Grand Canyon Expedition - DVD

A documentary about a unique descent of the colourado River through the entire length of the Grand Canyon. The visually stunning scenery of the canyon is enhanced by expert commentary on the geological "calendar of the Earth" and the evolution across different geological periods. The physically demanding river descent, with its numerous difficult rapids, is complemented by the rich history and unfortunate fate of the Native American inhabitants of the adjacent reservations. The film also describes the canyon's fauna and flora and provides an overview of the discovery and first descent of this magnificent wonder of the world.