Monster Carp - Episode Guide

In the first episode, Ali is joined by angling pals and fellow carp enthusiasts Tom Dove and Darrell Peck as they head to Japan - The Land of the Rising Sun. The country is known for its legendary carp, particularly the colourful koi. But can the team tempt one of these monster king carps to bite? They set up their tackle in a stunning setting in the shadows of Mount Fuji. This carp fishing is a serious business but with the jovial Ali at the helm, expect plenty of laughs along the way.

In this edition, he is in Central Europe with fellow carp fanatics Neil Spooner and Tom Dove. The team face testing conditions from boat and bank on the windswept 50-mile-long water as they home in on their quarry, taking time to sample some of the famous Hungarian cuisine and culture between the action.

In this edition, he is joined by joined by Tom Dove and Danny Fairbrass as they visit the breathtaking Italian lakes and rivers. Their journey takes them right into the heart of darkness as they tackle demanding and at times, dangerous conditions.

Series in which carp fishing fanatic Ali Hamidi seeks out giant carp across the world in the ultimate angling adventure. Each episode he is joined by two guest anglers to help him in his quest. In this edition, he is joined by angling experts Danny Fairbrass and Darrell Peck to tackle a beautiful lake - home to some elusive monster fish in the Austrian Alps. This is a rollercoaster ride for the boys as they seek out monster carp in two contrasting environments. Will they encounter the Arnold Schwarzenegger of the carp world?

Ali Hamidi seeks out giant carp across the world in the ultimate angling adventure. In each episode he is joined by two guest anglers to help him in his quest.

In episode two, Ali, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner go on one big Croatian adventure, searching for huge king carp. Their journey culminates in them visiting the home of the Croatian carp record of 94lb, and turns into one of the most memorable fishing trips ever.

In episode three, Ali, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner travel from the hustle and bustle of Marrakesh to the Atlas mountains which is the setting for a mythical visit to a huge reservoir that is said to contain potentially world record-breaking carp of over 100lb. The boys face the elements, the cuisine and battle it out with some incredible fish.

Ali travels to South Africa where, for once, carp is not the only thing on the deadly fishing duo's minds as Ali, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner experience the incredible big five Safari, come face to face with Jaws and embark on one of the most extreme fishing scenarios any of them have ever faced.

Ali Hamidi, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner are in Thailand, home of the largest carp species in the world - the Siamese carp - but can they land one of these 100lb monsters?

Ali Hamidi, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner head to the renowned Gigantica Lakes complex in the Champagne region, looking to hook a huge fish.

Ali Hamidi, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner head to Bosnia, seeing how the country has recovered from war and fishing for huge carp in a well-stocked lake.

Tom Dove and Neil Spooner head to the Extremadura region of Spain, fishing for carp weighing up to 80lbs.

Ali Hamidi, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner are in Italy. The three mates travel to a lake in the hills near Bologna, before heading off to a lake not far from the Alps.

Carp crusaders Ali Hamidi, Neil Spooner and Tom Dove venture to the true mecca of carp fishing - Lac de Saint-Cassien in France.

Carcen France

Cretelakes France

Graviers - France

Tom Dove and Neil Spooner being a new adventure in the South of France, where the lads battle against themselves and the locals as they try to land the sought-after wild carp of Salagou.

Tom Dove and Neil Spooner head to the Extremadura region of Spain, fishing for carp weighing up to 80lbs.

Tom and Neil go head to head on an Italian job like no other as they do battle for the ultimate carp fishing trophy - but will feelings get in the way of success?

The team head to Hungary to hunt the biggest king carp on the planet. Tom Dove and Neil Spooner team up as they target a record at a lake famous for its 100-pound-plus monsters.

Neil Spooner and Tom Dove head to Croatia to fish at Lake Zajarki on the outskirts of Zagreb, with the chance of catching a carp in excess of 90lb.

Ali Hamidi travels to South Africa where he, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner experience the big five Safari, and come face to face with Jaws.

Tom Dove and Neil Spooner go head-to-head at the world-famous Gigantica complex in France as they do battle to net the biggest monster.

Neil Spooner and Tom Dove face their biggest-ever challenge as they head off to the Lac du Der Chantecoq in France in search of a massive common carp.