The Story of Kon Tiki | Real Footage

In 1947, Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl set out to prove a theory that challenged everything we thought we knew about ancient civilizations. Using nothing but a simple balsa wood raft, named Kon-Tiki, and the courage of a small crew, he sailed 8,000 kilometers across the vast and dangerous Pacific Ocean.

How did they survive storms, sharks, and the unknown? And what groundbreaking secrets about ancient history did they uncover during their 101-day journey?

Join us as we dive into the incredible story of Kon-Tiki: a tale of bravery, discovery, and one man’s mission to prove that ancient people were far more connected—and capable—than we ever imagined.

💡 Discover the mystery of glowing ocean lights and the surprising link between South America and Polynesia.
🌊 Witness how Thor Heyerdahl turned an impossible dream into a journey that changed history.

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[paulhedman]

Ancient people were just as intelligent as modern people, most likely more so in many ways. They had to be much more in touch with the natural world just to survive. While lacking in the incredible amount of information we have at our fingertips today, they had vast knowledge of things we don't. Lessons are passed on through the generations by oral and physical traditions while constantly being expanded upon. It's the nature of mankind.

[keoneRivas]

Ancient civilization was alot smarter than given credit. Certainly better equipped to handle arduous journeys on land or seas.

[blackbird]

They used Bone Nails as suggested by a local who said they still did that because bone swells in place whereas metal nails rust and shrivel.