281 Жыл бұрын

Harmen, your work literally brought me to tears. I'd really like to thank you, not only for your work but to the enormous effort you put in every video as well. Your work is literally amazing. It's not only a video, is an experience, and quite a marvellous one. Really, thank you!!

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Glad people enjoy my videos, and even more glad that people take time to express their appreciation. Thanks!

@sasuke19281 Жыл бұрын

@@HarmenHoek You are the best!!

@ahha7124 Жыл бұрын

I don't get tired watching your art on Madeira. You have brilliantly captured the soul of the island which touches me equally every time I visit it. It is so poetic and dreamy one can meditate with it.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@johndominicdrews1673 Жыл бұрын

WOW! This guy is absolutely at the top of his game, and what a game to be in! I love the way he lets the pictures tell the story, and every picture is on the money.

@mslprevel Жыл бұрын

No need to talk, just contemplate, it's just beautiful! Thanks again for these pictures.

@shinyhead6372 Жыл бұрын

Stunning! Peaceful! Hypnotic! Thank you Harmen. Namaste. 🙏❤

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

You're most welcome!

@Mattes_______ Жыл бұрын

22:38 I don't know why... but you going into the light and disappearing is one of the most beautiful shots I've ever seen. It is almost like in a dream and just how I would imagine death and the soul leaving the body. Its so beautiful in a really strange way. I've watched youtube like 10 years now and never seen anything like this. Thank you for this my friend!

@rolandboerhof9391 Жыл бұрын

I've been working 7 years as a hiking guide on several destinations. Madeira was my favourite one. This island is absolutely stunning

@martinstuvland8620 Жыл бұрын

So much solitude. So much freedom. So much dedication put into making all those shots. This put my soul at ease. Thank you. PS! That closeup of the bird. Just something unique and special about that!

@jorge4 10 ай бұрын

I also noticed the bird especially on its paws, poor bird looks like it has an infection in its paws and can barely support itself

@martinstuvland8620 10 ай бұрын

@@jorge4 What are you on about?! That's a healthy looking bird. And he walks just fine. That's how bird feet look. Some birds stay to the ground you know. It's just a nice moment. Stop trying to make this out to something negative and be that it has some kind of sickness. It's a nice moment of a curious bird caught on film..... If you see something more. That's your own bias talking.

@armada740 9 ай бұрын

@@martinstuvland8620 I think he was talking about the bird at 5:46...

@martinstuvland8620 9 ай бұрын

@@armada740 Ah, thanks for pointing that out! Yea. He's right. Even though some birds take up one foot to rest. This one looks to have something iffy going on. Again. Thank you for pointing it out. Didn't even notice there was a bird there!

@martinstuvland8620 9 ай бұрын

@@jorge4 If you're talking about the bird at 5:46. I understand what you mean. If that's the case. Apologies for laying into you! Didn't even notice there was a bird there.

@turangalila 10 ай бұрын

I think this is perhaps the best photography I've ever seen of Madeira. Visited four times and done a lot of research but this still blew me away!

@HarmenHoek 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@DevanGoodwin Жыл бұрын

This channel is an order of magnitude above anything else I've seen in the genre. Amazing work.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

I will give you

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

two comments for that. Thanks

@jeanpeuxplus7257 Жыл бұрын

You can't be disappointed with Harmen, he always delivers! Once again, the cinematography, drone shots, close-ups of small details, time lapse are beautiful. And big filming and editing work behind all that. Madeira is gorgeous and its atmosphere too, and Harmen knows how to render it in the movie. Can't wait for your next video ❤👍

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

I never understand how people can leave such beautiful comments. I appreciate it a lot. (:

@casalmundoafora Жыл бұрын

I have been following hiking videos for years. I follow some other adventurers, but no one is as Harmen. A guy coming from a country with no mountains suddenly becomes the expert in filmmaking mountains around the world. Really great job!

@seinfeldcostanza9433 Жыл бұрын

@@HarmenHoek I just discovered your channel. It's because you bring them into your journey, you touch their soul with beauty and nature your talent! ❤️

@mariopfutzenreuter7228 Жыл бұрын

just mindblowing, cant believe how much effort you put in to make this video

@myevu29 11 ай бұрын

Your content is incredibly healing and high quality. I appreciate the dedication and effort u put into your work!

@Mmxxaamm Жыл бұрын

My brother in Christ, I never comment anything on KZfaq, but I GOT to let you know: your cinematography is unparalleled, truly breathtaking. Some of this shots are comparable to the signature Roger Deakins eye. Keep up the incredible job, you kick ass

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thanks (:

@RossAngell Жыл бұрын

This is the best hiking video of Madeira by far! You did a great job, mate! All of your videos are top quality! I am glad I discovered your channel!🙏🙂👍⭐👏

@EmmeChatterton Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking us with you on this amazing adventure... what an incredible place and every scene is yet another magnificent view! Brilliant, can't wait to watch more.

@Bassman4581 10 ай бұрын

How inexpressibly wonderful. Such raw beauty. And the rain! Bravo. Love the verses from Job. Nothing else can explain.

@user-vh1sh1xl5k Жыл бұрын

Great camera work and editing as always! Thank you, Harmen!

@JasonSmith-cq2fn Жыл бұрын

This was my first time seeing something like this. It was amazing, I didn't want it to end. Thank you.

@pvandeh 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for letting us all go on your trip with you. Another incredible video. Absolutely stunning

@Munawirtum Жыл бұрын

Wonderful trip, wonderful island, wonderful shots, wonderful nature! Wonderful!

@madhopsblog Жыл бұрын

You capture and share with the world the essence, the soul, of hiking. Your work is deeply moving. Words cannot describe. Exquisite. Delightful. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, mi hermano.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙂

@ZwiReKBeats Жыл бұрын

I'm blown away by the camera work, the views are stunning but everytime I seen you walking in the distance I had in mind that you have to go back for the camera ;D but dedication pays off because this video is a piece of art.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@birgithaan1036 6 ай бұрын

Just WOW!

@heinrichh.6369 Жыл бұрын

breathtaking piece of art! After visiting the island I was sceptical that it's beauty could be captured in pictures but you made it happen somehow. Also excellent soundtrack!

@DesdeNNN Жыл бұрын

I didn't knew my country was so beautifull till this day. Impressive videography skills, the scenes are outstanding. I can't wait for the Açores silent hike!

@nomadhabit Жыл бұрын

Amazing, you made something special again here... Can't imagine what it was like for you to be out there alone, thanks for creating this!

@HibaSiddique101 9 ай бұрын

Incredibly moving and beautiful. Madeira is on my bucket list after Socotra, Yemen. Thank you for sharing your tremendous journey with us

@Millerium-MichaelMiller Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing flight ! The scenery is beautiful.😊👌

@tomasr64 Жыл бұрын

Wow, the local people really know how to build trails! And Harman can keep the camera rolling even during miserable times where you just want to run to the nearest shelter pub. Amazing. Iv;e been looking a this island, seeing the trails and water systems and was blown away.

@lobosdmf 4 ай бұрын

amazing... keep the great work

@alexhuygen8298 9 ай бұрын

The wild life. Thanks man . Gorgeous

@MrGreginsky Жыл бұрын

This is one time I thank KZfaq for its algorithm and bringing you to my suggested videos list and man am I in love with your courage for adventure, your passion for planning shots, your eye for detail, your precision for sound and your patience for editing!!! I’m in love with your masterpieces! I share them with friends and invite them on mini vacations 😁. Be safe and continue what you are doing with great passion! Love from the Caribbean

@davutguraslan26 Жыл бұрын

The footage is incredible. The places you walk are extraordinary. I was away from the world for 30 minutes. A video that treats the human soul. I appreciate and envy you. Thanks a lot.

@edytam2750 9 ай бұрын

This is probably the best silent hiking video I have seen in my life and I have been in some magnificent places. Kudos to you!

@emiliasees Жыл бұрын

Beautiful shots, there is so much sensitivity in your work . Can't wait to keep up with your journey

@emanuelfaria6048 Жыл бұрын

Olá Harmen, I have already watched a few from your videos previously and I got surprised when saw you have been in Madeira, my home island :) I got excited to watch it and it was so enjoyable, and fun/strage to recongnize all the paths you walked... You captured the beauty of the island in a woderful way!! Congratulations! Now you have to come in summer to experience another island ;) Thank you!!

@TheSteinin Жыл бұрын

You've inspired me. You put Madeira on my list of places I'd like to visit.

@AntidoteCinema Жыл бұрын

That is absolutely one crazy masterpiece of work. I have been there as well and was recording things, yet the amount of atmosphere you have captured here deserves way more than I can express with a comment. I bow.

@rosamendonca9837 Жыл бұрын

I never thought I would be so moved by a 30 min piece of art. It just makes me realize how much I miss home, and all the things I should have done already.... Thank you Harmen!

@this_is_resonance Жыл бұрын

Your video made me cry. I felt transported, moved by these magnifcient, grandiose and breathtaking views. And i cannot even begin to imagine what you have gained by hiking alone, silent on those 10 days ! It must have been like a self 10 days long healing therapy. Thank you for sharing !!!!

@regspittle7622 Жыл бұрын

Madeira was another excellent presentation…your work is unparalleled!

@SeaTranquility 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for your effort in putting this breathtaking video together! It was well worth it 🤩

@tanokiller23 5 ай бұрын

Such a piece of art! 🖼️

@FullFinnoy Жыл бұрын

Wow, this ambient film of your 10-day hike on Madeira is breathtaking! The stunning scenery and your adventurous spirit are truly inspiring. It's incredible how you managed to capture the beauty of the island without any dialogue. Watching this film, I felt like I was right there with you on the journey. It makes me want to explore Madeira myself, and I'm sure our viewers would love to see more videos like this on our channel. Thanks for sharing your incredible experience!

@minecraftmania326 Жыл бұрын

I can only say thank you, for creating this video, it brought me to tears. Being form Madeira but currelntly living abroad, you brought me back a magical feeling I only feel everytime go back home, made me realise how much I miss being there and going arround the island exploring. Absolute masterpiece you made!

@k3ishia Жыл бұрын

Stunning video! thank you for all the work that went into showing us this beautiful island.

@TITORSTYLE Жыл бұрын

I admire your work, thank you.

@carlreid4161 Жыл бұрын

Another beautifully filmed hike Harmen. Exceptional drone footage and really like your shots of the abstract and intimate landscape.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@06jtm Жыл бұрын

Hello, new viewer here! Just want to say this video (and your channel in general) is incredible. Brought back a lot of dreams I had to travel and see the world as a young man. Somehow I’ve got caught up in the corporate race and city life in the last few years. This truly inspired me once more to make hiking and travelling a priority again. Can’t thank you enough. Good luck in Patagonia! Wish I could come!

@frednorman1 Жыл бұрын

Great drone footage. And I can’t believe some of those trails. And they look to be very well maintained

@yanivelhanati Жыл бұрын

These videos are so well thought out, thank you very much for this wonderful art.

@courtneymccoy4748 Жыл бұрын

Occasionally, KZfaq recommendations get it right. New favorite channel. I’m experiencing a very busy and stressful time in my life which has kept me from being able to hike since the beginning of this year. This video was like the perfect antidote/therapy/meditation. I have never seen a video so accurately capture the feeling of being out in nature. The way you connect the footage, the sounds, and the perfection of the accompanying music.. true cinematography. Thank you for sharing these videos.

@hikesome Жыл бұрын

This is hiking film art in perfection! A great adventure and a wonderful experience. Nothing more to add. Thank you again for such an inspiring video and all your efforts in re-establishing the link to nature. Madeira looks incredible through your lens. That's a great start to the weekend ;)

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mario! I can really recommend this place, so great for hiking!

@jorgplachetka1298 3 ай бұрын

WOW !!! A wonderful Video 👍

@diamantinamartins1884 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this gift.

@molliem8192 Жыл бұрын

I normally do not like music when people do these types of videos. I travel a lot on a budget, so I view a lot of videos. This was marvelous. The music was soft and soothing and added to the ambiance of your filming. Absolutely wonderful video.

@nico13nc82 Жыл бұрын

Salut Harmen Encore une superbe video! que de beaux paysages mais c'est surtout ta façon de nous les montrer. J'adore, je suis vraiment fan! Bravo, bravo et Bravo. Vivement la prochaine

@iwa_flys 2 ай бұрын

What a masterpiece! Thank you!

@thomasnelson2979 Жыл бұрын

once again you've made me feel that I have visited another amazing place, thank you for sharing this stunning adventure

@yusuflee03 Жыл бұрын

I have watched your videos countless times, real masterpiece, finally we have a new one!

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Awesomeee

@RoadTripper0123 Жыл бұрын

It's like a documentary film. This is such a beautiful, peaceful video. I enjoyed watching the wonderful video.😍👍

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thanks you (:

@MJSkavioke Жыл бұрын

Breathtaking!

@feather1950 3 ай бұрын

Again, thank you for sharing this beautiful island ❤

@odessaodyssey Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this real nature masterpiece and even highlighting the (water) sounds! Good job! 💯👏👏👏🌟🌟🌟

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@JoannaB603 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning! You capture everything so beautifully. Thank you for making these videos, it brings me peace and so much joy. Echt super Harmen! God bless you🙏

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@matthennessey6223 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video, Harmen! You are inspiring

@irinaportugez927 Жыл бұрын

Another masterpiece , amazing footage , seeing your films is a delight ! I understand how hard it is to walk in the rain, I would not be able to, for me this is already heroism. Thank you.

@paularuotsalainen979 Жыл бұрын

Dear Harmen, heartfelt congratulations for another cinematographic masterpiece. Having seen all your splendid videos in the YT, my first impressions have always been amazement for the beauty and diversity of your videos, and a deep gratitude for getting the opportunity to see them. I have been to Madeira, many decades ago, and loved the lush vegetation of the island and the levada walks very much. Thank you so much for your hard work, and for sharing these visual gems 💕

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate it (:

@manuelsalvadortorres1080 Жыл бұрын

Preciosa isla, y precioso film!!! Parece un bonito paraíso donde retirarse a vivir!!! 😄

@therealbenjaminfinch Жыл бұрын

Epic! Thank you for producing such a masterpiece of content on Madeira Island. Your style of film making is so appreciated. Keep up the great work, Harmen! I'll be watching this video over and over again! Awaiting my next adventure to Madeira. Muito obrigado! Ben

@lesliegriffith9830 3 ай бұрын

WOW!!!! Thank you for showing us this fabulous video❤

@familywithmelody Жыл бұрын

This video is so cool! I felt like I was right there with you on your 10-day silent hiking adventure on Madeira. The scenery was absolutely stunning and the silence really added to the peaceful vibe. It's great to see people exploring nature in such a mindful way. Thanks for sharing your amazing experience with us!

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for the comment! (:

@marcofranca4654 Жыл бұрын

O melhor vídeo da natureza sobre a Madeira...Artístico...e realista...lindo trabalho...

@dino2400 Жыл бұрын

an extremely well-organised hiker. And what phenomenal footage. Makes one wanna live on Madeira immediately !!

@user-gs5qf9cr1b Жыл бұрын

Absolutely sublime!

@sirfranski9176 Жыл бұрын

You are, by far, my favorite artist on the planet. Thank you for doing what you do.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

ThAnKs¡

@thenextadventure8079 Жыл бұрын

Another wonderful video. We went to Madeira a couple of years ago and it is a magical place which you’ve captured perfectly. We explored some of the places you did so it was really special. You are a bit of an inspiration to us oldie newish channel owners who also prefer the silent, mindful approach of walking and filming in the natural world. Looking forward to the next video.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Madeira is a wonderful place indeed. Enjoy the outdoors!

@AndyLEE-rh4ng Жыл бұрын

So glad your channel was ecommended to me. The shots were just so cinematically beautiful. Gotta appreciate all your efforts in recording it, so that we can enjoy the trip from afar.

@Serenity-nd7so Жыл бұрын

Another masterpiece from you. Thank You for making these amazing pieces of videos

@RezasAdventure Жыл бұрын

You are the best adventuring videographer. Thanks for sharing this amazing experience with us. I really appreciate the extreme efforts you put into taking all these amazing shots. You channel truly deserve more viewers. Your videos inspired me to start my KZfaq channel on trail running. I am still at the beginning stage of this long journey.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@user-bm7yn9uj9z Жыл бұрын

Can't wait

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

2 more hours ...

@AlexandruRugina 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video, brings back good memories from Madeira.

@FocusedonChange 3 ай бұрын

Amazing. Enjoyed every second.

@TheHappyWalker Жыл бұрын

Als dank voor alle schitterende videos. Ik hoop er nog veel te mogen zien in de toekomst!

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Ook bedankt, Vincent! Excuus voor de late reactie.

@StagnantMizu 2 ай бұрын

@@HarmenHoek lol ik dacht dat je duits was.

@abdullahalmutairi9893 Жыл бұрын

I always start my morning with one of your videos, I have been watching hiking videos the past 6 years for so many KZfaq channels and a wonderful adventures like you, I like what they did with their style and videos, but your videos it's different than others , I feel that you're taking me with your adventure, no talking no loudly music just the sound of natural and footsteps, you always deliver the feeling without telling a word, I always feel emotional when I see your videos sometimes, tears, joy, wonder, and thinking. Thank you so much for all this videos Never stop.

@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, more to come!