Intrepid Journeys - Madagascar (John Banks)

He's a smart little guy — he's just sold me a newspaper that sells for 200 [ariary] for 2000. He's a very good little businessman. He'll drive a Mercedes one day.

– Presenter John Banks on a cunning child in Antananarivo, early in this episode

... for me, this hasn't been a holiday. It's been a learning excursion.

– Presenter John Banks reflects on his trip

Having been here 24 hours, I've got to say, it's extraordinary. The overwhelming impression I get is a nation trying hard, everybody selling something, and no one seems unhappy.

– Presenter John Banks walks the busy streets of the capital, Antananarivo

I think I'll name him [Robert] Muldoon. He reminds me of my old boss — just looks scary.

– Presenter John Banks get up close and personal with a chameleon

I'm on record as often repeating that I prefer animals to people, as some of my best friends have four legs. And I believe that it's our responsibility, while we're here on this earth, to treat them with respect and with dignity.

– Presenter John Banks goes lemur spotting in Ranomafana National Park

It's not a 'me, me' society. Here, it's about each other. It's about working collectively together, making things happen and making the best of it.

– Presenter John Banks on the differences in culture between New Zealand and Madagascar

The sleeping bag hasn't had much use, I've gotta say.

– Presenter John Banks prepares for camping — roughly 45 years after his last tent experience