Scenic Eclipse and Emerald Sakara to star in Channel 5 Jane McDonald series

Scenic Eclipse and Emerald Sakara will star in a six-part documentary series on Channel 5 with Jane McDonald as she travells from Antarctic to the Arctic.

The programme, called Jane McDonald: From Pole to Pole, is set to air in 2026.

Each episode will focus on a different location, including Antarctica, South Georgia, The Falklands, Uruguay, Brazil, Greece, Italy, Norway, Svalbard and the Arctic Circle.

McDonald will take part in helicopter rides, whale-watching, Zodiac excursions and other activities on board the luxury vessels.

Scenic Group UK managing director of sales and marketing group Nichola Absalom said: “We are absolutely delighted to partner with Channel 5 and JetSetTV to bring audiences an exciting new series that showcases the beauty and versatility of sailing from one pole to another on our luxury yachts.

“Working with Jane McDonald has been an incredible experience. This partnership has given us a fantastic opportunity to develop fresh, engaging travel content that inspires viewers with innovative, immersive experiences to unique destinations across a variety of our vessels."

McDonald added: “I’m packing my bags and setting sail again on a brand-new adventure with 5, Scenic Group and JetSetTV.

“We are going to the ends of the earth to bring some spectacular places into your living rooms. Get the wine open or a cuppa ready, we are going on an adventure.”