One of the most majestic, unspoiled and rarely filmed areas in Africa presents an exploration of how wildlife including cheetahs, hyenas and elephants survive the cycles of drought and rainfall.
EPISODE 1
The Fickle River
Anastasia leads her elephant herd north in search of a river; cheetah Kuleta escapes from a pack of hyenas; wild dog Phoenix has a new baby.
EPISODE 2
Blood and Dust
Discover the clever way elephants dig wells, and see the relief that comes with a sudden river-filling downpour. Mourn cheetah Kuleta’s loss after lions kill one of her cubs, and get a front-row seat when wild dog Phoenix faces off with a hyena mob.
EPISODE 3
Praying for Rain
Trail Anastasia as her herd splits to protect two precious elephant calves, while Kuleta retakes territory for her remaining cheetah cubs. Join wild dog Phoenix’s search for a new mate as the skies open up and rain begins to heal the parched land.
EPISODE 4
The Inside Story
Look behind the scenes and meet the innovative teams working to preserve and protect Kenya’s wildlife. Check out Save the Elephants’ radio-tracking-collar system, a drone that monitors wild dog packs, and a local team of Maasai cheetah trackers.
Adjoa Andoh
Justin Purefoy
Faith Musembi
Jackie Savery
Alison Barrat
Nigel Pope
Poppy Dixon
