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Former Royal Marine and expedition leader Bruce Parry tests the physical limits of living with ancient tribes in some of the world's most remote areas. He spends a month immersed in each society, embracing the methods and practices of his hosts. Parry takes part in rituals, hunts for and prepares his own food, and learns the basics of tribal language (although he is accompanied by a translator).

Nyangatom: Episode Image
Episode 1Nyangatom

Explorer Bruce Parry stays with the fearsome Nyangatom tribe. Contains disturbing scenes.

Hamar: Episode Image
Episode 2Hamar

Bruce Parry stays with a tribe whose men prove themselves by jumping over a line of cows. Contains disturbing scenes.

Dassanech: Episode Image
Episode 3Dassanech

Bruce Parry takes part in a terrifying crocodile hunt. Some upsetting scenes.

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