My dad is from Ni’ihau, I shared this with him and he misses it there since it’s been a while since he’s returned. Sad that they have tours there, BUT it’s a way for the owners to make an income and continue to preserve the culture on that island. I’m glad that it’s quick tours and not allowing tourists to visit my family since it’s like using them as just some spectacle.
The owners do not make a profit on this tour; it is strictly for upkeep on the helicopter so it is ready when the residents need it and only around six people per week visit there. You only visit the beaches, Kiekie and Nonopapa are not visited, only observed from a distance above. This tour is not a show up, pay your money, and go. You have to make arrangements in advance and be approved to go. The process takes a long time and there is no guarantee you will get to go. All visitors are screened. This is all well worth it if you value the untouched, quiet serenity of what Hawaii used to be. Thank you for your comments. Aloha!
Aloha Sisters - can your dad still have full access into the island and invite me there? I will buy him a ticket to revisit and he can be my tour guide. Let me know. Serious.
@@keone-kaneaokaheaku7706 Clarisse Kanahele keeps the aloha spirit alive. It was an honor to have her comment on our video. We have friends who have attended the Kamehameha schools and only in Ni'ihau do they still speak traditional Hawaiian, so maybe they call themselves Niihauan. Lets try to be supportive of each other and put aside the negativity and hate this world has today. Mahalo nui loa.
You are absolutely right. Unless you are invited by the owners or their staff, do not even think of going there; however, once invited, they are very gracious and nice.
@Jeffrey Haines just don't. Trust me. You will not be looked well on by the locals there or by the locals in the entire state. This state is very cultural and I suggest you respect that culture. And that culture includes not going to Niihau. Unless of course you're invited
The entire island is privately owned by the Robinson family. It was purchased directly from King Kamehameha IV, so you are trespassing if you go without being invited.
@Noah Manuel - Great advice! Part of the Ni'ihau Helicopter's function is securing the border. The entire island is carefully watched and if someone goes without permission, they better hope the helicopter gets to them before the residents do. They are very protective of their fish and resources off the coast. Trust me, it is very dangerous to go there illegally.
How lucky to be able to see Ni'ihau from your town. It is so pristine. We made an error in pronunciation for the video, using the silent "H", but now say it correctly. Thank you.
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The comments here are out of this world. WE'RE the most isolated. NO, WE'RE THE MOST ISOLATED!! You mispronounced Ni'ihau!........so you disrespect us! BULL. Silly, petty, losers arguing about the minuscule, when in fact it makes no difference. It's not disrespect to mispronounce. It's unfamiliarity. Get over it and move along.
Thank you! We couldn't have said it better. We're travelers who are just trying to bring some beauty to the rest of the world. We do our best to get it right, but sometimes drop the ball and learn from our mistakes. We do not make any money off of this or get anything free. Thank you! Very much appreciated.
I just did a helicopter ride around Kauai. When I go back I'll be going to Ni'ihau. We could see it in the far distance on our ride. Kauai was absolutely gorgeous. I mean some breathtaking beauty there!!! Wouldn't have been much more to go to Ni'ihau!
We have done both and we found the Ni'ihau tour more interesting. First off, it takes most of the day; about six to seven hours. It has more adventure to it. You can swim and explore. Secondly, you see a lot of Kauai when you leave and return since it flies out of Waimea. An absolute must do. Mahalo nui loa.
we did Kauai as well, I didn't realize how many of those copters had crashed.... afterward someone said, are you crazy? do you know you could have died? I thought it was great and I'm a thrill seeker / AC Mechanic... our pilot was very skilled and I'm sure his autorotate skills were there!
@@mrr8682 lol I have been on a few helicopter rides but after going in Kauai less than 2 months later there was a crash. Then I found the website that shows all the crashes. Whoa! I'd still go again in a heartbeat!
This video shows absolutely nothing of the island. A glimpse mixed in with a lot of helicopter and Kauai stuff. As someone who lives in Hawaii and has been on that island, on their expensive helicopter tour (we bought all five seats as a single group), it's a drag you don't have more video of walking around. Walking west from the landing zone about an hour or so, epic beaches filled - first with garbage - then shells of all kinds, sizes, shapes, each clustered on their own beach. We made an hour long video but were threatened relentlessly for posting it, so keep it private. The ground there, walking around, that is the magic. I may try again putting some out. Just surreal, no people, seals everywhere we walked, and we spent our time, close to five hours in May 2010, walking as far as we could from the landing site/ picnic shelter area, just to see as much as we could. Pristine conditions in the water and beach in spots, wild pigs, all kinds of stuff. But this was just a super super limited view of Niihau. Really tiny.
This video captures sights not seen in other videos. We show the village of Puuwai and its residents. We also show Nonopapa, the wildlife (seals and elands). We have a lot more footage, but out of respect for their wishes we kept it minimal. We have taken our fair share of abuse and threats. As the old saying goes, it is easier to criticize than create. Mahalo nui loa.
I think we all wanted to see Keith Robinson;s CASTLE (His NEVERLAND) with it's glistening solar panels, Golden Heliport, gigantic pool with waterfalls and all the glamorous crap that probably doesn't exist or does it??? we don't know... I'm sure he doesn't want people seeing the shack he lives in....
Yes, the helicopter tour lands you right on the beach and you can collect all the shells you want. There are many beautiful shells and coral formations to be found on the beach. They gave us a beautiful 12” coral formation found there and we purchased some of the jewelry the natives made from Ni’Ihau shells.
Before you take anything from Hawai’i you need to ask permission and give something back. Us Kānaka strongly advise this. But do not take Lava Rocks Or Coral.
Why do pepole dislike the video its okay if you don't like the video just close the video and go to the next one thats all, show humanity be supportive.
The owners of this island and all those who vote on the island...all voted for Donald Trump in the 2020 election. At least you tried, Robinson brothers...
Interesting video. Interesting comments, too. When I lived on Oahu many locals could not pronounce my name and would laugh. It got old. I would correct them (nicely), but still would get giggles. On the other hand, if I mispronounced a Hawaiian word I was called stupid and disrespectful. Gave me great insight into the local mindset and ethos.
We unfortunately mispronounced the island's name while taping the video, but have since corrected out pronunciation. It is difficult since there are so many ways that people say Ni'ihau. Thank you for watching and your comments. Aloha!
You nailed it. They love to call you disrespectful for anything they don't like. In a few words, they are unfriendly and arrogant. They say most haoles leave Hawaii within 8 months. That's correct. Why? Because they're treated like shit, harassed until they go. Oh, but they will take your tourist dollars. Oh, and the residents of Ni'ihau voted 100% for trump in 2020, so you can see who you're dealing with. It's right here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niihau
@@relicofgold yep, nailed it. Think they're special and deserve special treatment while they can treat people however they want. Meanwhile they're completely dependent on the people they hate so much. A lot of the residents are on welfare which is from US tax payers. So what, they don't even have to look for work? And they supported Bush, McCain, and Trump almost exclusively. I have a feeling that comes straight from the Robinsons. Maybe everyone is afraid they'll get kicked off the island if they don't align politically.
You are absolutely right. That is the purpose of the helicopter tour offered. It is expensive, but completely worth it as it goes to a great cause. It is not a tourist mill; it is a handful of carefully screened people that they take once a week.
Hawaii is the most secluded place in the world, and Ni'ihau is the least accessible island in the chain. The nearest place to Hawaii is 2500 miles in any direction. Thank you for watching.
Travis Family Travels Please go look at where the Midway Atoll is on a map, and reconsider. Take into account how difficult it is to get to the places I listed. Ni’ihau may require special permission, but it is still in range of a helicopter. Some of the places are of limits to every one but gov officials and scientists. If you do a Google search for "what is the most secluded place on earth" Google responds with: "Tristan da Cunha" "Easter Island" "Pitcarn Island" Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland "Bouvet Island" And so on. Ni'ihau isn't on any of the lists. Surprisingly, Midway isn't either.
"Hawaii is the furthest from any landmass in the world. Formerly known as the Sandwich Islands, the Hawaiian Islands span the distance of 1,523 miles (2,451 km) from the Big Island of Hawaii in the southeast to the Kure Atoll in the northwest." While this might not make each and every island remote, if anything were to happen to communication, and the islands were in trouble, they are the fathest island masses from any other land mass (including other small islands) in the world. Ni'ihau is mostly cut off from the other islands in the chain, and that makes it possibly the most remote location on the planet. It's not impossible to access, but it requires a lot of travel and permission. (the only thing closer to Hawaii than another continent is the Johnston Atoll but even that is like 700 miles away and isn't exactly a full island. You're not wrong either, as all of those islands are secluded and remote in different ways that require different level of difficulty to access, but this island could also be up for such consideration. I'm in no way trying to start a fight I just thought this was interesting and looked it up.
@@FanFickChick1992 When I think of seclusion, I think of the following aspects regarding a location on earth: -Ease of access -Distance to civilization, a modern city, larger population, etc. -Frequency of human visitation -Likelihood of seeing another human I don’t want a fight you either, but to me Hawaiian islands are disqualified, having been more or less continuously occupied by people for the last 1500 years or so. The relatively short distance from Ni’ihau to Honolulu is also an issue for me to consider it the most secluded, not to mention that it does have about 130 to 170 residents. Johnson Island (part of the Johnson Atoll) on the other hand, is officially completely abandoned. It is administered by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), is closed to public entry, and access to Johnson Island is only granted by letter of authorization by not only the USFWS, but also by the US Air Force. It is indeed a full island. I think there are more secluded places in the middle of nowhere Antarctica than Ni’ihua, given the hostile environment, and ratio of land mass to inhabitants on the continent. That’s my opinion, and I’m sticking to it. I just hope I was able to better explain my reasoning.
This has been said before. It is up for debate. If you listen carefully to the video and do the measurements yourself rather than relying on google, you will find that Hawaii comes out slightly ahead. Thank you.
The island of Ni'ihau is actually quite stunning. Most people think it is just a barren desert, but there is quite a bit of lush greenery, along with the gorgeous beaches and ocean.
It is off limits unless you are invited. They do also have hunting safaris. Both the safaris and helicopter tours help keep the helicopter operating for the residents as maintaining helicopters are very expensive. Perhaps all you people that bash people supporting the island should start donating money to support them so they do not have to offer tours. I'm sure about $500,000 a year would help them out a little. Thank you for your interest.
Travis Family Travels you got upset at me for no reason, then stared complaining on my channel. You completely misinterpreted my comment. I'm well aware if the rules with Ni'ihau. I am also part Hawaiian and live, I assume, right beside you. I’m not talking about the tours. I’m talking about the fact that it is off limits to people since it is privately owned, and for the fact that they preserve a little bit off the old Hawai’i that a good portion of my ancestors come from. I’m thankful for that and I truly hope that since it is privately owned, they continue to be able to hold out and keep Ni'ihau off limits. I have no reason to go there and disturb the place. Tourism is on enough if the Hawaiian islands as it is. It is very hard for them to do, but so far they have done it. I respect that, and good for them.
@@MachineGunMike we definitely did misinterpret your comment and sincerely apologize. We also love the fact that Ni'ihau still maintains the old Hawaiian traditions and culture.
Who would want to go there? Not a thing to do except hunt for wild boar and snorkel, which you can do on other islands. The only reason to go there would be to experience isolation, a good thing, but they won't let you stay, so it's not an option.
Very interesting video. Seems like a very nice island. Do visitors to the island get to meet any of its native residents? Seems like such an interesting experience.
Thank you for watching. Ni'ihau is a very interesting island. It is almost like stepping back in time. You will fly over the village, but the area you land is very pristine and beautiful. Unfortunately, you do not meet the residents, but they travel back and forth to Kauai frequently, and are extremely friendly. In the video, and in the description, there is the website for Ni'ihau helicopters so you can also enjoy this experience. The phone number is on the building, you just need to add the 808 prefix.
The video does not do the island justice. Unfortunately, this was shot at the beginning of our Hawaiian archives. We're still continuing our travels around the islands.
I knew you would sell the secret. I wish people would leave natives and their private sanctions alone. Once you tell one person, it becomes a virus and everyone with a jealous mind would need to go and destroy their legacy. 😥😥😥😥
Aloha. We're not sellouts at all. We are just showing people paradise. The Robinson family privately owns the island. If you have a problem, take it up with them. Their phone number is 808-335-3500. Their hanger is on Kauai. Mahalo nui loa.
personally i dont see anything wrong with visiting an island. and leaving it the way it was when you got there. the point is to preserve the island as it was as in not to build giant hotel for tourist. the only reason people want to see it is cause its "forbidden"
they limit tourism through this Helicopter crap!! it's not like anyones going to go squat in the locals houses like Florida and from what the author says, the locals will kill you with wooden arrows or sharp rocks like a tribe in the Brazillian rainforest so get a grip, it's okay!!
There is a local phone number for Ni'ihau Helicopters on the front of their building, which is shown in the video. Add an 808 area code to get in direct contact with them. It is the best way!
We highly recommend it. A++++ We have taken a lot of tours in a lot of places; this tour is #1. The people and the tour are exceptional and you will see the most pristine beach you have ever seen. It is like going back in time 100 years. Make sure you ask for Dana as your pilot. He is the one who flew the helicopter in the Jurassic Park films. This tour is non-profit. All proceeds go to maintaining the helicopter for the residents of Ni'ihau.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 I guess for peoples privacy you don't get to fly over their houses and see how they live? kind of invasive but the way we live with all these modern things would be great for ourselves and children to see how life is with any modern conveniences..... actually spending time as a family like our ancestors used to, no electric garbage..
Each Hawaiian island is its own special world. Ni'ihau has its own special beauty. It is like discovering a time capsule with its pristine beaches and wildlife.
Well are there any Living Dinosaurs 🦖 🦕 Giant Gorilla Apes 🦍 Or Hidden Treasures with Gold Diamonds 💎 On that particular Island 🏝 called Niihau (a.k.a Forbidden 🚫 island 🏝) in Hawaii?
No. Ni’ihau is safe. That would be the island of Kauai, and the NaPali Coast. It is the same helicopter used in Jurassic Park, King Kong, and Godzilla. Despite the movie showing it being destroyed, it is still there and flying. We are big fans of these movies.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 But are there any Living Dinosaurs 🦖🦕 Giant Gorillas 🦍 or Buried Treasures like Gold Diamonds 💎 & Rubys on that particular island 🏝 in Hawaii?
@@travisfamilytravels7504 Well are they any Living Dinosaurs 🦖 Giant Gorilla Apes 🦍 Or Hidden Treasures like Gold Diamonds 💎 Or Rubys on that Particular Island?🏝
We did in fact walk on the island. You'll go around the island in a helicopter and land on the east side where you're free to walk around and swim in the ocean. My only regret is I wish that I had put in even more of our footage and done a better job showing the island. We are surprised at the number of views it has received. Also, out of respect, you're asked by the owners not to video some of the places and things. Thank you for the comment.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 so, like you said, you have to experience it yourself then all your questions will be answered.... like going to the moon and seeing if the Armstrong blowing flag is real or HOLLYWOOD...
I wonder how many dumb sail boaters made the error of thinking, we can check this island out and were met by? probably old hard hat himself asking them to leave?
I am afraid that I am going to sound like an iconoclast and worse, but according to the video, at least, Niihai is not especially beautiful. The history, of course, is certainly interesting and maybe some landscapes are beautiful, but the video is not showing us that
wish we would have known about this when we were in Kauai... now Kauai's gotten too expensive, really love the place but the commercialism is way beyond my American middle class earnings affordability...
HA!!! Sinclaire wasn't a deal maker was he. I would have opted for Waikiki. For $260.00 per person with a five person limit I'll pass. They saw you two comin : )
The price is well worth the experience you get. It is a beautiful island with exquisite peace and quiet, and knowing the money goes to help out the residents, they are not making a profit. They are keeping the helicopter maintained. You can find a Waikiki all over the world.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 Where you were snorkeling, it looked a lot like Queen's Surf on Waikiki at Kapiolani Park. Also, 2 little pieces of coral. The pink one looks like it is starting coral bleaching. If we could meet folks we might spring for it. The gorgeous Niihau Shell leis are created there. I'd love to watch the process, though I can watch it on Kaua'i or O'ahu or even on line. We've met some Niihau people as they can come and go. I love to hear the way they speak Hawaiian.
@@sandramorey2529 This was shot on the island of Ni’ihau. We do have more footage of the beach and shoreline but opted not to show it out of respect for the residents. We fully agree that the people of Ni’ihau are very special. You will not be able to interact with any of the residents during the tour. Everything you see is 100% our footage and authentic. The island has so much to offer beyond the residents. Aloha.
I'm sorry you feel this way. We were invited by the Robinson family, the owners of the island, to visit Ni'ihau. It is a very special place in the world.
@@iancollier-sua7588 When the Sinclairs purchased the island from King Kamehameha IV, part of the deal was that they maintain the Hawaiian culture. Fortunately, the descendants have kept this promise.
Aloha Ani+Chris, If you read the other comments, you will see that the pronunciation has been addressed many times, also if you refer to our "Which Hawaiian Island is Best for You" (ruclips.net/video/RoAW9x_GzQM/видео.html) video, you will note that the correction was been made a long time ago. We would love to see your videos of Ni'ihau! Mahalo nui loa!
We have nothing but the greatest of respect for Ni'ihau. We appreciate your watching our video and giving us feedback. We have been made aware of our mispronunciation and now say it correctly. Aloha
@@tru3b0y I absolutely have and I continue to do so. I am just stating the facts. It’s like if someone says your name wrong you’re going to correct them right?
My dad is from Ni’ihau, I shared this with him and he misses it there since it’s been a while since he’s returned. Sad that they have tours there, BUT it’s a way for the owners to make an income and continue to preserve the culture on that island. I’m glad that it’s quick tours and not allowing tourists to visit my family since it’s like using them as just some spectacle.
The owners do not make a profit on this tour; it is strictly for upkeep on the helicopter so it is ready when the residents need it and only around six people per week visit there. You only visit the beaches, Kiekie and Nonopapa are not visited, only observed from a distance above. This tour is not a show up, pay your money, and go. You have to make arrangements in advance and be approved to go. The process takes a long time and there is no guarantee you will get to go. All visitors are screened. This is all well worth it if you value the untouched, quiet serenity of what Hawaii used to be. Thank you for your comments. Aloha!
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Aloha Sisters - can your dad still have full access into the island and invite me there? I will buy him a ticket to revisit and he can be my tour guide. Let me know. Serious.
Where does he live now?
I think it’s disrespectful to have tours there. I’d want to preserve that island without any sort of outside pollution
I was so BLESSED to have visited this BEAUTIFUL island of Ni'ihau (2013)! My Husband is a Niihauan. Born & raised! I have so much WONDERFUL MEMORIES!
Thanks for sharing! It is a beautiful island and we were also blessed to got the opportunity to visit.
He’s a native hawaiian no such thing as a niihauan
@@keone-kaneaokaheaku7706 Clarisse Kanahele keeps the aloha spirit alive. It was an honor to have her comment on our video. We have friends who have attended the Kamehameha schools and only in Ni'ihau do they still speak traditional Hawaiian, so maybe they call themselves Niihauan. Lets try to be supportive of each other and put aside the negativity and hate this world has today. Mahalo nui loa.
Clarisse Kanahele funny your last reminds me of my cousin's last name too
Is your husband named Lefty? If so, I met both of you in Hanapepe or Ele'ele and talked about creating a Hawaiian Branch in Kekaha. Was that you?
6 hr tour but no video of it, nor the landing?
I do not think they went at all. Snorkeling could've been anywhere.
It is completely real. There is video from the helicopter ride that we took with our GoPro and cell phone. Sorry we are not Hollywood producers.
I no suggest suggest going unless you invited to the island. Dont even try to sneak on there
You are absolutely right. Unless you are invited by the owners or their staff, do not even think of going there; however, once invited, they are very gracious and nice.
@Jeffrey Haines just don't. Trust me. You will not be looked well on by the locals there or by the locals in the entire state. This state is very cultural and I suggest you respect that culture. And that culture includes not going to Niihau. Unless of course you're invited
The entire island is privately owned by the Robinson family. It was purchased directly from King Kamehameha IV, so you are trespassing if you go without being invited.
@Noah Manuel - Great advice! Part of the Ni'ihau Helicopter's function is securing the border. The entire island is carefully watched and if someone goes without permission, they better hope the helicopter gets to them before the residents do. They are very protective of their fish and resources off the coast. Trust me, it is very dangerous to go there illegally.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 What happens if you go there illegally?
What island do you guys live on? Maui, Kauai, Big Island, or Oahu.
We spend a good part of the year on Big Island, between Hilo and Kona. We also frequently go up to Kauai.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 but which island do you guys live on?
@@travisfamilytravels7504 have you guys ever been to Molokai, Lanai, or even Maui before?
Australia!
I can see Niihau from my town. You’re forgetting to pronounce the H in niiHau
How lucky to be able to see Ni'ihau from your town. It is so pristine. We made an error in pronunciation for the video, using the silent "H", but now say it correctly. Thank you.
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Ever hear stories about the little people or giants that supposedly inhabit the Hawaiian islands?
thats right, the giant people live on Molokai!!
A few of my commandos and I got parachuted into that island during the night for a training mission. I love that island!
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@@D0nnyy but yet he’s severing you so you can have the freedom to say that lol🤙🏽
@@tristenreynawho is the US military fighting against in Hawaii
@@D0nnyy it’s called field training 🤙🏽
@@tristenreyna lol if you think modern day military is doing anything to preserve our freedoms, then I have a gold encrusted bridge to sell you
Ni'ihau (Knee-E-How) not Knee-E-Ow
Gotcha! Mahalo mui loa.
I was about to say the same thing. Very annoying that BOTH of them omit the H for some reason. Weird.
The comments here are out of this world. WE'RE the most isolated. NO, WE'RE THE MOST ISOLATED!! You mispronounced Ni'ihau!........so you disrespect us! BULL. Silly, petty, losers arguing about the minuscule, when in fact it makes no difference. It's not disrespect to mispronounce. It's unfamiliarity. Get over it and move along.
Thank you! We couldn't have said it better. We're travelers who are just trying to bring some beauty to the rest of the world. We do our best to get it right, but sometimes drop the ball and learn from our mistakes. We do not make any money off of this or get anything free. Thank you! Very much appreciated.
i've kayaked there many times from polihale. it's no big deal. really.
Wow, kayaking, that's impressive. Thanks for watching.
I just did a helicopter ride around Kauai. When I go back I'll be going to Ni'ihau. We could see it in the far distance on our ride. Kauai was absolutely gorgeous. I mean some breathtaking beauty there!!! Wouldn't have been much more to go to Ni'ihau!
We have done both and we found the Ni'ihau tour more interesting. First off, it takes most of the day; about six to seven hours. It has more adventure to it. You can swim and explore. Secondly, you see a lot of Kauai when you leave and return since it flies out of Waimea. An absolute must do. Mahalo nui loa.
we did Kauai as well, I didn't realize how many of those copters had crashed.... afterward someone said, are you crazy? do you know you could have died? I thought it was great and I'm a thrill seeker / AC Mechanic... our pilot was very skilled and I'm sure his autorotate skills were there!
@@mrr8682 lol I have been on a few helicopter rides but after going in Kauai less than 2 months later there was a crash. Then I found the website that shows all the crashes. Whoa! I'd still go again in a heartbeat!
This video shows absolutely nothing of the island. A glimpse mixed in with a lot of helicopter and Kauai stuff. As someone who lives in Hawaii and has been on that island, on their expensive helicopter tour (we bought all five seats as a single group), it's a drag you don't have more video of walking around. Walking west from the landing zone about an hour or so, epic beaches filled - first with garbage - then shells of all kinds, sizes, shapes, each clustered on their own beach.
We made an hour long video but were threatened relentlessly for posting it, so keep it private. The ground there, walking around, that is the magic.
I may try again putting some out. Just surreal, no people, seals everywhere we walked, and we spent our time, close to five hours in May 2010, walking as far as we could from the landing site/ picnic shelter area, just to see as much as we could. Pristine conditions in the water and beach in spots, wild pigs, all kinds of stuff. But this was just a super super limited view of Niihau. Really tiny.
This video captures sights not seen in other videos. We show the village of Puuwai and its residents. We also show Nonopapa, the wildlife (seals and elands). We have a lot more footage, but out of respect for their wishes we kept it minimal. We have taken our fair share of abuse and threats. As the old saying goes, it is easier to criticize than create. Mahalo nui loa.
I think we all wanted to see Keith Robinson;s CASTLE (His NEVERLAND) with it's glistening solar panels, Golden Heliport, gigantic pool with waterfalls and all the glamorous crap that probably doesn't exist or does it??? we don't know... I'm sure he doesn't want people seeing the shack he lives in....
Can you go to the beaches and take shells like in oahu or no and is it hard to find niihau shells?
Yes, the helicopter tour lands you right on the beach and you can collect all the shells you want. There are many beautiful shells and coral formations to be found on the beach. They gave us a beautiful 12” coral formation found there and we purchased some of the jewelry the natives made from Ni’Ihau shells.
Before you take anything from Hawai’i you need to ask permission and give something back. Us Kānaka strongly advise this. But do not take Lava Rocks Or Coral.
It’s best not to take anything. Plus it’s very bad luck.
@@OhanaFilms Thank you! Good to know. I didn’t know that before moving here to Oahu.
No place is safe from you people.
Why do pepole dislike the video its okay if you don't like the video just close the video and go to the next one thats all, show humanity be supportive.
Aloha and Thank you! Scott is Native American and we have the utmost respect for Hawaiians.
The owners of this island and all those who vote on the island...all voted for Donald Trump in the 2020 election. At least you tried, Robinson brothers...
@@Bongaboi151 YAY🥳 They are believers of God that’s why they voted for Trump who is a believer as well🤙
Here's the BIG secret to get to Niihau . Call this number in the U.S.A. (808) 335-3500. It's that simple.
Interesting video. Interesting comments, too. When I lived on Oahu many locals could not pronounce my name and would laugh. It got old. I would correct them (nicely), but still would get giggles. On the other hand, if I mispronounced a Hawaiian word I was called stupid and disrespectful. Gave me great insight into the local mindset and ethos.
We unfortunately mispronounced the island's name while taping the video, but have since corrected out pronunciation. It is difficult since there are so many ways that people say Ni'ihau. Thank you for watching and your comments. Aloha!
You nailed it. They love to call you disrespectful for anything they don't like. In a few words, they are unfriendly and arrogant. They say most haoles leave Hawaii within 8 months. That's correct. Why? Because they're treated like shit, harassed until they go. Oh, but they will take your tourist dollars. Oh, and the residents of Ni'ihau voted 100% for trump in 2020, so you can see who you're dealing with. It's right here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niihau
I wouldn't blame it all on the residents. We get comments from all over. We spend a lot of time there. Thank you.
@@relicofgold stay home then
@@relicofgold yep, nailed it. Think they're special and deserve special treatment while they can treat people however they want. Meanwhile they're completely dependent on the people they hate so much. A lot of the residents are on welfare which is from US tax payers. So what, they don't even have to look for work? And they supported Bush, McCain, and Trump almost exclusively. I have a feeling that comes straight from the Robinsons. Maybe everyone is afraid they'll get kicked off the island if they don't align politically.
The helicopter has to pay for itself so the island can use as a medical 🏥 transport to the hospital on the other island 😊
You are absolutely right. That is the purpose of the helicopter tour offered. It is expensive, but completely worth it as it goes to a great cause. It is not a tourist mill; it is a handful of carefully screened people that they take once a week.
turbines are expensive to maintain as well as instruments and other copter stuff..... aint nuthin free!!
this music is pretty intense..
Thank you. We try to match the music to each video.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 is that dead coral?
Yes.
@@travisfamilytravels7504..it’s loud and distracting
thanks
Thank you for stopping by. We're glad you liked it.
Is it really more secluded than Cook Island, Northern Mariana Islands, Bikini Atoll, Midway Atoll, Clipperton Island, etc?
No.
Hawaii is the most secluded place in the world, and Ni'ihau is the least accessible island in the chain. The nearest place to Hawaii is 2500 miles in any direction. Thank you for watching.
Travis Family Travels Please go look at where the Midway Atoll is on a map, and reconsider. Take into account how difficult it is to get to the places I listed. Ni’ihau may require special permission, but it is still in range of a helicopter. Some of the places are of limits to every one but gov officials and scientists.
If you do a Google search for "what is the most secluded place on earth" Google responds with:
"Tristan da Cunha"
"Easter Island"
"Pitcarn Island"
Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland
"Bouvet Island"
And so on. Ni'ihau isn't on any of the lists. Surprisingly, Midway isn't either.
"Hawaii is the furthest from any landmass in the world. Formerly known as the Sandwich Islands, the Hawaiian Islands span the distance of 1,523 miles (2,451 km) from the Big Island of Hawaii in the southeast to the Kure Atoll in the northwest." While this might not make each and every island remote, if anything were to happen to communication, and the islands were in trouble, they are the fathest island masses from any other land mass (including other small islands) in the world. Ni'ihau is mostly cut off from the other islands in the chain, and that makes it possibly the most remote location on the planet. It's not impossible to access, but it requires a lot of travel and permission.
(the only thing closer to Hawaii than another continent is the Johnston Atoll but even that is like 700 miles away and isn't exactly a full island.
You're not wrong either, as all of those islands are secluded and remote in different ways that require different level of difficulty to access, but this island could also be up for such consideration. I'm in no way trying to start a fight I just thought this was interesting and looked it up.
@@FanFickChick1992 When I think of seclusion, I think of the following aspects regarding a location on earth:
-Ease of access
-Distance to civilization, a modern city, larger population, etc.
-Frequency of human visitation
-Likelihood of seeing another human
I don’t want a fight you either, but to me Hawaiian islands are disqualified, having been more or less continuously occupied by people for the last 1500 years or so. The relatively short distance from Ni’ihau to Honolulu is also an issue for me to consider it the most secluded, not to mention that it does have about 130 to 170 residents.
Johnson Island (part of the Johnson Atoll) on the other hand, is officially completely abandoned. It is administered by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), is closed to public entry, and access to Johnson Island is only granted by letter of authorization by not only the USFWS, but also by the US Air Force. It is indeed a full island.
I think there are more secluded places in the middle of nowhere Antarctica than Ni’ihua, given the hostile environment, and ratio of land mass to inhabitants on the continent. That’s my opinion, and I’m sticking to it. I just hope I was able to better explain my reasoning.
Pitcairn is the most remote place
This has been said before. It is up for debate. If you listen carefully to the video and do the measurements yourself rather than relying on google, you will find that Hawaii comes out slightly ahead. Thank you.
Any island that can be reached by helicopter is not remote at all
Nee hee how..I’m sorry cannot say right
Aloha
Very beautiful landscape.
The island of Ni'ihau is actually quite stunning. Most people think it is just a barren desert, but there is quite a bit of lush greenery, along with the gorgeous beaches and ocean.
Take boat and go on the beach stay below the high water mark
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Keep it off limits
It is off limits unless you are invited. They do also have hunting safaris. Both the safaris and helicopter tours help keep the helicopter operating for the residents as maintaining helicopters are very expensive. Perhaps all you people that bash people supporting the island should start donating money to support them so they do not have to offer tours. I'm sure about $500,000 a year would help them out a little. Thank you for your interest.
Travis Family Travels you got upset at me for no reason, then stared complaining on my channel. You completely misinterpreted my comment. I'm well aware if the rules with Ni'ihau. I am also part Hawaiian and live, I assume, right beside you. I’m not talking about the tours. I’m talking about the fact that it is off limits to people since it is privately owned, and for the fact that they preserve a little bit off the old Hawai’i that a good portion of my ancestors come from. I’m thankful for that and I truly hope that since it is privately owned, they continue to be able to hold out and keep Ni'ihau off limits. I have no reason to go there and disturb the place. Tourism is on enough if the Hawaiian islands as it is. It is very hard for them to do, but so far they have done it. I respect that, and good for them.
@@MachineGunMike we definitely did misinterpret your comment and sincerely apologize. We also love the fact that Ni'ihau still maintains the old Hawaiian traditions and culture.
Who would want to go there? Not a thing to do except hunt for wild boar and snorkel, which you can do on other islands. The only reason to go there would be to experience isolation, a good thing, but they won't let you stay, so it's not an option.
@@relicofgold A lot of people want to go there.
Thank you for sharing this.
Thank you for watching. Ni'ihau is a beautiful island and should always be cherished.
Very interesting video. Seems like a very nice island. Do visitors to the island get to meet any of its native residents? Seems like such an interesting experience.
Thank you for watching. Ni'ihau is a very interesting island. It is almost like stepping back in time. You will fly over the village, but the area you land is very pristine and beautiful. Unfortunately, you do not meet the residents, but they travel back and forth to Kauai frequently, and are extremely friendly. In the video, and in the description, there is the website for Ni'ihau helicopters so you can also enjoy this experience. The phone number is on the building, you just need to add the 808 prefix.
no they no wanna see tourists
Please learn how to say it correctly
We apologize for the incorrect pronunciation. We have since learned of our mistake and use the correct pronunciation.
@Jadine Gracia Please learn how to be respectful
@@notthatguy4703 if you don’t know please is a respectful word. Next time you @ me make sure you know why you’re talking about
Don’t get mad bc u weren’t invited lmao
@@siaosituitavake2673 don’t get mad that you’re not from there. Mind you’re damn business
This video is a bit disappointing. I expected some more insights and not just the advertisement for the tours business. Nice try!
Sorry we did not meet your expectations. Please put a video out and let us critique it. Aloha!
Love this
The video does not do the island justice. Unfortunately, this was shot at the beginning of our Hawaiian archives. We're still continuing our travels around the islands.
Thanks for this video💚
Ni'ihau is truly an incredible place.
I knew you would sell the secret. I wish people would leave natives and their private sanctions alone. Once you tell one person, it becomes a virus and everyone with a jealous mind would need to go and destroy their legacy. 😥😥😥😥
Aloha. We're not sellouts at all. We are just showing people paradise. The Robinson family privately owns the island. If you have a problem, take it up with them. Their phone number is 808-335-3500. Their hanger is on Kauai. Mahalo nui loa.
personally i dont see anything wrong with visiting an island. and leaving it the way it was when you got there. the point is to preserve the island as it was as in not to build giant hotel for tourist. the only reason people want to see it is cause its "forbidden"
they limit tourism through this Helicopter crap!! it's not like anyones going to go squat in the locals houses like Florida and from what the author says, the locals will kill you with wooden arrows or sharp rocks like a tribe in the Brazillian rainforest so get a grip, it's okay!!
yes i want to go!!!!!!!!!!!
There is a local phone number for Ni'ihau Helicopters on the front of their building, which is shown in the video. Add an 808 area code to get in direct contact with them. It is the best way!
I gotta try that tour
We highly recommend it. A++++ We have taken a lot of tours in a lot of places; this tour is #1. The people and the tour are exceptional and you will see the most pristine beach you have ever seen. It is like going back in time 100 years. Make sure you ask for Dana as your pilot. He is the one who flew the helicopter in the Jurassic Park films. This tour is non-profit. All proceeds go to maintaining the helicopter for the residents of Ni'ihau.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 I guess for peoples privacy you don't get to fly over their houses and see how they live? kind of invasive but the way we live with all these modern things would be great for ourselves and children to see how life is with any modern conveniences..... actually spending time as a family like our ancestors used to, no electric garbage..
After visiting the more beautiful islands of Hawaii I see no reason to visit Niihau
Each Hawaiian island is its own special world. Ni'ihau has its own special beauty. It is like discovering a time capsule with its pristine beaches and wildlife.
The Sinclairs bought Ni'ihau from King Kamehameha V in 1864.
OK.
Jeeze word for word from other documentaries but thanks for the view 😃
Beautiful island
Probably the most remarkable thing about Ni'ihau is that nothing has really changed in over 150 years, so there's not much new info to put out. Aloha!
Mahalo nui!
Knee e how = Ni'ihau
Ae, he aha kela "nii how???" Puputa loa! Mahahoi no tela mau poe uala Kahiti!
Well are there any Living Dinosaurs 🦖 🦕 Giant Gorilla Apes 🦍 Or Hidden Treasures with Gold Diamonds 💎 On that particular Island 🏝 called Niihau (a.k.a Forbidden 🚫 island 🏝) in Hawaii?
No. Ni’ihau is safe. That would be the island of Kauai, and the NaPali Coast. It is the same helicopter used in Jurassic Park, King Kong, and Godzilla. Despite the movie showing it being destroyed, it is still there and flying. We are big fans of these movies.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 But are there any Living Dinosaurs 🦖🦕 Giant Gorillas 🦍 or Buried Treasures like Gold Diamonds 💎 & Rubys on that particular island 🏝 in Hawaii?
@@CubanPete1990 Ni'ihau offers peace, serenity, and quietude. You can hear yourself breathe on this island.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 Well are they any Living Dinosaurs 🦖 Giant Gorilla Apes 🦍 Or Hidden Treasures like Gold Diamonds 💎 Or Rubys on that Particular Island?🏝
@@CubanPete1990 Yes TRex and King Kong both call Ni'ihau home. They are kept in a huge enclosure hidden from the rest of the world.
y'all didn't walk around the island on foot, fake news
We did in fact walk on the island. You'll go around the island in a helicopter and land on the east side where you're free to walk around and swim in the ocean. My only regret is I wish that I had put in even more of our footage and done a better job showing the island. We are surprised at the number of views it has received. Also, out of respect, you're asked by the owners not to video some of the places and things. Thank you for the comment.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 so, like you said, you have to experience it yourself then all your questions will be answered.... like going to the moon and seeing if the Armstrong blowing flag is real or HOLLYWOOD...
I wonder how many dumb sail boaters made the error of thinking, we can check this island out and were met by? probably old hard hat himself asking them to leave?
The residents do not like sail boaters poaching from their waters. That's their refrigerator and food.
um... ok.
Thank you for watching.
I am afraid that I am going to sound like an iconoclast and worse, but according to the video, at least, Niihai is not especially beautiful. The history, of course, is certainly interesting and maybe some landscapes are beautiful, but the video is not showing us that
Please go there yourself and let us know when your video is ready. We would love to see it.
wish we would have known about this when we were in Kauai... now Kauai's gotten too expensive, really love the place but the commercialism is way beyond my American middle class earnings affordability...
Niiau? Where’s the H
Aloha. We'll do better next time.
Ni'i ow
Ni'i how
Knee ee owee 🤕👨⚕️
Thank you for watching. It is a beautiful island.
HA!!! Sinclaire wasn't a deal maker was he. I would have opted for Waikiki. For $260.00 per person with a five person limit I'll pass. They saw you two comin : )
The price is well worth the experience you get. It is a beautiful island with exquisite peace and quiet, and knowing the money goes to help out the residents, they are not making a profit. They are keeping the helicopter maintained. You can find a Waikiki all over the world.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 Where you were snorkeling, it looked a lot like Queen's Surf on Waikiki at Kapiolani Park. Also, 2 little pieces of coral. The pink one looks like it is starting coral bleaching. If we could meet folks we might spring for it. The gorgeous Niihau Shell leis are created there. I'd love to watch the process, though I can watch it
on Kaua'i or O'ahu or even on line. We've met some Niihau people as they can come and go. I love to hear the way they speak Hawaiian.
@@sandramorey2529 This was shot on the island of Ni’ihau. We do have more footage of the beach and shoreline but opted not to show it out of respect for the residents. We fully agree that the people of Ni’ihau are very special. You will not be able to interact with any of the residents during the tour. Everything you see is 100% our footage and authentic. The island has so much to offer beyond the residents. Aloha.
This is wrong ! You shouldn’t be anywhere near Ni’ihau !
I'm sorry you feel this way. We were invited by the Robinson family, the owners of the island, to visit Ni'ihau. It is a very special place in the world.
Why
The waaaambulance is on it's way ma'am
Ni’iyauuuuuuuuuu
@@e.a.c5120 maybe they needed their MAIL they haven't got in a month? so the Helicopter brings curious people and local mail..... like MASH 4077
Ni’iYau
Gotcha.
@@travisfamilytravels7504 in a way I’m glad there is Ni’ihau to preserve the Hawaiian Culture and make sure it’s still lives!!!!!
@@iancollier-sua7588 When the Sinclairs purchased the island from King Kamehameha IV, part of the deal was that they maintain the Hawaiian culture. Fortunately, the descendants have kept this promise.
Enjoyed what?? You didn't do anything.
Aloha thank you for watching.
You’d think they would learn how to at least pronounce it correctly
As this video is several years ago, we have learned to say it correctly and have done so in our other ones. ruclips.net/video/RoAW9x_GzQM/видео.html
That's not even how you pronounce the island and then so your saying something totally different it's (Knee-E-How) I'd that's an easier way for you
Aloha Ani+Chris, If you read the other comments, you will see that the pronunciation has been addressed many times, also if you refer to our "Which Hawaiian Island is Best for You" (ruclips.net/video/RoAW9x_GzQM/видео.html) video, you will note that the correction was been made a long time ago. We would love to see your videos of Ni'ihau! Mahalo nui loa!
coral is dead
No, it's Not
The way you pronounce Ni'ihau is wrong.
We have nothing but the greatest of respect for Ni'ihau. We appreciate your watching our video and giving us feedback. We have been made aware of our mispronunciation and now say it correctly. Aloha
Awesome 🤙🏻 Aloha.
How is it disrespectful if you cannot pronounce a word right.
I'm sure you have never pronounced a word wrong..??..
@@tru3b0y I absolutely have and I continue to do so. I am just stating the facts. It’s like if someone says your name wrong you’re going to correct them right?