S01E01: Costa Rica | Ray Mears’ Extreme Survival

Duration: 28'58''

Synopsis

Ray Mears explores the jungles of Costa Rica, demonstrating how to survive threats such as heat exhaustion, dehydration and venomous wildlife.

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