When Was Simon Reeve Tropic Of Cancer Filmed

So, you're wondering when Simon Reeve filmed his adventurous journey along the Tropic of Cancer, huh? Well, grab a cuppa, get comfy, and let me spin you a yarn. It's a tale of sweat, sunburn, and more than a few 'I can't believe I'm doing this' moments.

When Did It All Kick Off?

Alright, let's rewind to the year 2018. Simon, our intrepid explorer, had already conquered the Equator and the Tropic of Capricorn, so the Tropic of Cancer was the final piece of his tropical puzzle. The filming started in April that year, and it was a wild ride from the get-go.

Now, you might be thinking, "April? Isn't that a bit late for a tropical adventure?" Well, yes, dear reader, it is. But Simon wasn't just chasing sunburns; he was after the perfect storm of weather and wildlife. Plus, he wanted to avoid the sweltering heat that would've made his journey a sweaty, miserable slog. So, April it was.

From Mexico to Egypt: A Whirlwind Tour

The journey started in Mexico, where Simon dived with sharks (because why not?), explored ancient Mayan ruins, and even found time to chat with a rather enthusiastic local about... well, let's just say it involved a lot of hand gestures and not much clothing. You'll have to watch the show for that one.

From there, it was a whirlwind tour of the tropics. He trekked through the dense jungles of Belize, danced with locals in the Dominican Republic (yes, there's footage. No, he's not as graceful as he thinks he is.), and even found time to squeeze in a quick camel ride in Egypt.

Surprises Along the Way

Now, I've got to tell you about the time Simon found himself in a rather... sticky situation. He was in the Congo, trying to film a segment about the illegal wildlife trade. Suddenly, he found himself face-to-face with a rather grumpy silverback gorilla. Simon, ever the quick thinker, decided the best course of action was to... well, I'll let you watch the show for that one. Let's just say it involved a lot of apologetic hand-waving and a very hasty retreat.

BBC Two - Tropic of Cancer with Simon Reeve, Egypt to Oman

But it wasn't all near-death experiences and close encounters. Simon also managed to squeeze in some time to marvel at the Northern Lights in Norway, watch the sun set over the Sahara, and even find time for a spot of stargazing in the Atacama Desert. All in a day's work, right?

When Did It All Wrap Up?

After eight months of trekking, diving, climbing, and generally putting his body through the wringer, Simon finally reached his destination: Egypt. The filming wrapped up in December 2018, just in time for Simon to collapse into a well-deserved Christmas pudding coma.

So there you have it, folks. The Tropic of Cancer journey was a wild, sweaty, sunburnt adventure that spanned eight months and covered over 40,000 miles. And if you're wondering how Simon managed to stay so cheerful throughout it all, well, that's a secret he takes to the grave. Or perhaps it's just the sheer joy of finding a cold beer at the end of a long day's filming. Who knows?

Now, if you'll excuse me, all this reminiscing has made me parched. I think it's time for another cuppa. Until next time, folks!