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Join Steve Backshall in uncharted territory to uncover the world’s last unknown places.
Head into the unknown with naturalist Steve Backshall as he journeys to the world’s last unexplored places and faces challenges around the globe, encountering extraordinary wildlife and meeting remarkable people along the way.
Head into the unknown with naturalist Steve Backshall as he journeys to the world’s last unexplored places and faces challenges around the globe, encountering extraordinary wildlife and meeting remarkable people along the way.
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About the Show
There are still parts of our planet yet to be explored. In this global series, adventurer and naturalist Steve Backshall ventures into uncharted territory in pursuit of new discoveries and world firsts. He takes on extreme physical challenges, encounters extraordinary wildlife and meets remarkable people.
From free diving in underground river systems and descending deep into the caves of the Maya underworld, to kayaking Himalayan whitewater and scaling unclimbed Arctic peaks, these expeditions will push everyone to the limit. Thanks to a life of adventure, Steve has built up a not-so-little black book of experts. With them, we journey into the unknown to shine a light on places that have been dark for millions of years.
Episode 1 | Oman - Desert Canyon
Follow Steve Backshall into an Arabian desert canyon that no human has ever explored.
Episode 2 | Greenland - Frozen Frontier
Join Steve Backshall on his mission to explore the Arctic during its most volatile time of year.
Episode 3 | Suriname - Lost World
Travel to the Guiana Shield, where Steve Backshall searches for new wildlife and natural wonders.
Episode 4 | Mexico - Flooded Caves
Dive into a network of unexplored underwater caves in Mexico with Steve Backshall.
Episode 5 | Borneo - Dark Shadow
Follow Steve Backshall into a Bornean cave system that’s accessed by dropping down a sinkhole.
Episode 6 | Bhutan - White Water
Join Steve Backshall on his quest to kayak the last unrun river in Bhutan.
Episode 7 | Mexico - Maya Underworld
Return to Mexico with Steve Backshall as he discovers Mayan secrets within subterranean caves.
Episode 8 | Greenland - Ice Mountain
Climb alongside Steve Backshall as he attempts to summit an unclimbed mountain in Greenland.
Episode 9 | Suriname - Ghost River
Ride along as Steve Backshall kayaks a Surinamese river that’s so remote, it doesn’t have a name.
Episode 10 | Oman - Desert Fortress
Visit Oman’s Dhofar Mountains, where Steve Backshall encounters one of Earth’s rarest animals.
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