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Wildlife explorer Nigel Marven takes to the seas to find fascinating creatures in well-known, including India
MUMBAI: Explorer, wildlife enthusiast and presenter Nigel Marven is back, this time for an exhilarating trip around the globe. Nigel takes to the high seas in his new adventure series NIGEL MARVEN’S CRUISE SHIP ADVENTURE as he explores another side to typical cruise ship holidays.
Premiering Monday, June 13 at 9 pm on Animal Planet, NIGEL MARVEN’S CRUISE SHIP ADVENTURE reveals for the first time another dimension to cruise ship voyages – the extraordinary creatures that live in ports of call. Nigel voyages on board a luxury cruise liner, jumping off at each port to meet the locals and takes passengers and crew to search for astonishing animals living in holiday destinations. From plunging into Costa Rican jungles, diving beneath Caribbean waves to scrambling up Scandinavian cliffs and over Mediterranean mountains – but there’s limited time in port and the ship can’t wait, so his mission is to seek out special animals, racing against the clock.
The series is full of fun and exciting trips as Nigel’s enthusiasm for wildlife becomes infectious. In his voyage from Buenos Aires to Antarctica Nigel watches humpback whales feeding right beside the ship, plays pied piper with baby penguins, ushering the chicks to a concert on the beach.
On another cruise Nigel proves that the Caribbean isn’t just about sun, sand and rum. He goes head-to-head with sperm whales and finds rare iguanas on Necker Island – Richard Branson’s personal, extremely exclusive resort. Throughout the series he explores the Med, Central America, Scandinavia andIndia.
Sharing his passion for nature with other passengers, the ship’s entertainers, and even the captains, Nigel takes them on wild adventures. In Miami he takes Captain Carl to learn how to wrestle an alligator. In just a short stop in Sri Lanka, the passengers are amazed by Asian elephants and awestruck by a blue whale! In Goa, an opera tenor sings to a python, and in the Maldives Nigel takes passengers to dive with manta rays. For a final adventure, in Chennai, Nigel takes Captain Jose on a hunt for a classic creature of India the deadly cobra!
Nigel Marven said: “Anyone who’s been on a cruise will be astounded by the peculiar creatures we turn up in short visits to ports of call. The best bit was sharing my passion for wildlife – taking cruise ship Captains, entertainers and passengers on adventures with everything from puffins to pipefish, whales to woodpeckers and caecilians to sloths!”
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National Geographic launches ‘Postcards from Hong Kong’ with Ridhi Dogra
New series explores the city’s hidden gems and vibrant contrasts, premiering 28 March.
MUMBAI: Ridhi Dogra just sent a postcard from Hong Kong that’s worth framing because when a bustling metropolis reveals its quiet trails and timeless traditions, even the skyline takes a back seat. National Geographic has unveiled Postcards from Hong Kong, a refreshing travel series hosted and curated by actor Ridhi Dogra. Produced by National Geographic Creative Works in collaboration with the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the show offers an intimate, Indian traveller’s perspective on one of Asia’s most iconic cities, moving beyond its glittering harbour and skyscrapers to uncover serene beaches, scenic hiking trails and deep cultural traditions.
Across three visually rich episodes, Ridhi journeys through contrasting sides of Hong Kong. The first episode takes her on a quieter path of self-discovery to places like Sai Kung, Big Wave Bay, Dragon’s Back, Tai O, Ngong Ping, Po Lin Monastery and the Tian Tan Buddha. The second episode dives into the city’s energetic side, from the bustling streets of Causeway Bay to Happy Valley Racecourse, Michelin-starred spots and luxury shopping at Landmark.
Ridhi Dogra said, “Being part of Postcards from Hong Kong with Nat Geo was a deeply enriching experience. What I love about this journey is that it goes beyond the obvious; it’s not just about the skyline or the speed of the city but about the stories that live in its quieter corners.”
A National Geographic India spokesperson added, “With Postcards from Hong Kong, we set out to go beyond the familiar and explore the city through a more intimate, human lens.”
Hong Kong Tourism Board director of South Asia Puneet Kumar noted, “Postcards from Hong Kong is a reflection of meaningful storytelling that brings the city to life in an immersive way. It beautifully captures the diversity and spirit that define Hong Kong.”
Blending travel, culture and personal storytelling, the series celebrates Hong Kong as a city of contrasts where modern life meets tradition and every corner holds a story waiting to be discovered. It premieres on 28 March at 8 pm on the National Geographic Channel and will also stream on JioHotstar.
In a world of hurried travel reels, Postcards from Hong Kong slows things down just enough to let viewers truly see the city not just its lights, but its layers, proving that the best souvenirs are the stories you bring home.
