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THE WORLD’S WILDEST SURVIVAL ADVENTURES
Founded by the winner of the TV Show Alone
From castaway islands to African savannahs. Real wilderness. World-class instructors. Challenge with invisible safety. Since 2016.
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Our Signature Experience: Desert Island Survival
Desert Island Survival is a wilderness expedition company that puts you on uninhabited islands and in remote wild places with world-class survival instructors. The adventure that started it all is our signature island experience. For up to 11 days, you’ll live as a tribe on a pristine, uninhabited island.
5 days of hands-on training with world-class survival instructors.
3 days cast away with just a knife, a fishing line and your tribe.
1 proper celebration in comfort with your tribe.
This isn’t a holiday. It’s a primal reset.
You’ll learn to build fire, catch fish, forage, and sleep under the stars. You’ll laugh with strangers who quickly feel like family. And you’ll find out how stripping life back to the basic essentials can totally reset you.
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PHILIPPINES
ISLAND ADVENTURE
£2,650 Deposit: £490
How far have you drifted from your wild self? 60 seconds, 7 questions.
More than islands
Desert Island Survival was just the beginning. Founder Tom Williams has expanded the survival formula into jungles, rivers, forests, and tribal lands across the globe.
From kayaking through Botswana’s Okavango Delta to an ‘Alone’-style adventure in the wilds of Sweden, each expedition is a hands-on experience designed to test you and ignite something deep inside. Wherever you go, the heartbeat of every adventure is the same: learn, survive, celebrate.
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TANZANIA
TRIBAL ADVENTURE & LUXURY SAFARI
£5,250 Deposit: £490
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BOTSWANA
KAYAK, BUSHCRAFT & LUXURY SAFARI
£5,350 Deposit: £490
How it works
Every expedition follows the same rhythm, a balance of learning, challenge, and celebration that transforms a wild environment into the adventure of a lifetime.
Phase 1: Learn
Train with expert instructors
and gain essential survival skills.
Phase 2: Survive
Put those skills to the test in raw,
untamed wilderness.
Phase 3: Celebrate
Return stronger, clearer,
and full of stories to tell.
This rhythm runs through every adventure. Whether you’re castaway on a desert island or deep in the African savannah.
Why choose us?
Because no one else does survival adventures like we do.
Extraordinary Locations
From untouched islands to wild rivers and savannahs. Places you simply couldn’t reach on your own.
The Best
Instructors
Supremely skilled bushcraft experts who know not only how to teach survival, but how to make it fun.
Authentic
Yet Safe
We walk the tightrope of real challenge and invisible safety, so you feel the thrill without the contrivance.
Proven
& Trusted
100% 5-star reviews, featured in The Times, NatGeo, and the Financial Times.
People love us
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Lee Bond
Local Guide
The whole trip was so well organised, the camping in the tent on the side of the okavango was so comfortable and something no one else can understand just how amazing it is.
6 days ago
nicholas ingate
World class experience that I would recommend to anyone wanting to push themselves in stunning locations like Tonga.
4 weeks ago
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John Ingate
Had a fantastic experience on the recent expedition to Tonga! Naomi was a knowledgeable teacher and her assistant Rhino was a legend!
a month ago
Claudia Vrijhof
Sharing stories at the campfire, watching the uncountable stars on the beach at night and just living the simple life was so awesome. Nothing compares to this unique experience!
a month ago
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Tim Albert
Local Guide
Challenging, educational, incredible, memorable. Do very much recommend and would go again. Whole experience exactly as described but even better once you love it
a month ago
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Ruben Donker
The location was absolutely breathtaking: beautiful untouched nature, a stunning coastline, crystal-clear sea, and that raw feeling of being truly away from the world.
a month ago
Chris Ingate
Truly one of a kind experience. Worth every $. Niomi was a perfect teacher. If you like outdoors, want to learn new skills, or simply disconnect. This is for you.
a month ago
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Giles Murray
One of the best experiences of my life. I joined the 10-day Sweden survival trip, including four days solo, and came home with memories I’ll treasure forever.
2 months ago
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Ivo De Mas
Did the 10-day Sweden Alone Survival and definitely recommend it. The real deal, not a simulation. I came home with actual skills and a much quieter head.
2 months ago
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Martin Klemann
I had a great time in Sweden! Would never want to miss that experience. Thanks to our guides Kian and Tom. 100% recommendation!
2 months ago
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Will Longhurst
Not over exaggerating when I say that these trips are life changing
2 months ago
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T u
Our honeymoon with Desert Island Survival in the Philippines was unforgettable: white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, lush jungle, and coral reefs right at the shore.
2 months ago
Not for everyone
Please note: these experiences are not for everyone. Expect a full digital detox, insects, open nature, and life with fewer modern conveniences like toilets or showers. It is about stepping out of your comfort zone and becoming comfortable with a little discomfort.
Who thrives on our adventures:
Open-minded explorers
Challenge-seekers ready to test themselves
Growth-minded adventurers who want to push through adversity
For those people, the reward is worth it: resilience, connection, and the wildest stories of your life.
Begin your adventure
Take the first step. Answer a few questions and find which expedition
best suits you & gives you a true primal reset.
Ready to Book? See all upcoming expeditions and find the dates that fits
for you.
FAQ
What makes Desert Island Survival different?
We don’t do contrived tourism. We run real survival adventures in genuine wilderness, led by world-class instructors, with invisible safety. You’ll disconnect from your daily life, live simply in nature and experience an adventure and reset unlike anything you have ever experienced before.
Is it safe to join a survival expedition?
Yes. Our instructors are certified Wilderness First Responders, and each location is handpicked for safety, calm waters, no dangerous wildlife, and a clear evacuation plan. You’ll experience the thrill of adventure without unnecessary risk. As our founder Tom says, “Guests should feel the adventure, not the risk.”
Do I need any previous survival or bushcraft experience?
None. Most guests start as beginners. You’ll learn everything from fire lighting to shelter building before the survival challenge begins.
How tough are the expeditions?
They’re designed to stretch you but not break you. Five days of guided training, then a three-day challenge with your tribe that pushes you just outside your comfort zone. It’s the perfect balance of discomfort, growth, and joy.
What if I change my mind after booking?
No problem. Our 7-Day Cool Off guarantee gives you a full refund, and you can reschedule up to 90 days before departure (valid for 24 months).