Episode 1. What’s often called “The Forgotten Paradise", Az from BacktoBasics has come to live on remote Kwakea Island, to film and document a “Final Frontier” series for their YouTube channel. Enjoy!

Visit yourself https://kwakeaisland.com/

Episode 2 of BacktoBasics “Final Frontier” series based out of Kwakea Island. In this episode we set out on a mission to hunt the badest fish in the ocean, the Dogtooth Tuna & also help out with some turtle conservation efforts. Enjoy!

Visit yourself https://kwakeaisland.com/

Episode 3 of BacktoBasics “Final Frontier” series based out of Kwakea Island. In this episode Az tries his hand a catching one of Kwakea’s wild pigs bare handed as an offering gesture to a neighbouring island in order to get their blessing to visit their spectacular paradise. Enjoy!

Episode 4 of BacktoBasics “Final Frontier” series based out of Kwakea Island. In this episode we head out to one of our secret fishing spots and load up with tuna! We then trade some tuna for Vanuatu’s famous Kava root to enjoy that evening.

Episode 5 of BacktoBasics “Final Frontier” series based out of Kwakea Island. Hope you enjoy!

Episode 6 of BacktoBasics “Final Frontier” series based out of Kwakea Island. In this episode Az spends the last 48 hours on the island hunting & foraging for local foods around the island that we cook up on the beach. Enjoy!

The BacktoBasics Episodes below are from their first visit to Kwakea Island in 2018!

Back2Basics – Episode 1

Vanuatu, in the heart of the remote, rugged and beautiful South Pacific Islands. Part 1, we arrive and waste no time into fitting as much as we can into the day from collecting wild fowl eggs, fending off sharks from Dogtooth Tuna to drinking Kava with the locals.

Back2Basics – Episode 2

“Being “welcomed” onto a remote island in Northern Vanuatu. A greeting party like nothing we have ever seen- this is about as wild as it gets. It’s these moments in life that really change your perception on how to see the world- raw, exhilarating, humbling”

Back2Basics – Episode 3

Strap yaself in for this episode as we head out bluewater spearfishing and a fair bit of wild stuff goes down… shark frenzies, big fish and hunting with shotguns back on the mainland.

Homesteading in Vanuatu (Remote Off-Grid Island Tour)

Az gets a tour from Brett, the owner of Kwakea Island, who shows him how they're being self sufficient on the this 100 hectare tropical island.

 
 
 
Our trip to Kwakea Island was truly one of a kind, we were in awe of the surroundings as soon as we flew over the island and it only got better from there. Brett is an exceptional host catering for all our needs and desires, including making our engagement extra special. Thank you so much!
— Dan & Jodie, Brisbane, Australia
Bretto, mate you’ve gone above and beyond to make this truly an amazing experience! Life is about timing and the stars aligned for us to share this unique slice of paradise with likeminded people and be part of something very special.
— Strick, Australia

Brett, thank you so much for hosting us for such an unforgettable week. I knew the facilities on the island were going to be basic given how remote it is, but it totally exceeded my expectations! Incredibly comfortable accommodation and THE BEST fresh and tasty food. Can’t wait to get back to your slice of paradise soon
— Emma Burdett – Perth, Western Australia
Absolutely amazing, we could not ask for a better holiday. A small boat ride over to Kwakea Island made it feel extra special. Picturesque to the point where you will pinch yourself when you arrive and every day. Brett went out if his way to organise and arrange activies for our visit to be perfect for our family (kids 8,7).
— Sarah M, Australia

Loved it so much! A really great blend of adventures, relaxation, cultural education, and fresh local foods. Brett & his team really went out of their way to make our private island experience incredibly memorable. Would go back in a heartbeat
— Kaye, Melbourne Australia
Hey mate, just wanted to say massive thanks - you exceeded all the family’s expectations. It’s like a paradise you only ever see in the movies, and the relationship you have with the locals is pretty special. The kids are still talking about it.
— Jimmy, Melbourne Australia

Episode1 - Brodie Moss from Youngbloods came and stayed with us in 2022 to film a 4 part series for his Youtube Channel here on Kwakea Island. Enjoy!

Episode 2 - we head out spearfishing before hiking an active volcano to cook up our catch

Episode 3 - Brodie learns from the locals

Episode 4 - Brodie goes hunting with the locals on Kwakea