Episode 1

Lev and his guide Boston trek from Rwanda's rainforest, through remote, lawless regions of Tanzania, into Uganda. They dodge crocodiles and hippos, go to a wedding and get a hero's welcome in Kampala.

Episode 2

Lev and Boston reach South Sudan. They spend time with the Mundari tribe - a highlight of their epic journey - and encounter the effects of the young nation's civil war.

Episode 3

Levison tackles the Sahara desert with friendly Sudanese guide Moez, charismatic nomads Awad and Ahmad and three badly behaved camels, experiencing spectacular sights that few outsiders have ever seen.

Episode 4

Lev faces his last 900 miles, through Egypt, where he treks through areas that are a stronghold for the Muslim Brotherhood opposition group, and enjoys the hospitality of farmers and villagers.