New Zealand: Earth's Mythical Islands

S01E02 Wild Extremes

New Zealand's South Island, positioned close to Antarctica and in the grip of the fierce 'roaring forties', is home to some of the planet's fastest-growing mountains, the Southern Alps. This rugged landscape is filled with extraordinary wildlife, from incredibly smart parrots to eerie, toothy snails, and enchanting glow-worm constellations. It's a tale of the wildest corners of New Zealand and its most determined pioneers, who all must adopt innovative strategies to thrive in such a challenging environment.