The American TV series Survivor has been filmed in various tropical and warm locations around the world since its inception. However, since season 33, the show has been filmed continuously in the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji, which has become its semi-permanent filming location. This volcanic archipelago offers beautiful beaches, clear waters, and a supportive local government, making it ideal for the production. The series has stayed in Fiji for over 16 consecutive seasons due to cost savings, logistical ease, and the stunning natural backdrop it provides
. Earlier seasons were filmed in diverse locations including:
- Africa (Gabon, Kenya)
- Asia (Malaysia, Philippines, Cambodia, China, Thailand)
- Central America (Guatemala, Nicaragua, Panama)
- Oceania (Australia, Cook Islands, Samoa, Vanuatu, Palau)
- South America (Brazil)
But since season 33, Fiji's Mamanuca Islands have been the exclusive filming site for the American Survivor series
. For the Australian version of Survivor , filming has taken place in several locations including Fiji, Samoa, and more recently in regional Queensland, Australia, due to travel restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic
. In summary, the primary current filming location for Survivor (American version) is the Mamanuca Islands in Fiji.
