National Geographic Abu Dhabi launches new summer shows

Neil Eklund’s raft out on the Yukon River. Tony Pontillo / National Geographic Channels

National Geographic Abu Dhabi is gearing up for a busy summer, with a host of new shows and returning favourites set to premiere on the channel over the coming weeks.

Yukon River Run is first up, premiering on Monday, July 11 at 10pm. The show, set deep in the Alaskan wilderness, follows the team as they gather abandoned lumber to build primitive rafts that will serve as their shelter, their transportation and their commerce.

They then set sail for weeks, navigating one of the oldest trade routes of the North. In the end, at the mouth of the river, whatever they’ve made will support their families through the winter.

The following night, Tuesday, July 12 at 8pm, will find wranglers competing for cash by taming wild horses in Mustang Millionaire, while Wednesday's debut of Danger Decoded completes a trio of consecutive premiere nights.

Danger Decoded analyses a series of real-life disaster situations, caught on camera, and challenges you to discover the crucial warning signs. From freak weather and building-demolition disasters, to a serious miscalculation when trying to drop a boat into a harbour, will you spot the imminent danger?

Later in the month, fishing favourite Wicked Tuna returns with a new North v South format. New England anglers TJ and Marciano steam South to North Carolina for the winter blue-fin tuna season. They will face new challenges including harsh weather and a new set of competing fishermen with their own Southern charms and tactics. They must compete with each other, large conglomerates and the fish themselves to make ends meet. Wicked Tuna – North v South premieres on Tuesday July 19 at 9pm.