Sailing to a Former Leper Colony on a Remote Island in Fiji and Learning About Marine Conservation.

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Жыл бұрын

Episode #290 : Season 9 : The South Pacific
Hello Friends,
On this episode I depart Savusavu at midnight and make way for the former leper colony island of Makogai Island. Makogai is now under the care of the Marine Fisheries department and is where they grow all of the coral for the Fijian Islands as well as growing the endangered Giant Clams. They also use the facilities as a nursery for sea turtles when they are hatching.
I have an amazing visit with the only two occupants of island, Pau and Mary. Heard about there life there and got a tour of the grounds.
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@knockharder3554 Жыл бұрын

You deserve a million subs my friend. Such great content. You are doing exactly what most of the rest of us would love to do. Thank you so much for bringing us land lovers along with you

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

@John-cq1ti Жыл бұрын

You are a class act. The chief was a proud and humble guy and you treated him with the respect he deserved. In return he opened up his house and village and the island and the sea to you to enjoy. I can't see how any visitors could refuse to show the respect he deserves. Your actions went a long ways to hopefully remove some of the ill feelings brought about unfortunately by crude and inconsiderate past sailors. Hopefully future sailors to this beautiful island and it's beautiful people will watch your video and learn about respect and dignity toward these beautiful Islanders

@Nighthawk2211 Жыл бұрын

Getting very close to 100k subscribers, man! You deserve it.

@DirkJacobsz Жыл бұрын

How wonderful to be part of their family and community - wonderful tradition - respect..

@johndemler653 Жыл бұрын

YOU are the reason you had the “key” to the island. Thank you for taking us along with you and your adventures

@OhAwe 27 күн бұрын

Kava's interesting. It's like an extreme calmness. The opposite of anxiety.

@Trajectionable 10 ай бұрын

I'd recommend this film to all sailing channels.

@jenniferl.neeley9952 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the beautiful energy you conjure. When I tune in to these videos I can feel the soft, bright energy filling up my room. Your energy is bright. Thank you for sharing all that you do. You're helping to lift us all up.

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this sweet comment 🙏🏻

@dennisrumba7545 Жыл бұрын

I have come back almost a week later just to say, "yes indeed, that song was stuck in my head for like a week!"

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@Mursaat666 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful, what a simpler way of life.

@billfletcher5495 Жыл бұрын

My favorite video so far. These people are happier than most Americans with all of our toys and fancy stuff. Sometimes less, is more. Safe travels.

@clpotis Жыл бұрын

Incredible experience. Thanks for highlighting and respecting the leper cemetery- those poor people lived and died isolated and alone.

@tubamansmom7012 Жыл бұрын

James thank you for sharing this incredible island. What an amazing place. And how moving it is to see that wonderful man to have brought you into his community. It just makes you pause and think..they dont have have many modern conveniences and things we Americans and many rich nations have and they just opened their home and hearts to you without any questions asked. It just makes me think how much we've lost our way as a nation that should open their arms. All these modern views, politics and drive through way of life -It's shaped us to be cynical and guarded. The leper cemetery. THAT was incredible! I could spend weeks just trying to manicure it, clean, and fix all of those crosses and tombs. Very moving footage today. Thank you! 🥰🥰

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

It was a really incredible experience I will carry with me for all of my days ❤️

@tubamansmom7012 Жыл бұрын

@@SailorJames Def moving!

@TheWodasi Жыл бұрын

you sailors are all alike - the land is calling you - the seas are calling you - make up your mind...love it JAMES - thank you for sharing !

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

It’s called traveling

@Footballislife1900 Жыл бұрын

Yeah they all buy a boat then park next to land somewhere. 🤷🏼‍♂️😊

@dawn9619 Жыл бұрын

With complicated and confusing messages currently infiltrating technology, politics and larger metropolitan areas, your videos are a refreshing and deeply needed reminder of a clearer/less complicated way of life/back to basics. Thank you for infusing a relaxing, peaceful way of life for those of us immersed in the rat race. I’m so grateful for your channel. “Life is most skillfully lived when one sails a boat rather than rowing it.” ~Alan Watts

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

Amazing comment, thank you 🙏🏻

@nickcain1508 Жыл бұрын

So easy to be respectful as you are. Thank you James.

@papounet4842 Жыл бұрын

"When in Rome, do as the Romans do" : thank's for having understood that and showing us how to behave on a journey. The village chief is very committed to his duty and welcoming the decent visitors. This "long format" episode elapsed peacefully and I was even surprised when it ended. 100k suscribers is a well deserved milestone. 👋

@Footballislife1900 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful place. I’d never want to leave.😊

@rod8823 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks for taking us on your fantastic journey James - and kudos for your respect and appreciation of the locals traditions 🙂👍

@neilrush659 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful Video James, man you've been to some spectacular places, bet this place was mind blowing. You are such a respectful and considerate person to recognise their culture and traditions like you did. Anyhow really enjoyed this amazing film, thank you. Stay safe

@donaldwilson5315 Жыл бұрын

Very nice human being fits well into the Fijian Community

@1970jaimee Жыл бұрын

James I’m sorry I can’t offer more but I give with absolute sincerity. I’m down to 3 boats I think I can not just afford but put the work into the next few years before I set sail. I’m ready to retire and make my dream come true and you (whom I discovered in a saling magazine, not YT), have inspired me beyond my own inspiration. Safe travels and all the success

@aaronr1328 Жыл бұрын

My god the amount of peace you find !

@ultracleansolar Жыл бұрын

Fijians are awesome people, they make you feel your home !

@MOSSFEEN Жыл бұрын

WOW What an ancient and beautiful place

@chemon0 Жыл бұрын

I like the way you respect people and traditions

@masterblaster2626 Жыл бұрын

You seem to have a knack for this. I watch a number of sailing channels and yours is moving up in the ranks. I usually don't care for music in sailing videos, but you're able to mix it in at the right amount and the right type of music so that it works. Right now, I'm thinking @10:00 when the dolphins joined you. Well done and thanks for posting.

@decapolis01 Жыл бұрын

That was awesome, I would have a hard time leaving a place like that. Thanks for sharing.

@Retired-nohurry Жыл бұрын

Beautiful place. I was lucky to visit there about 15 years ago as part of a dive trip.

@christopherbussell8714 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant! No matter what ever you do next in your life you have followed your dreams! May you compleat many more.

@TheMickybutler Жыл бұрын

Thanks to Paul (I didn't catch his partner's name) for taking the time to speak with you. What a spot to anchor! As much as you're not entitled to exclusivity on a bay, it must be so cool to have one from time to time. Cheers, James.

@jasonwickens0813 Жыл бұрын

Truly a Sailor. God speed and fair skies and calm seas my brother.

@philipcoleman8184 Жыл бұрын

Do you add anything to your water to ensure no bacteria develop? Has your hull ever been painted with ant biocide paint, if so did you scrape it all off? Has love been found on your majestic journey?

@anguillaanguila7255 Жыл бұрын

great stuff - keep on doing this. EPic and well done to your home team as well

@beechamberlain8287 Ай бұрын

Respectful and humbling, great film James 👍🥰

@SailorJames Ай бұрын

This video is one of my favorites

@AshleyH-kh8vj Жыл бұрын

Wish i could’ve liked this video twice. What a magical experience. ❤

@wolfganghofmann3977 Жыл бұрын

It’s amazing you started in Marina del Rey and your all the way in Fiji 🇫🇯, an epic journey bro 😎.

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

It’s wild as hell, a long wet road 😂

@adamduggan8516 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely loved that episode. Shows how respecting others cultures can take you a long way. You definitely stumbled upon a decent guy there. He was very proud of the work he is doing and gladly gave you a guided tour :)

@abbasmaki690 Жыл бұрын

Good evening, a good program that gives you wellness

@bebagrr Жыл бұрын

Hello! ... good footage and content. I don't know if if you are interested but the tree right behind you at 7min time is " Pana " ,"Bread fruit" ... Ask the locals. Is very filling like potatoes. You peal it and boil. Serve with fish and virgin oil and you got yourself a Titan meal. Is very healthy. Top that with fresh coconut water on the side and that's what I used to love about my joung years 18* north. Good luck!

@Taichungman Жыл бұрын

Thanks again for the great videos and info. I especially like how you give latitude & longitude of your location, also info on checking out & in & cost. You make your videos about sailing, the people, the destinations rather than about yourself as most sailing channels highlight themselves. James, by doing that, you stand out above the rest as the best on youtube.

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

I share the costs of clearing in on this video Getting Cleared into Savusavu in Fiji and Exploring Nakama Creek by Dinghy kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sMtheclhs9e7po0.html

@shanemaloney1716 Жыл бұрын

Been watching for a while. This is one of my favorite videos. So very intimate. Thank you

@Mr666Nikos Жыл бұрын

Nice to see an American with some polite manners, 👍😊 sorry to say... Awesome channel by the way👍 Great inspiration. I take the trip when the kids have flown from the house👍😊

@doctornamelisted4280 Жыл бұрын

Wow, what an experience

@tomasznobilec6853 Жыл бұрын

super !!!

@ThatSandersboy Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@mikeomaly 10 ай бұрын

What a cool episode! Love how you approached everything with the utmost respect. Il never get to this place in my own life, so I really appreciate you sharing the adventures with us! Thank you!!!

@SailorJames 10 ай бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏻

@tubokuper3557 Жыл бұрын

Well done It was like being there. Looking forward for the next one. Pura Vida from Costa Rica.

@wavelength7503 Жыл бұрын

Excellent.

@petersoakell6950 Жыл бұрын

super good one

@alancole1394 Жыл бұрын

Would be cool if you were able to see the Iguanas

@dthoma128 Жыл бұрын

That was very interesting ... it is quite an adventure you are taking us all on! Thank you.

@Darylvb Жыл бұрын

Great video!!

@cycharbormaster7171 Жыл бұрын

Great explanation on Savusavu and the cava ceremony

@bryanrowell4793 Жыл бұрын

Yeah man. Thanks for the ride.

@patrickjames1080 Жыл бұрын

Brilllllliant James- thanks for sharing 👍

@jd739 Жыл бұрын

Nice episode!

@DavidD6969 Жыл бұрын

Another Great video 👍

@byronsmithinc Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable, I dove around Giant Clams in Palau, beautiful

@Patty-kf4rv Жыл бұрын

Great vlog thanks for sharing james

@Gyp527 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video brother! Thank you❤️⛵

@shabbydoris Жыл бұрын

So cool, James - thank you for sharing.👍

@roadhun Жыл бұрын

What an incredible experience. I love your videos.

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

@MarkusKraemer Жыл бұрын

Amazing episode, I enjoyed watching it. As always good job James

@joem5110 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video James, thanks so much for sharing.

@bpen42 Жыл бұрын

This was an awesome experience! Thanks for sharing it

@JaredUnashamed Жыл бұрын

One word, amazing. Congrats on 100k!!!

@tonybase7887 Жыл бұрын

Hi James I met you in Opua in the store,interesting I’ve just finished a course of tablets four and half months for Latent TB same drug as used for Leptospirosis an American drug made in South Africa,I had TB as 11yrs old but not cured properly been in my body since I’m 77yrs now 66yrs it lived in my Liver,a very powerful antibiotic only drug in world now used it was a terrible disease.Tony enjoying your trip Hope next year to leave boats getting sorted.

@petebowler7295 Жыл бұрын

What an experience James. Thank you for sharing. Awesome.

@sunnyandtine9757 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 100k. You deserve it.

@tomvertz5875 Жыл бұрын

That was my favorite episode so far! So cool..

@geraldinepluyms5935 Жыл бұрын

Almost 100 thousand. im so happy for you!

@frooke2 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Amazing content! entertaining and educational! enriching, soulful!

@edwardh2444 Жыл бұрын

Another great episode James, thank you for teaching us again!!!

@emilysnell338 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing experience. Thanks again for sharing your adventures!

@aeronautekBC Жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your guidance, learning good solid information. Mahalo!

@cosmodog4845 Жыл бұрын

Negative stress levels there James. Brilliant.

@MizzAugust7 Жыл бұрын

Awww, what a pretty place ! 🌴It took me awhile to find that sevu-sevu & what it was- they grind it down & make a tea thats Kava & sposed to give you a "feeling of well being" Thinking of ordering some from Fiji, its not that much. They are really doing good things for the clams. Wonder if youll look @ them diff now when you dive.I wouldve kept one of those pretty shells, but boats fill up fast w/stuff. I love those trails to the cemetery. Do you know that leprosy wasn't real contagious, it took a lot of skin contact over time to get it but it looked so bad people were afraid & didnt want to see them either. Just reg people shunned. I would make a bad sea travler, I would always want to stay. Glad you asked about the trees, I knew they were bananas, never tried plantains. What a great tour.That view looking back omg- just SO gorgeous Thank you ! 💙🏝

@TOWELYNZ Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great episode! You’re sure living the dream!

@eddieseachord4985 Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite episodes and I like them all. 🙏🌎⛵️

@bobbyvanderford4231 Жыл бұрын

Love the enter action with the locals awesome keep up good work

@beetle5628 Жыл бұрын

Wow, incredible sights and what a stunning place. Thanks for sharing 🙏🤘

@qsarkiss6672 Жыл бұрын

100 k soon, harpoon, nice one Captain James and Tritea :) & thanks !

@jimmysails994 Жыл бұрын

First rate content. Always wanted to sail the South Pacific and love seeing you do it. Truly inspiring.

@brianturner2197 Жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos James, keep up the good work. Brian from UK

@chrischapman8887 Жыл бұрын

Makes me smile seeing how much respect you have for the land and the people ❤❤ thank you

@maryjnorwood3962 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely incredible. We are privileged to have access to your content. Thank you, James! 😎👍

@nxxdefiant Жыл бұрын

tight passage... that's what she said

@aslansgirl9014 Жыл бұрын

The most beautiful cemetery I’ve ever seen.

@pete5930 Жыл бұрын

This is an incredible documentary! What a voyage, what an adventure. Can't wait to see more :) Almost 100k Followers~ Monsieur.

@MrSete15 Жыл бұрын

Living the dream my friend…..from a rainy england 👍👍

@Tinfoilhat1000 Жыл бұрын

Becoming my favorite channel. Very good content. I wondered how one went about presenting kava to a village.

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏻

@Fallen_Arrow Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 100k man! Been here since you left LA, good work :)

@johnwalker6711 Жыл бұрын

Fiji islands just amazing the people and the culture congrats on the 100k subscribers fast approaching Fair Winds mate !!!!

@hrbcaster Жыл бұрын

Takk!

@SailorJames Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻

@Survivalcraft2069 Жыл бұрын

Wow, I loved how much Pou knew about their local underwater ecosystem 🐚🐙 neat video!

@suffolkbuh2035 Жыл бұрын

You are always chill but you seem super chill on this vlog! Awesome as always dude. Fair winds, from Cambridge UK. 100k🤘!

@bradbys65 Жыл бұрын

Hi James If you’re still in Fiji, try to catch a game of rugby. You won’t be disappointed! Love the channel btw

@alexandramorkin400 Жыл бұрын

Terrific content and wonderful community…thank you for allowing me to join the journey!

@mymobile5014 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video mate. That was so friendly and happy meeting Carl, and then poignant when visiting the graveyard. You are living the life man.

@christophersmay4508 Жыл бұрын

Loving all the new videos my dude, best sailing channel on screwtube hands down.