Living off the sea with nothing but nature’s offerings, 62-year-old Aliah — the “last caveman on Earth” — has sparked a new wave of fascination online with his rugged, tide-driven lifestyle.
Some travelers chase city lights. Others seek peace in beaches or mountains. But a rare few crave the wild unknown — raw nature, untold stories, and cultures untouched by time.
Travel vlogger Colin is one of them.
On a recent journey off the beaten path, he encountered something truly extraordinary: a man who calls himself the “last caveman on Earth.”
Yes, you read that right.
Living entirely off the sea, guided by the tides and sustained by nature alone, 62-year-old Aliah has captivated millions online with his primal, peaceful way of life. Colin’s video, now viral on Instagram, offers a glimpse into this unforgettable meeting — a moment where two very different worlds collide.
The clip introduces us to 62-year-old Aliah, a man who calls the rocky shores of Socotra, Yemen his home. With nothing but what the sea and land provide, he survives entirely off nature — no electricity, no modern tools.
To the surprise of many viewers, Aliah speaks broken English, picked up from years of encounters with curious travelers like Colin. Dressed in a simple loincloth and adorned with oversized seashells, he welcomes Colin into his world — raw, elemental, and strangely serene.
In a quiet moment, Aliah reveals he fathered 15 children, though nine have passed away. And yet, with a calm smile, he calls it “the way of nature.” His resilience, peace, and acceptance offer a rare glimpse into a life stripped of excess — and rich in perspective.
According to Colin, Aliah sleeps in a cave, fishes with his bare hands, and walks barefoot over jagged rocks as if they were sand.
His life flows with the tides — not hours or schedules. There’s no phone, no electricity — only the rhythm of wind, water, and instinct.
His home is surrounded by animal bones, and the air carries a salt-laced breeze. Every aspect of his life is rooted in ancient hunter-gatherer rituals — from hunting wild animals to rinsing his catch in the sea.
And yet, amid the harshness, there’s a sense of play.
Aliah smiles as he talks about “playing with the sea life around” — a reminder that even in the rawest form of existence, there’s still room for joy.
The internet was instantly captivated.
“How does he speak English so well?” one user asked, amazed.
“This is the kindest and coolest human I’ve ever met,” wrote another.
“He’s richer than most millionaires,” someone observed.
The comments kept pouring in:
“No phones, just pure passion and living in the moment.”
“I’m sure he’s happier than most of us.”
“No tax, no bills, no anxiety, no overthinking.”
Within days, the video had crossed 1.7 million views, and the momentum hasn’t slowed. In a world rushing forward, Aliah’s quiet, timeless way of life struck a deep chord — reminding us all of the beauty in simplicity.
