The contestants travel by ship to the tropical island of Samoa. They discuss their backgrounds, what sets them apart, and their strategies for the competition. A race takes place to collect supplies before they begin the game.
The 12 everyday Australians and 12 champions begin their 50 day quest to become the sole survivor by out-thinking and outlasting their opponents.
After losing the Immunity Challenge, one tribe will consider the ultimate betrayal to eliminate one of the game's most powerful players.
Each of the castaways has their minds focused on food, while one member from each camp is confronted with a painful moral dilemma. This could result in dramatic ramifications for the competitors and their own game.
The contestants start to panic at the camps, but an unexpected setback at the challenge manages to turn the game on its head.