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“A quiet and modest life brings more joy than a pursuit of success bound with constant unrest.” ― Albert Einstein Jordan is a man living in near-total isolation on the remote, volcanic Pagan Island in the Northern Mariana Islands, often referred to as the "jungle boy" or one of the most isolated people on Earth. He has lived alone on the island for nearly a decade (as of late 2025/early 2026), surviving by fishing, foraging, and using techniques passed down from his ancestors. [PHOTO SOURCE: https://share.google/BX6UdR7UiK193ed20 ..... https://en.clickpetroleoegas.com.br/In-search-of-the-most-isolated-man-in-the-world--an-expedition-of-several-days-to-an-active-volcano-where-only-one-inhabitant-lives-without-internet--without-money--and-without-regular-contact-with-civilization.-flpc96/] |
I would like to introduce Jordan, a man who lives in isolation in Pagan Island a volcanic island in the Marianas archipelago in the northwest Pacific Ocean, under the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. I will give an introduction about him, before I play the video on a documentary of him, before giving my thoughts.
Jordan is a man living in near-total isolation on the remote, volcanic Pagan Island in the Northern Mariana Islands, often referred to as the "jungle boy" or one of the most isolated people on Earth. He has lived alone on the island for nearly a decade (as of late 2025/early 2026), surviving by fishing, foraging, and using techniques passed down from his ancestors.
Key Aspects of Jordan and Pagan Island:
· Life on Pagan: After a massive volcanic eruption in 1981 forced all residents to evacuate, the island became largely abandoned. Jordan lives there, navigating the active volcanoes and reclaimed landscape.
· Survival Methods: He lives without modern conveniences like internet, money, or a phone, relying on wild food sources, feral animals, and collected rainwater.
· Background: Jordan is connected to the indigenous Chamorro heritage and has spent years in isolation, including time on another island before moving to Pagan.
· The Island's State: The island features two active stratovolcanoes (Mount Pagan) and has been described as a "ghost island" covered in lava fields and ash.
· Visits: Occasionally, he is visited by expeditions, such as those documented by Yes Theory, which brought attention to his solitary lifestyle.
Pagan Island is considered a dangerous, yet beautiful, and largely untouched location in the Pacific.
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10w In the remote corner of
the Mariana Islands sits Pagan — a volcanic island abandoned after massive
eruptions emptied it almost overnight. But one man never left… 😧 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRsEFaOjfh0/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link |
In search of the world's most isolated man: a days-long expedition to an active volcano where only one inhabitant lives without internet, without money, and without regular contact with civilization.
Written by Fabio Lucas Carvalho
Published 14/01/2026 às 01:37
After days of navigating without a regular route, experiencing breakdowns at sea, and crossings between abandoned islands, adventurers document the routine of a man who has lived for years in isolation on Pagan, an active volcano in the Northern Mariana Islands, a United States territory, without infrastructure, public services, or continuous contact with modern society.
Members of the Yes Theory channel traveled for several days to Pagan Island in the Northern Mariana Islands, a United States territory, to document the life of Jordan, who has lived in isolation for years on an active volcano, revealing logistical challenges, natural hazards, and the persistence of traditional ways of life.
An American island with no flights, no port, and no permanent residents.
Pagan is located at the northernmost tip of the Northern Mariana Islands archipelago, in a region without any regular connections by plane, helicopter, or commercial vessel. Access depends exclusively on fishing boats and favorable weather conditions, making arrival uncertain and often impossible.
The Yes Theory team took more than two days to reach an intermediate island, where they were stranded after their vessel ran out of fuel in the open sea. Only after the arrival of another ship, which sailed for about 22 hours carrying supplies, was it possible to resume the journey.
The difficulty of access helps explain why Pagan remains virtually abandoned. After major volcanic eruptions, especially in 1981, the population was evacuated and never returned permanently, leaving behind houses, churches, public structures, and animals.
Since then, the island has only been occupied temporarily by government officials or researchers. At certain times, it becomes completely empty, reinforcing its status as one of the most isolated inhabited points under United States jurisdiction.
Jordan, the resident who remained after the evacuation.
At the time the adventurers arrived, only two people were in Pagan. One of them was Joe, an employee connected to the local administration, who had been there since March for basic maintenance of the remaining structures. The other was Jordan, known as "jungle boy".
Jordan has lived continuously on Pagan for about five years. Before that, he spent approximately seven years isolated on another island in the region. He states that he chose to remain away from modern society because he considers life there simpler and free from external pressures.
Without a bank account, cell phone, or internet access, Jordan survives by fishing, hunting, gathering food, and raising animals that have become feral after decades without human management.
Occasional exchanges with visitors are used to obtain basic supplies.
According to him, the decision to live there is linked to the cultural heritage of the Chamorro people, an indigenous group that has inhabited the Mariana Islands for thousands of years. Jordan claims to have learned survival techniques from his grandfather and elders since childhood.
A territory shaped by eruptions, ash, and recent lava.
Pagan is an active volcano. The team recorded extensive fields of solidified lava and areas covered in ash from the last eruption, which occurred in 2021. According to Jordan, the volcanic material fertilized the soil and accelerated vegetation growth.
The island features contrasting landscapes. Within a few kilometers, it's possible to traverse beaches, open fields, areas of hardened lava, dense forests, and regions reminiscent of temperate rainforests, something unusual for tropical Pacific islands.
Jordan reported that, at certain times, it is possible to feel tremors in the ground and hear sounds coming from inside the volcano. He says he is always prepared for a possible evacuation, although he prefers to remain in the area.
The team walked barefoot along trails used by Jordan, passing formations created by ancient eruptions. In several places, the rugged terrain highlights how volcanic activity continues to be a central factor in the island's dynamics.
Feral animals and constant risks off the beaten tourist track.
After the 1981 evacuation, residents left behind oxen, cows, and pigs. Without human control, these animals reproduced and became feral. Today, they roam freely around the island and represent one of the main risks to visitors.
During the hikes, the team encountered large cattle and wild boars on narrow trails. Jordan explained that these animals may attack if they feel threatened, and it is common for them to need to climb trees to avoid confrontations.
Besides the animals, the lack of basic infrastructure increases the risks. There are no hospitals, paved roads, or regular communication with other islands. Any medical emergency depends on lengthy rescues that are highly dependent on the weather.
Even so, Jordan travels barefoot across the island, including areas of sharp lava and dense forest. He claims to have learned from childhood to interpret the terrain and recognize signs of danger in the natural environment.
Traces of World War II scattered throughout the vegetation.
Another central element of the expedition was the presence of World War II structures. Pagan integrated the Japanese defensive system into Pacific and was the site of military occupation before the American reconquest.
The team found bunkers, tunnels, cannons, downed planes, and the ruins of prisons used during the conflict. According to Jordan, Chamorro indigenous people were forced to work in these structures during the Japanese occupation.
These vestiges remain scattered across the island, many of them partially swallowed by vegetation or covered by volcanic ash. There is no signage, protection, or formal conservation of these historical sites.
The presence of these war remnants reinforces the unique character of Pagan, where layers of military history, indigenous culture, and natural forces coexist without constant institutional mediation.
Physical isolation, but no declared loneliness.
During their time together, Jordan stated that he did not feel alone. He says he maintains constant company with animals and the landscape itself, and believes that his ancestors remain spiritually present in the surrounding nature.
This account contrasts with data cited by the adventurers during the expedition. According to them, in the United States, one in three people claims to feel lonely at least once a week, a number that exceeds 50 million individuals.
In 2023, according to information mentioned in the video, the Surgeon General of the United States classified loneliness as a public health problem, comparing its impact to smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
The experience in Pagan led the team to question the relationship between physical isolation and emotional well-being, highlighting that the constant presence of people does not necessarily prevent feelings of disconnection.
Subsistence based on bartering, fishing, and ancestral knowledge.
Jordan's personal finances don't involve a fixed salary. He claims to obtain resources primarily through raising cattle, which are eventually traded for supplies when boats pass through the region.
In one of the transactions mentioned, Jordan received approximately $100 for an animal, an amount he claimed to have kept for about two years before passing it on to relatives on another island.
Their daily diet consists of fish, coconuts, wild fruits, and meat from animals caught on the island. Jordan also collects plants used as spices and natural remedies, learned from the elders.
According to him, this subsistence model eliminates the need for constant cash and reduces worries associated with bills, deadlines, and consumption, which are common in urban centers.
The return journey and final crossing under a tropical storm.
After spending several days in Pagan, the team began their return journey, facing new difficulties. The trip, initially estimated at about eight hours, ended up taking approximately 18 hours due to the formation of a tropical storm.
The vessel faced rough seas and adverse conditions before reaching its final destination around four o'clock in the morning. The episode reinforced the unpredictability of travel in the region.
For the members of Yes Theory, the experience in Pagan represented one of the most complex projects ever undertaken by the channel, both from a logistical and human perspective.
The journey was documented as part of a series dedicated to exploring little-known stories from around the world, prioritizing places and people outside the traditional media and tourism circuits.
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Pagan Island, the largest and one of the most volcanically active of the Northern Mariana Islands. |
An abandoned island that exposes the limits of modernity.
Pagan's story highlights the existence of territories officially belonging to modern powers, but which remain on the margins of infrastructure, services, and a continuous state presence.
Jordan's continued presence in the area serves as a link between the indigenous past, military history, and a present marked by institutional neglect and the force of nature.
By documenting this reality, Yes Theory presented a rare portrait of how traditions, isolation, and individual choices continue to shape lives in the 21st century.
The expedition raises questions about what is lost when we distance ourselves from nature and traditional knowledge, and about how modern societies deal with territories considered peripheral.
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MY THOUGHTS:
Jordan, the Jungle Boy of Pagan Island, is a modern-day Robinson Crusoe, he appears to love the life he is living in. He reminds me of Titus Morris, who lives off-grid and is self-sufficient. Both love the nature and live a simple life.
While it is obvious that active volcanoes are dangerous, they have one advantage, very fertile soil. Volcanic soil is exceptionally fertile because eruptions deposit ash and lava rich in minerals like potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium, which act as natural fertilizer. These deposits break down over time, creating porous, well-drained soil that allows roots to grow easily. This process rejuvenates agricultural land.
I wish Jordan the best in his life in surviving the Island. I am grateful that he takes care of the environment.
19 The Lord by wisdom
founded the earth;
by understanding he established the heavens;
20 by his knowledge the deeps broke open,
and the clouds drop down the dew.
- Proverbs 3:19-20 (ESV)
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I have a motto: it's never too late to give up. It's never too late to give up what you are doing, and start doing what you realise you love. - Hans Rosling Titus Morris and his home [PHOTO SOURCE: https://nypost.com/2023/08/08/off-grid-farmer-who-lives-without-electricity-water-looking-for-love/] BLOG: https://blackforestproject421.blogspot.com/2024/02/simple-living-quotes-part-1-meet-titus.html |
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