Another group of castaways is fighting for survival. Survivor season 48 was confirmed in November 2024, and the details of the season, including the premiere date, cast, location and more, were later announced in January 2025. Fans won’t have to wait long to watch the next sole survivor claim the $1 million prize.

Where Was ‘Survivor’ Season 48 Filmed? Location Revealed

Survivor season 48 was filmed in the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji, where the show has taken place since season 33. Before that, Survivor was filmed in locations like Nicaragua, Malaysia, Thailand, Brazil, Panama, Samoa and more.

In 2017, host Jeff Probst explained that Fiji seemed to be a perfect setting for the reality show. “Fiji offers us everything that we want,” he told Entertainment Weekly. “Incredibly beautiful water that you can see down 30 feet, beaches that are amazing, a government that is working with us, local labor that loves to say ‘Bula!’ every day because they’re just happy you’re here. And our crew has never been as happy. We actually have decent accommodations to do this show out in the jungle. It’s a win-win-win.”

“I hope we stay here forever,” he added. “This is our home, and I hope we end our show here.”

Who Is the Host of ‘Survivor’ Season 48?

Jeff is here to stay! The long-running host of the CBS will return for season 48.

Who Is in the Cast of ‘Survivor’ Season 48?

In a statement shared along with the cast announcement on January 29, 2025, CBS shared that Survivor 48 promises “a bold new group of competitors, inspired gameplay, and momentous tribal councils.”

“Nearly 25 years since it first premiered, Survivor continues to be the ultimate test of stamina and will as a fresh group of castaways begins the adventure of a lifetime when they’re stranded on the picturesque islands of Fiji,” the statement continued, per TV Insider. “This latest group of players must form a new society and nimbly adapt to their surroundings while contending with unforeseen obstacles and navigating an increasingly complex social game.”

The announcement concluded, “The participants will be divided into three tribes of six and face a season to remember from the moment they step on the beach. Even the strongest competitors will be tested and forced to dig deep mentally and physically to ensure their torch stays lit. The players competing on the 48th season are diverse competitors armed with fresh perspectives and a fervent passion for the game, with the same ultimate goal: to claim the title of Sole Survivor and win the $1 million prize.”

The cast of Survivor season 48 includes 18 contestants:

Bianca Roses, 33, of Arlington, Virginia
Cedrek McFadden, 46, of Greenville, South Carolina
Charity Nelms, 34, of St. Petersburg, Florida
Chrissy Sarnowsky, 55, of Chicago
David Kinne, 39, of Buena Park, California
Eva Erickson, 24, of Providence, Rhode Island
Joe Hunter, 45, of West Sacramento, California
Justin Pioppi, 29, of Winthrop, Massachusetts
Kamilla Karthigesu, 31, of Foster City, California
Kevin Leung, 34, of Livermore, California
Kyle Fraser, 31, of Brooklyn, New York
Mary Zheng, 31, of Philadelphia
Mitch Guerra, 34, of Waco, Texas
Saiounia “Sai” Hughley, 30, of Simi Valley, California
Shauhin Davari, 38, of Costa Mesa, California
Star Toomey, 28, of Augusta, Georgia
Stephanie Berger, 38, of Brooklyn, New York
Thomas Krottinger, 34, of Los Angeles

When Does ‘Survivor’ Season 48 Premiere?

Survivor season 48 premieres with a two-hour episode on February 26, 2025, starting at 8 p.m. ET. After that, the season will have 90-minute episodes weekly beginning on March 5, 2025, at the same time.

There’s plenty more Survivor where that came from! The reality series has already been renewed for seasons 49 and 50 in addition to season 48, according to TV Insider. While seasons 48 and 49 will feature new cast members, the milestone 50th season will feature a cast of returning contestants, the outlet reported.