Survivor New Zealand — Season 1
Only one will survive.
About this season
TVNZ is excited to announce the first New Zealand season of the international reality favourite, Survivor! 16 Kiwis will battle it out for the ultimate prize and title of "Sole Survivor." The game will take place in the harsh jungle climate of Nicaragua. The contestants will be split into two tribes, to face up to 40 days in the unforgiving wilderness. It's the ultimate test of physical, mental and emotional strength.
Episodes (20)
1. Episode 1
7.0Aired 7 May 2017 • 60 min
16 Kiwi castaways battle it out for the ultimate title.
2. Episode 2
6.0Aired 8 May 2017 • 60 min
Remorse runs rampant as one tribe second guesses a snap decision.
3. Episode 3
6.0Aired 14 May 2017 • 60 min
Following a shocking blindside, one Survivor delivers a vengeful message to their ex-tribemates. Then, when a test of physical stamina proves too much for one team, alliances begin to crumble.
4. Episode 4
7.0Aired 15 May 2017 • 60 min
As the weather begins to sour, a challenge puts each Survivor's mental and physical endurance to the test.
5. Episode 5
Aired 21 May 2017 • 60 min
Hunger strikes hard and desperate times call for desperate measures. Then, the sweet taste of victory is soured when a treasured tribe member begins to struggle.
6. Episode 6
Aired 22 May 2017 • 60 min
A shock move shakes the game to its core. Will alliances endure when Survivor takes a turn for the unexpected?
7. Episode 7
7.0Aired 28 May 2017 • 60 min
A new addition to Hermosa presents a range of possibilities, but can trust once shattered be rebuilt? Then, a challenge with a twist!
8. Episode 8
7.0Aired 29 May 2017 • 60 min
The scrambling begins as those on the bottom seek to work their way up. Then, in a team building challenge of epic proportions, a surprising victory invokes suspicion.
9. Episode 9
Aired 4 June 2017 • 60 min
The game plan crumbles for one alliance after a devastating loss on Redemption Island. Then, one false promise sees the balance of power tip.
10. Episode 10
Aired 5 June 2017 • 60 min
Tonight sees a tribe split into two alliances in a familiar 'young and old' divide. Later, a high pressure balancing act and a shocking twist that no one saw coming.
11. Episode 11
Aired 11 June 2017 • 60 min
A shocking twist at Tribal Council sees two Survivors sent to Redemption Island. Later, a tell-tale Reward Challenge leaves a strong alliance in tatters.
12. Episode 12
Aired 12 June 2017 • 60 min
A challenge that tests the Survivors physical and mental abilities leads to the biggest blindside in the game so far.
13. Episode 13
Aired 18 June 2017 • 60 min
The biggest blindside in the game so far sees emotions running high at camp. Then, when faced with those they betrayed, one Survivor is held accountable.
14. Episode 14
Aired 19 June 2017 • 60 min
One player's double-dealing finally catches up with them, and the scrambling to find a foothold begins again. Later, a power shift sees an unlikely Survivor rising to the top.
15. Episode 15
Aired 25 June 2017 • 60 min
16. Episode 16
Aired 25 June 2017 • 60 min
17. Episode 17
Aired 2 July 2017 • 60 min
18. Episode 18
Aired 3 July 2017 • 60 min
19. Episode 19
Aired 4 July 2017 • 60 min
20. Episode 20
Aired 5 July 2017 • 60 min