Individuals who survived being castaways

Throughout history, many people have become castaways, facing incredible challenges to survive. We're talking extreme conditions such as violent storms, shipwrecks, and isolation on deserted islands. These stories have captivated the world, often making headlines and inspiring books, documentaries, and films like 'Cast Away' (2000) and 'Life of Pi' (2012).The individuals in this gallery survived unfortunate events that left them stranded in remote locations. In order to survive, they had to adapt to their harsh new environments, enduring loneliness and hardship.Click through to meet some of the world's best-known castaways.