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Great Parks of Africa

Scattered throughout the wild lands of Africa are a number of protected havens that shelter some of the continent's most iconic wildlife. Explore these majestic natural sanctuaries dedicated to the preservation of the continent's rich yet vulnerable wildlife heritage.
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  1. S1 E1 - Addo Elephant National Park
    January 21, 2016
    46min
    TV-G
    The vast plains of Addo Elephant National Park stretch more than 600 square miles into South Africa's interior. Embark on a thrilling journey through this unique wilderness sanctuary and meet its most endangered resident: the African elephant.
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  2. S1 E2 - Table Mountain National Park
    March 20, 2016
    46min
    TV-G
    Nicknamed "Cape of Storms," Table Mountain National Park teems with life despite its unforgiving weather conditions. Dive into the contrasts of this harsh world and learn about the life it harbors, including the fynbos--plant life that demands brush fire in order to spread its seeds and rejuvenate.
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  3. S1 E3 - iSimangaliso: The Miracle
    February 4, 2016
    46min
    TV-G
    The name iSimangaliso means 'Miracle' in Zulu--and the sheer number of species sustained by this diverse haven live up to this name. Explore this rare sanctuary, home to some of the world's most striking and iconic creatures, including the black rhino and the giant leatherback turtle.
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  4. S1 E4 - Karoo National Park
    February 11, 2016
    46min
    TV-G
    From mountain zebras to shy and secretive caracals, Karoo National Park showcases a diversity of creatures who have adapted to demanding environmental conditions. Scale the varying altitudes of this nature reserve's vast landscape.
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  5. S1 E5 - Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
    February 18, 2016
    46min
    TV-G
    The riverbeds that carve their way through the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park offer a tantalizing promise of life, as well as a fierce test of survival. Explore the hidden lifelines that create a fragile link for the creatures that inhabit this unwelcoming wilderness.
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  6. S1 E6 - Chobe: Land of Learning
    April 21, 2016
    46min
    TV-G
    Chobe is Botswana's first national park, as well as the name of the mighty river that runs through it. Explore how its iconic species, like elephants, baboons, and lions, pass on their secrets of survival to the youngest members of their families.
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Producers
Ellen Windemuth
Studio
Smithsonian Earth
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