The best outdoor TV shows streaming on Netflix

If you’re forced to be indoors for some reason, you might as well watch outdoor TV shows that immerse you in the elements. Here are the best shows according to GearJunkie.

You might be the most outdoorsy person you know. But when the going is good, it can be nice to watch people push the limits even more than you do.

There is a lot more variety on this list than you might think. It ranges from top-rated survival shows to wacky reality TV series, to outdoor TV shows showing ethical hunting and fishing, and documentary series that cover the natural world. And the fun of TV shows over an hour is that you get more for your money.

Here are the shows GearJunkie recommends for the outdoor nerd in all of us.

The best outdoor TV shows on Netflix

‘Alone’

“Alone” reigns as one of the coolest survival reality shows to ever graced the small screen. Ten survivors are placed in the wild with only a few items to rely on, and the last remaining outdoorsman earns some real money.

But it’s not your typical reality TV show, either. These people self-film, are completely cut off from the outside world, and face life-threatening situations on a daily basis.

The only downside to watching it on Netflix is that only Season 7 is currently available. But you can find seasons 1-8 on History.com (with advertisements) or seasons 1-7 streaming on Hulu.

‘Meat Eater’

“MeatEater” is unlike any other award-winning hunting show you’ve seen. It’s because acclaimed host Steven Rinella approaches hunting with a mind for the culinary, thoughtful and adventurous aspects of the hunt.

Even if you are not a hunter, you will likely learn a lot about what hunting and fishing has to offer. And you’ll enjoy the colorful cast of characters who will join him along the way.

Seasons 6-10 are currently available on Netflix, but you can also watch previous seasons for free thanks to MeatEater’s Youtube channel.

‘Animal’

“Animal” is the latest outdoor documentary series to hit Netflix’s screen. And it’s packed with incredible images of some of the most interesting wildlife on the planet.

Famous narrators like Bryan Cranston, Rebel Wilson, and Rashida Jones add color and drama to an astonishing array of species-focused episodes. The first season features big cats, dogs, marsupials and octopuses. And each is fascinating in itself.

“Southern survival”

The people of Battlbox Ranch are of a different race. And this show takes a more gear-centric approach to surviving life-threatening situations.

Fatal events such as explosions, natural disasters, and surviving an encounter with an intruder are covered. And expect a lot of ridiculous shenanigans from this crafty bunch of Southerners along the way.

‘Down to earth’

Actor Zac Efron takes the helm of this travel show, and the main theme is sustainability. His travels bring other celebrities into the mix, such as Anna Kendrick and chef Jose Andres. And he’s joined by wellness expert Darin Olien for the series.

Each episode focuses on a single country. And the theme shifts to wellness and sustainability as Efron and Olien engage with local experts and try new ways of living with ecologically ethical footprints.

“How to be a cowboy”

This wacky and fun show – hosted by cowboy comedian Dale Brisby – attempts to teach a group of cowboys how to be cowboys in the 21st century.

Now, this really isn’t a show to be taken seriously. Neither Dale brisby, a fictional caricature composed by the real cowboy Clint Hopping. However, the show’s silly nature still presents many difficult aspects of ranch life.

It’s a feel-good series that, amid all the jokes, returns to camaraderie as the central theme of cowboy life. And it’s worth the detour in my opinion.

“Night on Earth”

It is not too difficult to understand what “Night on Earth” is about. I bet now you’ve figured it out.

But it’s pretty cool to see how wild places come alive during the night hours. And the technology we now have in cameras allows us an intimate gaze into a multitude of landscapes, from seas to cities to plains.

‘Our planet’

I would be remiss if I did not include these incredible docuseries on this list. “Our Planet” is the most breathtaking outdoor TV show of our time. And it’s told by the legendary David Attenborough.

Both awe-inspiring and heartbreaking, Attenborough does not ignore the difficult state in which our planet finds itself. But all wonder is not put aside either. It’s a show that everyone on planet Earth should watch.

And if for some reason you haven’t seen it yet, report it ASAP.

“You against the savage”

This fun version of a series of outdoor adventures puts the viewer in charge of the decisions of famous outdoor enthusiast Bear Grylls. Each episode focuses on a life-threatening situation. And each interactively asks the viewer to make choices that will lead to Grylls’ survival or death.

It’s like choosing your own adventure and meeting a TV series, and this clever shot makes “You vs. Wild” the most unique show on the list. Try it yourself.

The many options are interesting and offer different ways to watch the same series several times. It’s also a great series for kids.

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