
South Africa is home to some of the world's biggest national parks and game reserves, with a diverse range of animals, some of which are critically endangered. `Work on the Wild Side' follows the highs and lows of the vets and volunteers who have given up their day jobs in the UK and made the decision to move to South Africa to rescue, rehabilitate and release some of the world's most iconic species of animals. The series captures South Africa's vibrancy and colour, while shining a light on the critical conservation issues affecting the most vulnerable of species.

Harriet and the team at Elephants Alive are on a mission to save three elephants who are breaking out of their reserve and destroying local crops.

Alison prepares for the release of Nick, a critically endangered African penguin; Emily has to anaesthetise a cheetah that needs to go to a new home.

Emma has a tiny bush baby that needs round-the-clock care; Jenna and Sean have to stop elephant research as a bush fire comes close to destroying their home.

Will and Rachael volunteer at the world's largest sanctuary for orphaned rhinos; Emily attempts a life-threatening giraffe relocation, while three warthogs run Emma ragged; Marine biologist Alison finds a new way of dealing with plastic pollution.