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

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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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2 апр 2023

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Комментарии : 177

@knockharder3554 Год назад

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 Год назад

Thank you 🙏🏻

@John-cq1ti Год назад

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

@Trajectionable 10 месяцев назад

I'd recommend this film to all sailing channels.

@johndemler653 Год назад

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

@Nighthawk2211 Год назад

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

@OhAwe 25 дней назад

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

@jenniferl.neeley9952 Год назад

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 Год назад

Thank you for this sweet comment 🙏🏻

@DirkJacobsz Год назад

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

@billfletcher5495 Год назад

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.

@dennisrumba7545 Год назад

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 Год назад

😂😂😂

@nickcain1508 Год назад

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

@dawn9619 Год назад

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 Год назад

Amazing comment, thank you 🙏🏻

@ultracleansolar Год назад

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

@masterblaster2626 Год назад

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.

@christopherbussell8714 Год назад

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

@tubamansmom7012 Год назад

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 Год назад

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

@tubamansmom7012 Год назад

@@SailorJames Def moving!

@clpotis Год назад

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

@AshleyH-kh8vj Год назад

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

@papounet4842 Год назад

"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. 👋

@chemon0 Год назад

I like the way you respect people and traditions

@beechamberlain8287 Месяц назад

Respectful and humbling, great film James 👍🥰

@SailorJames Месяц назад

This video is one of my favorites

@Mr666Nikos Год назад

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👍😊

@Mursaat666 Год назад

Beautiful, what a simpler way of life.

@1970jaimee Год назад

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 Год назад

My god the amount of peace you find !

@TheWodasi Год назад

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 Год назад

It’s called traveling

@Footballislife1900 Год назад

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

@shanemaloney1716 Год назад

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

@bebagrr Год назад

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!

@Footballislife1900 Год назад

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

@abbasmaki690 Год назад

Good evening, a good program that gives you wellness

@MarkusKraemer Год назад

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

@rod8823 Год назад

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

@jasonwickens0813 Год назад

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

@MOSSFEEN Год назад

WOW What an ancient and beautiful place

@christophersmay4508 Год назад

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

@tubokuper3557 Год назад

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

@adamduggan8516 Год назад

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 :)

@frooke2 8 месяцев назад

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

@wolfganghofmann3977 Год назад

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

@SailorJames Год назад

It’s wild as hell, a long wet road 😂

@neilrush659 Год назад

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 Год назад

Very nice human being fits well into the Fijian Community

@TheMickybutler Год назад

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.

@byronsmithinc Год назад

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

@mikeomaly 10 месяцев назад

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 месяцев назад

Thanks 🙏🏻

@bradbys65 Год назад

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

@tonybase7887 Год назад

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.

@Retired-nohurry Год назад

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

@decapolis01 Год назад

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

@philipcoleman8184 Год назад

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?

@aeronautekBC Год назад

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

@Taichungman Год назад

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 Год назад

I share the costs of clearing in on this video Getting Cleared into Savusavu in Fiji and Exploring Nakama Creek by Dinghy ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ze1Ff0NqWvY.html

@tomvertz5875 Год назад

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

@anguillaanguila7255 Год назад

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

@qsarkiss6672 Год назад

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

@alango831 Год назад

Best channel on RU-vid. Thank you brother for taking us around the world and respecting all cultures

@cycharbormaster7171 Год назад

Great explanation on Savusavu and the cava ceremony

@chrischapman8887 Год назад

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

@MizzAugust7 Год назад

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 ! 💙🏝

@shabbydoris Год назад

So cool, James - thank you for sharing.👍

@bryanrowell4793 Год назад

Yeah man. Thanks for the ride.

@ThatSandersboy Год назад

Thank you

@alancole1394 Год назад

Would be cool if you were able to see the Iguanas

@doctornamelisted4280 Год назад

Wow, what an experience

@geraldinepluyms5935 Год назад

Almost 100 thousand. im so happy for you!

@roadhun Год назад

What an incredible experience. I love your videos.

@SailorJames Год назад

Thank you 🙏🏻

@patrickjames1080 Год назад

Brilllllliant James- thanks for sharing 👍

@dthoma128 Год назад

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

@Gyp527 Год назад

Beautiful video brother! Thank you❤️⛵

@JaredUnashamed Год назад

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

@camaroness Год назад

I'm stoked for your impending 100k subs! Started watching around 17k

@SailorJames Год назад

It’s insane 😂 but I am stoked

@petebowler7295 Год назад

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

@joem5110 Год назад

Awesome video James, thanks so much for sharing.

@emilysnell338 Год назад

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

@sunnyandtine9757 Год назад

Congrats on 100k. You deserve it.

@Survivalcraft2069 Год назад

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

@hannisigur Год назад

100K wisitors best wish from Iceland

@maryjnorwood3962 Год назад

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

@petersoakell6950 Год назад

super good one

@Patty-kf4rv Год назад

Great vlog thanks for sharing james

@Darylvb Год назад

Great video!!

@jd739 Год назад

Nice episode!

@bpen42 Год назад

This was an awesome experience! Thanks for sharing it

@DavidD6969 Год назад

Another Great video 👍

@Tinfoilhat1000 Год назад

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

@SailorJames Год назад

Thanks 🙏🏻

@cosmodog4845 Год назад

Negative stress levels there James. Brilliant.

@edwardh2444 Год назад

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

@tomasznobilec6853 Год назад

super !!!

@suffolkbuh2035 Год назад

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

@alexandramorkin400 Год назад

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

@beetle5628 Год назад

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

@nxxdefiant Год назад

tight passage... that's what she said

@Fallen_Arrow Год назад

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

@bobbyvanderford4231 Год назад

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

@mickwebb3438 Год назад

Awesome content as usual james...what experiences you are having. Be safe and look forward to your next adventure

@MKokruok1 Год назад

You were lucky to find Anchorage there at the leper island, the place was packed! Lol😅 You viewers give James a thumbs up on his video. He's working hard for you out there.