SAILED TO THE REMOTEST ISLAND ON EARTH
31 October 2025 · 23 min · 200K views · St Helena
Sailing past St. Helena’s dramatic cliffs under gray sky
What this video covers
Barry Perrins, sailing the vessel White Shadow, completes a circumnavigation by crossing from the Eastern to the Western Hemisphere before arriving at the remote South Atlantic island of St Helena.4:01 After 17 days at sea, he anchors in 18 to 20 meters of water in the island's exposed anchorage, which requires using a local water taxi service to reach the shore due to significant swell and dangerous conditions for dinghies.8:12 The island’s geography features steep, barren cliffs and deep valleys, with Jamestown serving as the primary port of entry.11:08 Perrins documents the island's history, including its role as a base for the East India Company and the place of exile for Napoleon Bonaparte.22:03 He also conducts genealogical research at the local church to trace his ancestor, Matthew Bassett, who arrived on the ship Charles II in 1684.6:47 The anchorage experiences rapid weather shifts, with heavy swells occasionally forcing the suspension of ferry services.15:46
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