Islands

2011•45m

Documentary

Fiji, Cuba, Cyprus, the Galapagos, Iceland and Zanzibar. This great world treasure is under threat. Although it is one of the world’s most extraordinary island locations, its ecological diversity battles against a rising human population.

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Status

Ended

First Aired

May 17, 2011

Last Aired

June 21, 2011

Networks

National Geographic Channel

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

Cuba

Air date: 2011-05-17

Cyprus

Air date: 2011-05-24

Fiji

Air date: 2011-05-31

Galapagos

Air date: 2011-06-07

Iceland

Air date: 2011-06-14

Zanzibar

Air date: 2011-06-21

Cast

Sean Pertwee

Narrator (voice)

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