While Africa is famous for its "Big 5" predators, Joe and Andrea found themselves hunting what they jokingly called "Africa's Little 5"—minnows, chameleons, grubs, snails, and birds—just to stay afloat. The environment was brutal:
: They rowed through hippo-infested waters, eventually having to abandon the raft to wade through a game trail. [S5E3] The Darkest Hour
The duo's journey culminated in a high-stakes extraction involving a handmade reed raft. While Africa is famous for its "Big 5"
: They reached the rescue boat after 21 grueling days. Final Results [S5E3] The Darkest Hour