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Episode Clips

Ghost River

Jungle expert Michel Boeijen and Surinamese guide Ile Opodi join Steve on his journey.

The Team Faces an Obstacle

Everyone joins together to help navigate two boats packed with kit through rough waters.

The Wildlife of Suriname

During their time on the river, Steve and Aldo spot capuchin monkeys and capybaras.

A New Discovery

The team celebrates when they come across an immense waterfall on the river.

The Jungle at Night

Hidden in the tangled web of forest, there are over 7,500 species of plants and animals.

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