He spent 16 years alone on one of world’s most remote islands: With two cats, chickens, a radio and basic supplies, this New Zealand sailor built a life in complete solitude

Tom Neale spent an incredible 16 years living alone on Suwarrow Atoll, growing his own food and repairing shelters with resources available on the island. After he left the atoll due to health problems, Suwarrow was declared a national park, helping protect its rich wildlife and fragile marine environment from development. Neale's former home remains as a reminder of his extraordinary life of solitude.