Expedition

Kamchatka: Expedition Grizzly River

Join Steve Backshall on the Kamchatka peninsula as he takes on white water so extreme it has never been attempted. In the pristine wilderness, Steve and his team explore an area packed with more brown bears than almost anywhere else on the planet.

Kamchatka: Expedition Grizzly River

51m 59s

Join Steve Backshall on the Kamchatka peninsula as he takes on white water so extreme it has never been attempted. In the pristine wilderness, Steve and his team explore an area packed with more brown bears than almost anywhere else on the planet.

Previews + Extras

  • Kronotsky River First Descent: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Kronotsky River First Descent

    S2 E1 - 2m 14s

    Steve and his team of fellow kayakers demonstrate how to make a first descent down the rapids of the unexplored Kronotsky river and prepare for what to do if they encounter one of the reserve's famed brown bears.

  • Navigating the Kronotsky River with a Drone: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Navigating the Kronotsky River with a Drone

    S2 E1 - 2m 8s

    Steve and team use a drone to get a preview of the next round of rapids they will face down the river. Access to this modern technology allows them to determine that the best way forward is a somewhat unusual one.

  • Unexplored Bear Country: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Unexplored Bear Country

    S2 E1 - 3m 5s

    Steve and his team of fellow kayakers continue their first descent down the Kronotsky River into prime bear territory. They must secure all of their gear onto an inflatable raft to protect it from the wild rapids.

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