Must-See for Survival Beginners! 5 Things to Bring to a Deserted Island

What is a deserted island survival experience, in the first place?

The experiences we will focus on are beginner-friendly uninhabited island survival trips that can be easily experienced in short periods, such as one night and two days or two nights and three days.

Please consider stays of over a week or intense experiences of a month or more as outside the scope.

If you want to make the survival experience easier to imagine, you might think of camping in a place without infrastructure like electricity and running water.

While some islands have regulations, the main activities are generally procuring food and cooking it over a fire that you've started yourself.

For all you beginner island survivalists, you must be wondering how to have the best deserted island life, right?

This article provides a detailed explanation of the secrets to successfully living on a deserted island, shared by a professional who has personally experienced survival on a deserted island dozens of times.

If you're interested, please take a look.

What should I bring if I want to try surviving on a deserted island?

For those who want to try surviving on a deserted island, perhaps the biggest concern is "What should I bring?" Especially for beginners, accurately identifying and preparing the necessary items is crucial. This article, based on advice from experienced deserted island survivalists, introduces essential items for beginners.

Five Must-Have Items for Desert Island Survival, According to an Expert

This time, we asked someone with experience about what to bring for such a deserted island survival experience.

If you want to experience survival on a deserted island but don't know what to bring, be sure to check out this article for guidance!

(Of course, I imagine there will be differing opinions depending on the desired level of survival experience and skill, so please consider this merely a reference.)

Here's a recommended article for those who want to know the number of uninhabited islands in Japan!

○ Knife

A versatile knife that can be used for anything, from chopping firewood and cutting grass to gutting fish. Some experienced users recommend a machete over a knife, but a knife is more suitable for beginners to handle. However, if you plan to fly, you cannot carry it in the cabin, so please check in advance.

Matches / Metal matches

Starting a fire is one of the highlights of surviving on a deserted island! ... However, it can be quite difficult for beginners.

While "kirimomi-shiki" (friction fire starting) is an interesting method to try once, it's too difficult for daily use at every meal. Therefore, we recommend bringing matches or a ferrocerium rod. Some ferrocerium rods are waterproof, so you can use them with peace of mind even on rainy days.

○ Fishing rod with a single color

Fishing rods are essential for procuring food. Bait is made from crabs and insects found on the beach.

Many people probably dream of hunting for food with a spear, thanks to the memorable harpoon fishing scenes in the comedy duo Yoiko's Hamaguchi's famous "Tottodo!!" cry.

However, since the sea can be rough and there are places where spearfishing is prohibited in the first place, we recommend bringing a fishing rod.

Hot pot

A pot is necessary not only for grilling the fish you catch but also for boiling and steaming it. You might find a pot as driftwood, but you can't rely on that. Bringing one pot per pair will broaden your culinary options and make meals more enjoyable. Furthermore, even if you can't catch fish, it will be useful for simmering seaweed and wild plants.

Water

It is difficult to secure water on a deserted island, so it is important to bring a sufficient amount. While there are methods like searching for water sources, collecting morning dew, or boiling rainwater for use, these are challenging for beginners. Especially on deserted islands with little shade, there is a risk of heatstroke, so frequent hydration is necessary. Be sure to secure the amount you need.

Would you like to actually experience survival on a deserted island?

A deserted island survival experience is a valuable opportunity to savor the extraordinary. To ensure even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind, try it out after thoroughly preparing the necessary items.

There's a saying that "driftwood is treasure," but prior preparation is essential to ensure your safety. Experience the thrill of discovering something new and the sense of accomplishment through a survival experience on a deserted island.

To ensure a successful survival experience, planned preparation and appropriate equipment are essential. Furthermore, living in a natural environment provides a valuable opportunity to challenge one's own limits.

TRAPOL is currently offering a plan where beginners can experience deserted island survival. Within a 48-hour time limit, you must build an escape raft and reach a inhabited island 2km away. What would you do?

Through a survival experience on a deserted island, you can truly appreciate the beauty and harshness of nature, and feel your own personal growth. Please give it a try at least once!

They will be held in May, July, and September of 2025, so if you're interested, please check out the details.

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