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Xtreme Endurance: Race to the Pole

The Jungle Ultra (Season 1, Episode 2)
TV Episode | Adventure
Richard takes on a leg sapping 230km self supported ultra marathon from the Andes to the heart of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest. The Jungle Ultra is one of the toughest footraces on the planet and in terms of ultra marathons, pros have ...See moreRichard takes on a leg sapping 230km self supported ultra marathon from the Andes to the heart of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest. The Jungle Ultra is one of the toughest footraces on the planet and in terms of ultra marathons, pros have called it even more savage than the Marathon de Sables. After the Carstensz Pyramid leg of Richard's 737 Challenge, he vowed never to step back into a Jungle again! Two years later and as another component of his Antarctica Speed record preparation he broke that vow. With the aim to of making himself as uncomfortable as possible, Richard took on his first ever ultra marathon. Viewers will see Richard take on over 5 marathons in 5 days, racing from the height of 10,500ft in the Andes to the dense Amazon Rainforest in temperatures of up to 40°C and humidity levels of 100%. He faces 70 river crossings, racing through brutal terrain and unpredictable weather conditions - all in snake, spider and Jaguar territory! The Jungle Ultra is a wild, unpredictable and savagely wonderful ride; tune in to join Richard on it. See less
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Cinematographer
Rob Taylor
Editor
Henry Adkin (editing)
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Status
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Updated Jan 16, 2015
Release date
Jan 16, 2015 (United Kingdom)

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