Under napoleonskrigene bliver det britiske skib Surprise pludselig angrebet af det franske kaperskib Acheron. Surprise bliver alvorligt skadet, og en stor del af mandskabet såres. Alligevel er kaptajn Jack Aubrey fast besluttet på at tage kampen op med Acheron. Han sætter efter det franske skib på en yderst risikabel mission.
David Attenborough uses pioneering 3D-techniques and technology to explore the unique environments and species of the Galapagos.
Biologist and broadcaster Monty Halls moves to the Galapagos Islands to experience with his family the wonders and challenges of his favourite place on earth.
Liz Bonnin joins a scientific team on an expedition across the Galapagos Islands to carry out important research that will help protect the islands and their inhabitants.
