How does the camera crew on survival/exploration shows manage to get into the same places as the survivalists/hosts?

Question

I’m a big fan of survival shows and adventure/exploration shows. I have always wondered how the camera crew manages to film in tiny caverns or in the middle of the desert. I’m certain that TV magic is used to an extend, but I’m still in awe of the camera crews. Thoughts?

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Answer 1

I always think about this while watching “The Amazing Race”; these people are running to get from point A to point B before the other teams, but they have another person following them, also running, while carrying a camera. That person has to be strong and have great stamina. They cannot be paid nearly enough, too.