Ocean explorer, adventurer and filmmaker Patrick Dykstra sets out on a mission in search of the most elusive ocean giants on the planet. He uses innovative technology and new science to uncover extraordinary secrets of the ocean.
S01 E01: Whale vs. Squid: Patrick travels to the volcanic island of Dominica in the Caribbean. Whilst there he captures an epic hunt between a sperm whale and a diamondback squid.*
S01 E02: Panama’s Boiling Sea: Patrick heads to Panama, where his desire to witness the spotted dolphin and yellowfin tuna working together lands him in dangerous territory.
S01 E03: Humpbacks After Dark: The remote island of Gorgona in Colombia is Patrick’s next stop. During a two-night dive, he captures how humpback whales communicate through song.
S01 E04: From Russia With Bowheads: Patrick travels to Russia to find a bowhead whale. After a near death experience with this species years ago, he is determined to examine their behaviour.
S01 E05: Whale Sharks Of Qatar: Patrick travels to Qatar to find a newly discovered cluster of whale sharks. High winds and extreme sea temperatures prove to be big challenges along the way.
S01 E06: Manta Ray Tornado: Patrick heads to the Maldives to dive alongside the giant manta ray. He witnesses the fabled "Manta Ray Tornado" and examines the behaviour of this incredible species.
S01 E07: Shark City Of Palau: In Palau, Patrick tackles his most difficult dive ever. He battles typhoon-like weather in order to witness the mass spawning event of red snappers.
S01 E08: Killer Whales Of Norway: Patrick travels to Norway with hopes of diving alongside killer whales. Whilst there he examines how these creatures adapt their hunting behaviour.*
*Mark filmed underwater and topside (sync and aerial) for E01 sperm whales in Dominica and E08 orca in Norway. He also filmed footage in Norway and Sri Lanka for the pilot episode to help get the series commissioned as well as shooting the first episode which helped establish the visual style and tone for the series.
