The trio's challenge is to drive north to the Angolan border. Almost immediately, the expedition hits a snag as they find themselves trapped between towering sand dunes and the rising tide of the Atlantic Ocean.
Each presenter arrived in a vehicle built to their own eccentric specifications:
: A modern, rugged interpretation built for survival, featuring massive tires, heavy-duty suspension, and a roof-mounted spare. The Journey Begins
: A purist's recreation of the original 1960s Meyers Manx , staying true to the classic design but struggling with a lack of power and off-road capability.
: After driving in circles and attempting to navigate by the stars (where Clarkson channelled his inner astronomer to find the Southern Cross), they realized they hadn't even left the coast.