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Season 1 – Vantara: Sanctuary Stories

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Wildlife expert Forrest Galante explores the rescue and rehabilitation at Vantara, a world-class sanctuary; discover how the wildlife there are saved from captivity, conflict, neglect, and are given a second chance at life.
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Will W @Will180000 Nov 27 Forrest Galante as usual presents nature in ways other shows do not. The stories in this show are amazing and you feel empathy for the animals. The efforts for conservation are unparalleled. Must watch! See more Read all reviews
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Forrest Galante

Host

Anant Ambani

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Eric Evangelista

Executive Producer

Shannon Evangelista

Executive Producer

Forrest Galante

Executive Producer

Jesse Colaizzi

Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 7, 2025 The Heart of Vantara: The Experts Forrest Galante meets Anant Ambani and the experts of Vantara, a wildlife sanctuary. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 14, 2025 Building a Sanctuary Wildlife expert Forrest Galante explores the rescue and rehabilitation at Vantara, a world-class sanctuary; discover how the wildlife there are saved from captivity, conflict, neglect, and are given a second chance at life. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 21, 2025 Prescriptions and Provisions Forrest Galante reveals Vantara's care of every animal, from 3D beaks and acupuncture for elephants, to a team helping a cub walk again. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 28, 2025 Mind Over Matter At Vantara, Forrest witnesses King Cheetah race freely across a stadium-sized field. He marvels as an Orangutan enjoys cake, and nature shows to celebrate his birthday. Through these moments, it's clear that the animals at Vantara are living with joy. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 5, 2025 Habitats for the Future Forrest visits Vantara to see efforts securing a future for rare species; he joins a cheetah feeding circle, meets newborn cubs and follows a once orphaned sun bear called Prince. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 12, 2025 From Rescue to Sanctuary Forrest Galante joins the rescue operation to save animals from illegal trade and helps a sick Shoebill; from hippos to meerkats, he sees Vantara's care in action; finally, Forrest revisits animals he's met before, witnessing their recovery and more. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
Eric Evangelista, Shannon Evangelista, Forrest Galante
Network
Animal Planet
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 7, 2025