Bamazon

Bamazon (2012-2013)

EndedReality show

What do you get when you combine Alabama and the Amazon? Bamazon, of course, which is the title of this docuseries that follows a group of eight unemployed construction workers from Alabama who travel to Guyana to explore the South American nation's rain forests and wildlife. But they're not there just to enjoy the scenery. They head to the Amazon in search of gold. The group sets up a gold-mining operation to try to earn some cash while out of work.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 22:00 (60 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Bamazon premiere?

Bamazon premiered on September 28th, 2012.

What is Bamazon about?

Bamazon is a reality television show that follows a group of eight Americans who were given the opportunity to search for gold in the Amazon rainforest.

What is the first challenge that the contestants faced in Bamazon?

The first challenge that the contestants faced in Bamazon was crossing a river filled with piranhas.

Who hosted Bamazon?

Bamazon did not have a host.

How many contestants were there in Bamazon?

There were eight contestants in Bamazon.

Did all of the contestants survive Bamazon?

Yes, all of the contestants survived Bamazon.

What was the prize for the winner of Bamazon?

The winner of Bamazon received one kilogram of gold worth around $50,000.

How long did the filming for Bamazon last?

The filming for Bamazon lasted six weeks.

What was the biggest challenge for the contestants in Bamazon?

The biggest challenge for the contestants in Bamazon was the harsh conditions of the Amazon rainforest.

Did the contestants have any prior experience in gold mining before Bamazon?

No, the contestants did not have any prior experience in gold mining before Bamazon.

Where was Bamazon filmed?

Bamazon was filmed in the Madre de Dios region of Peru.

What kind of equipment did the contestants use to search for gold in Bamazon?

The contestants used a range of equipment, such as metal detectors, sluices, and dredges, to search for gold in Bamazon.

How long did it take for the contestants to find their first specks of gold in Bamazon?

It took the contestants four days to find their first specks of gold in Bamazon.

Also known as

  • Amazon Gold Hunters (United Kingdom)

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