1 00:00:12,700 --> 00:00:15,300 Many tales have been told of Africa. 2 00:00:18,340 --> 00:00:19,780 And this is our story. 3 00:00:21,900 --> 00:00:24,220 A drama set in the heart of our world. 4 00:00:26,060 --> 00:00:28,540 Experienced as we live and breathe it. 5 00:00:33,740 --> 00:00:36,540 It was a year that would change all our lives forever. 6 00:00:39,300 --> 00:00:41,180 We raised our young against the odds. 7 00:00:43,780 --> 00:00:45,500 We fought for what mattered most. 8 00:00:49,980 --> 00:00:52,100 And battled to find our place in the world. 9 00:00:54,780 --> 00:00:57,900 This is the next chapter in our story... 10 00:00:57,900 --> 00:01:00,860 ..of a place they call Serengeti. 11 00:01:32,580 --> 00:01:34,020 Change is in the air. 12 00:01:35,980 --> 00:01:38,060 All of us wait for the great migration. 13 00:01:41,260 --> 00:01:45,100 With so much hunger, it can't come a moment too soon. 14 00:01:50,740 --> 00:01:54,380 To reach us, the herds must risk their lives crossing the river. 15 00:02:01,740 --> 00:02:03,540 Before the masses arrive, 16 00:02:03,540 --> 00:02:06,740 the baboons have come in search of a seasonal delicacy. 17 00:02:09,580 --> 00:02:11,620 Bakari has a family at last. 18 00:02:13,820 --> 00:02:18,020 The orphan he's tried to raise as his own has been adopted by Cheka. 19 00:02:21,740 --> 00:02:25,380 Both share the parenting, and Bakari keeps them safe. 20 00:02:28,060 --> 00:02:31,300 But the troop leader still keeps Bakari in his place. 21 00:02:44,900 --> 00:02:48,060 Fighting back would only provoke him more, 22 00:02:48,060 --> 00:02:50,660 and today, there are far greater dangers. 23 00:03:04,180 --> 00:03:06,860 The leader is taking everyone on a risky mission. 24 00:03:11,180 --> 00:03:14,260 They're here to steal the eggs of a crocodile. 25 00:03:29,700 --> 00:03:32,780 SHE HISSES 26 00:03:34,100 --> 00:03:35,980 She guards her buried treasure... 27 00:03:42,820 --> 00:03:45,100 ..and hunts down thieves who dare come near. 28 00:04:09,820 --> 00:04:12,220 Bakari is cautious. 29 00:04:12,220 --> 00:04:13,820 Does Cheka realise the danger? 30 00:04:27,180 --> 00:04:29,180 Their leader doesn't care. 31 00:04:29,180 --> 00:04:32,260 He's impulsive and reckless, 32 00:04:32,260 --> 00:04:34,100 and the nest is on the other side. 33 00:05:13,300 --> 00:05:17,260 He may have got away with it, but Bakari won't be crossing. 34 00:05:18,500 --> 00:05:19,900 There must be a safer route. 35 00:05:23,500 --> 00:05:26,260 Where Bakari leads, Cheka follows. 36 00:05:30,740 --> 00:05:33,060 And now, so do the troop. 37 00:05:39,420 --> 00:05:40,700 Bakari has a plan. 38 00:05:44,620 --> 00:05:46,780 Use the tree as a bridge. 39 00:06:11,860 --> 00:06:13,460 No problem for a youngster. 40 00:06:21,220 --> 00:06:22,900 And no problem for Bakar. 41 00:06:25,380 --> 00:06:27,020 Now, it's Cheka's turn... 42 00:06:30,260 --> 00:06:31,780 ..but she's jumping with a baby. 43 00:06:34,060 --> 00:06:35,620 Bakari reassures her. 44 00:07:55,180 --> 00:08:00,460 To nearly lose someone so precious makes you value them even more. 45 00:08:16,340 --> 00:08:18,460 Here, fortunes can change in a heartbeat... 46 00:08:20,740 --> 00:08:22,940 ..but the seasons bring their own certainty. 47 00:08:26,780 --> 00:08:29,220 Rain carries the promise of better times. 48 00:08:34,060 --> 00:08:35,540 Just what Kali is waiting for. 49 00:08:47,820 --> 00:08:50,060 She's made peace with Sefu - 50 00:08:50,060 --> 00:08:52,860 a male who once exiled her from the great pride. 51 00:08:56,900 --> 00:09:01,020 Along with her sister, they have the beginnings of a new pride. 52 00:09:04,340 --> 00:09:05,980 The lean times will soon be over. 53 00:09:13,700 --> 00:09:17,380 The rains will bring the great migration, and food for all. 54 00:09:25,220 --> 00:09:27,460 The elephants are already in their element. 55 00:10:00,780 --> 00:10:04,420 The deluge will produce lush new growth, and the herds will follow. 56 00:10:17,300 --> 00:10:20,900 On distant plains, this timeless journey has begun. 57 00:10:29,980 --> 00:10:33,780 Drawn by the scent of rain and the promise of fresh pasture. 58 00:10:57,100 --> 00:11:00,300 But one family of zebra has reason to pause. 59 00:11:01,980 --> 00:11:03,180 Shani is their leader... 60 00:11:07,620 --> 00:11:10,100 ..and one bold stallion protects them all. 61 00:11:22,940 --> 00:11:26,620 Today, Shani has given birth to the stallion's foal. 62 00:11:44,980 --> 00:11:47,100 Shani has little time to enjoy the moment. 63 00:11:52,620 --> 00:11:54,620 A gruelling trek lies ahead. 64 00:12:19,660 --> 00:12:20,860 He finds his feet. 65 00:12:25,540 --> 00:12:27,380 Now, he must find his stamina. 66 00:12:44,940 --> 00:12:46,900 When the herds arrive, 67 00:12:46,900 --> 00:12:49,660 Kali won't have to scrape a living any more. 68 00:12:53,220 --> 00:12:55,620 And with Sefu to care for their cubs, 69 00:12:55,620 --> 00:12:57,580 she and her sister will be free to hunt. 70 00:13:08,020 --> 00:13:10,220 They head to the river in anticipation... 71 00:13:15,340 --> 00:13:17,180 ..leaving Sefu to babysit. 72 00:13:37,100 --> 00:13:39,020 But with their mothers away, 73 00:13:39,020 --> 00:13:41,500 the cubs can't resist the chance to explore. 74 00:14:20,780 --> 00:14:22,620 For now, the river is calm. 75 00:14:32,820 --> 00:14:35,580 Or it was, until Kali arrived. 76 00:14:55,180 --> 00:14:58,500 The migration will arrive on the opposite bank. 77 00:14:58,500 --> 00:14:59,900 Could there be early arrivals? 78 00:15:08,900 --> 00:15:10,060 A brave move. 79 00:15:13,620 --> 00:15:16,380 Hippos resent having their peace disturbed. 80 00:15:27,260 --> 00:15:29,460 HIPPO GRUNTS 81 00:15:47,780 --> 00:15:49,260 She won't cross here again. 82 00:15:57,060 --> 00:15:58,740 Now to search for clues. 83 00:16:01,500 --> 00:16:03,820 A smell, fresh dung, 84 00:16:03,820 --> 00:16:06,300 any hint that the first wildebeest have arrived. 85 00:16:16,300 --> 00:16:19,980 As they approach the nest, Bakari is still leading. 86 00:16:21,740 --> 00:16:24,060 But the crocodile is still guarding her eggs. 87 00:16:43,140 --> 00:16:44,620 It won't be easy. 88 00:16:51,420 --> 00:16:53,260 And it's just got riskier. 89 00:17:00,900 --> 00:17:03,620 The gully would make a prime spot for an ambush. 90 00:17:08,700 --> 00:17:11,260 Kali isn't the only one waiting for the herds. 91 00:17:28,740 --> 00:17:31,060 But a twist of fate brings opportunities. 92 00:17:45,900 --> 00:17:48,220 Bakari and Cheka won't waste this moment. 93 00:18:09,380 --> 00:18:10,740 They must eat quickly.... 94 00:18:13,540 --> 00:18:15,620 ..and not just because of the crocodile. 95 00:18:18,340 --> 00:18:20,180 The leader finally arrives. 96 00:18:23,780 --> 00:18:25,900 MONKEYS SQUEAL 97 00:18:33,660 --> 00:18:35,980 As usual, he won't be sharing. 98 00:18:46,220 --> 00:18:47,980 Bakari has to let it go. 99 00:18:52,460 --> 00:18:54,340 But greed brings retribution. 100 00:19:13,140 --> 00:19:15,780 Baboons are expected to watch each other's backs. 101 00:19:31,660 --> 00:19:33,420 Not one of them warned him. 102 00:19:48,820 --> 00:19:51,580 When the leader can no longer trust his troop, 103 00:19:51,580 --> 00:19:53,060 there's trouble ahead. 104 00:20:05,740 --> 00:20:09,220 The promise of the migration draws new families to our land. 105 00:20:12,460 --> 00:20:13,500 The wild dogs. 106 00:20:17,060 --> 00:20:18,900 Jasari is their leader. 107 00:20:20,220 --> 00:20:22,460 He brought them here for the promised feast. 108 00:20:26,100 --> 00:20:27,820 And the pups were born to share it. 109 00:20:44,060 --> 00:20:47,020 Only Jasari and his lifelong partner have young. 110 00:20:54,180 --> 00:20:56,860 Yet the rest of the group are devoted to raising them... 111 00:21:07,180 --> 00:21:08,540 ..and defending them. 112 00:21:11,580 --> 00:21:14,060 Jasari hears a disturbing sound. 113 00:21:14,060 --> 00:21:20,020 GROWLING SNORES 114 00:21:21,500 --> 00:21:23,540 Sefu is sleeping on the job. 115 00:21:31,980 --> 00:21:35,260 To the dogs, he's too close for comfort. 116 00:21:42,300 --> 00:21:44,060 Both will kill each other's young. 117 00:21:47,380 --> 00:21:49,140 But first, they have to catch them... 118 00:21:58,620 --> 00:22:00,540 ..and not get killed trying. 119 00:22:28,540 --> 00:22:31,660 For the dogs, fighting the sisters is too risky. 120 00:22:34,780 --> 00:22:36,660 But where are their cubs? 121 00:22:50,140 --> 00:22:51,820 The mud tells its own story. 122 00:23:04,580 --> 00:23:06,540 Now to deal with their baby-sitter. 123 00:23:19,780 --> 00:23:23,180 Perhaps next time, he'll take his duties more seriously. 124 00:23:33,060 --> 00:23:34,900 Best for now to make himself scarce. 125 00:23:47,580 --> 00:23:50,300 At last, some peace and quiet. 126 00:23:52,060 --> 00:23:53,100 BUZZING 127 00:23:56,940 --> 00:23:58,220 Or maybe not. 128 00:23:59,740 --> 00:24:01,980 BEES BUZZ 129 00:24:01,980 --> 00:24:04,100 SEFU GROWLS 130 00:24:41,740 --> 00:24:43,540 It's just not Sefu's day. 131 00:24:49,820 --> 00:24:53,300 For all, change is on the horizon, 132 00:24:53,300 --> 00:24:54,940 and it gets closer every day. 133 00:25:21,220 --> 00:25:24,020 Shani's foal has risen to the challenge of the journey. 134 00:25:43,260 --> 00:25:45,500 But jeopardy comes when you least expect it. 135 00:25:52,100 --> 00:25:53,620 The family are forced to stop. 136 00:25:58,940 --> 00:26:02,260 Shani's stallion is being challenged by another. 137 00:26:08,180 --> 00:26:11,340 The victor will take control of her and her family. 138 00:26:17,820 --> 00:26:20,860 As leader, Shani is the ultimate prize. 139 00:26:24,500 --> 00:26:25,940 She won't be taken easily. 140 00:26:29,540 --> 00:26:31,780 Her stallion will defend her to the death. 141 00:26:43,700 --> 00:26:46,340 A takeover could tear Shani's family apart. 142 00:27:09,020 --> 00:27:10,100 Her stallion wins. 143 00:27:14,460 --> 00:27:17,380 Order is restored, for now. 144 00:27:20,580 --> 00:27:22,380 Far greater perils lie ahead. 145 00:27:29,540 --> 00:27:31,300 The wild dogs are marking time. 146 00:27:32,300 --> 00:27:33,340 Waiting. 147 00:27:40,420 --> 00:27:43,740 Until the herds arrive, they must get by any way they can. 148 00:27:57,900 --> 00:27:59,460 Even if that means stealing. 149 00:28:05,460 --> 00:28:06,940 A leopard hunts by stealth. 150 00:28:09,660 --> 00:28:11,700 Jasari must not let him out of his sight. 151 00:30:04,700 --> 00:30:05,740 Perfect. 152 00:30:21,940 --> 00:30:23,220 Now, the tricky bit. 153 00:30:33,900 --> 00:30:35,580 The leopard may be powerful... 154 00:30:43,740 --> 00:30:46,220 ..but the wild dogs' power lies in their numbers. 155 00:31:17,700 --> 00:31:20,260 Even a leopard wouldn't dare take on the pack. 156 00:31:39,620 --> 00:31:43,580 There's no shame in this defeat, 157 00:31:43,580 --> 00:31:46,340 and for Jasari, there's no shame in stealing. 158 00:31:51,620 --> 00:31:55,460 Until the migration arrives, it's every predator for themselves. 159 00:32:01,700 --> 00:32:05,820 The tranquillity of the river still offers no hint of what's to come. 160 00:32:09,820 --> 00:32:12,580 The lions remain hungry, but hopeful. 161 00:32:19,780 --> 00:32:23,140 It's not just Sefu who has a talent for passing the time. 162 00:32:29,300 --> 00:32:32,260 Everyone's conserving their energy for the feast to come. 163 00:32:35,180 --> 00:32:38,260 Except the cubs, who have energy to spare. 164 00:32:47,900 --> 00:32:49,260 As do the mongoose. 165 00:33:07,740 --> 00:33:11,100 Disturbing sleeping lions is never a good idea... 166 00:33:13,220 --> 00:33:14,580 ..especially hungry ones. 167 00:34:02,940 --> 00:34:05,700 If spotted, the secret is to freeze. 168 00:34:19,940 --> 00:34:22,140 The slightest movement will give him away. 169 00:35:12,180 --> 00:35:14,420 But not every mongoose is so lucky. 170 00:35:18,380 --> 00:35:20,660 The leopard will not go hungry after all. 171 00:35:36,900 --> 00:35:38,940 But Kali has a family to feed. 172 00:36:17,420 --> 00:36:19,340 Tackling a leopard is one thing. 173 00:36:22,060 --> 00:36:23,580 Getting down is another. 174 00:36:57,380 --> 00:37:01,620 After all that, it seems mongoose aren't to her taste. 175 00:37:04,820 --> 00:37:06,660 Perhaps the cubs will enjoy it more. 176 00:37:12,020 --> 00:37:14,820 But Kali won't have to fight for scraps for much longer. 177 00:37:16,580 --> 00:37:18,100 She can sense it on the breeze. 178 00:37:24,580 --> 00:37:26,500 Finally, they're here. 179 00:37:48,700 --> 00:37:50,580 It's been a long journey, 180 00:37:50,580 --> 00:37:53,340 but Shani has safely led her family to the river. 181 00:37:57,180 --> 00:37:59,660 Now, the most dangerous part - 182 00:37:59,660 --> 00:38:01,300 crossing it. 183 00:38:15,980 --> 00:38:18,060 The family needs to quench their thirst. 184 00:38:39,340 --> 00:38:42,260 But danger lurks, even in the shallows. 185 00:39:28,900 --> 00:39:31,300 She'll be watching and waiting. 186 00:39:34,340 --> 00:39:36,900 Shani will have to time their crossing perfectly. 187 00:39:57,420 --> 00:39:59,860 The baboons avoid the chaos. 188 00:39:59,860 --> 00:40:01,820 It's far too risky for the youngsters. 189 00:40:06,780 --> 00:40:09,420 But even here, there are hazards. 190 00:40:14,660 --> 00:40:16,660 Cheka keeps the baby out of trouble. 191 00:40:22,060 --> 00:40:26,220 Caring for him has brought Bakari and Cheka closer. 192 00:40:32,580 --> 00:40:33,780 The baby feels secure. 193 00:40:49,780 --> 00:40:52,340 And he hero-worships Bakari. 194 00:40:57,780 --> 00:40:59,500 But to the leader, he's an upstart. 195 00:41:02,620 --> 00:41:05,660 The troop's growing respect for Bakari must be challenged. 196 00:41:08,780 --> 00:41:10,660 He calls on some trusted allies. 197 00:41:14,540 --> 00:41:16,780 Bakari must be taught a lesson. 198 00:41:19,620 --> 00:41:23,140 To protect the baby, he must first get hold of him. 199 00:41:33,780 --> 00:41:37,740 Attacking a baboon with a baby is a line even the leader won't cross. 200 00:41:40,460 --> 00:41:42,220 But the rivalry runs too deep. 201 00:42:11,260 --> 00:42:13,780 Bakari can't fight and protect the infant. 202 00:42:16,740 --> 00:42:18,260 He must let him go. 203 00:42:27,220 --> 00:42:29,140 Now, the fight can really begin. 204 00:42:41,500 --> 00:42:44,620 Bakari finds safety, 205 00:42:44,620 --> 00:42:46,820 but the baby's position is more precarious. 206 00:42:49,660 --> 00:42:51,500 He's oblivious to what lurks below. 207 00:43:37,660 --> 00:43:40,700 Taunting the crocodile is their new favourite pastime. 208 00:43:45,620 --> 00:43:47,780 But Bakari is shaken. 209 00:43:47,780 --> 00:43:50,700 His feud with the leader is putting the baby's life in danger. 210 00:43:52,660 --> 00:43:54,020 It can't go on. 211 00:44:01,540 --> 00:44:02,820 Further up the river, 212 00:44:02,820 --> 00:44:05,980 as more herds arrive, the pressure builds to breaking point. 213 00:44:19,580 --> 00:44:21,580 But Shani is still cautious. 214 00:44:21,580 --> 00:44:24,780 Her foal's life depends on picking the perfect moment to cross. 215 00:44:40,940 --> 00:44:42,740 No-one wants to be the first. 216 00:44:45,780 --> 00:44:49,540 Swollen by the rains, the river is now a raging torrent. 217 00:44:51,780 --> 00:44:53,660 But they can't hold back much longer. 218 00:45:02,820 --> 00:45:04,420 Something has to give. 219 00:45:12,540 --> 00:45:14,900 Shani bides her time. 220 00:45:14,900 --> 00:45:16,740 Let others test the waters. 221 00:45:28,420 --> 00:45:30,380 She must choose her moment carefully. 222 00:45:37,780 --> 00:45:39,180 The crocodile is out there... 223 00:45:40,740 --> 00:45:42,180 ..somewhere. 224 00:46:07,460 --> 00:46:10,660 She's waited a whole year for this moment. 225 00:46:28,860 --> 00:46:30,460 Finally, her reward. 226 00:46:41,540 --> 00:46:43,140 But the danger is far from over. 227 00:46:47,500 --> 00:46:48,820 Kali is ready for them. 228 00:47:21,460 --> 00:47:22,780 Wildebeest fight back. 229 00:47:30,180 --> 00:47:32,420 A mass stampede can be fatal. 230 00:47:35,620 --> 00:47:36,820 She's trapped... 231 00:47:43,180 --> 00:47:44,540 ..but only for a moment. 232 00:47:54,500 --> 00:47:57,220 With Kali hunting on the other side, 233 00:47:57,220 --> 00:47:59,180 Shani won't risk crossing today. 234 00:48:07,900 --> 00:48:12,340 As the crocodile returns to her nest, a surprise awaits her. 235 00:48:17,140 --> 00:48:19,340 Her remaining eggs are hatching. 236 00:48:57,380 --> 00:49:00,180 The jaws that deal in death 237 00:49:00,180 --> 00:49:01,780 now show tenderness. 238 00:50:15,420 --> 00:50:19,060 This quiet backwater becomes her nursery. 239 00:50:46,100 --> 00:50:47,780 The killer becomes carer. 240 00:51:09,020 --> 00:51:12,060 Parenthood brings its own rewards, 241 00:51:12,060 --> 00:51:13,420 but they're hard-earned. 242 00:51:18,860 --> 00:51:20,860 Jasari was wise to den here. 243 00:51:23,660 --> 00:51:26,260 His pups won't go hungry, 244 00:51:26,260 --> 00:51:28,180 but he'll have to work hard. 245 00:51:49,660 --> 00:51:53,140 Where Jasari leads, his loyal pack follows. 246 00:53:38,340 --> 00:53:40,700 Feeding the pups is now all that matters. 247 00:54:04,060 --> 00:54:06,220 They should enjoy it while they can, 248 00:54:06,220 --> 00:54:09,220 because with success will come rivalry. 249 00:54:16,860 --> 00:54:19,780 For all of us, competition is a way of life. 250 00:54:21,500 --> 00:54:23,500 Survival, our driving force. 251 00:54:28,580 --> 00:54:30,820 The migration is now unstoppable. 252 00:54:43,540 --> 00:54:46,140 Shani must resist the urge to join them 253 00:54:46,140 --> 00:54:47,540 for the sake of her foal. 254 00:55:03,900 --> 00:55:05,380 Their enemies are ready. 255 00:56:08,940 --> 00:56:10,460 For every danger overcome... 256 00:56:12,100 --> 00:56:13,420 ..another awaits. 257 00:56:20,780 --> 00:56:22,300 Kali keeps her focus. 258 00:56:24,340 --> 00:56:25,820 She won't miss this time. 259 00:56:36,060 --> 00:56:40,500 For those who've suffered hunger for so long, relief is finally here. 260 00:56:42,940 --> 00:56:45,860 But Shani still faces an impossible decision. 261 00:56:55,380 --> 00:56:57,900 How could her foal survive such ferocity? 262 00:57:03,020 --> 00:57:05,900 Somehow, they must find the courage. 263 00:57:11,900 --> 00:57:14,860 As the great migration continues, 264 00:57:14,860 --> 00:57:17,540 our story will move from the river to the plains. 265 00:57:19,500 --> 00:57:21,460 Old foes return, bringing terror. 266 00:57:23,540 --> 00:57:25,340 Rivalries reach breaking point. 267 00:57:27,060 --> 00:57:28,940 Families are broken apart... 268 00:57:30,740 --> 00:57:33,740 ..while others are reunited, 269 00:57:33,740 --> 00:57:35,980 and all eyes will be on the water hole.