
Temptation Island South Africa
The ultimate relationship test, Temptation Island South Africa — based on the Banijay-owned hit reality format — follows four couples at a pivotal time in their relationship, where they must mutually decide if they are ready to commit to one another for the rest of their lives — or go their separate ways.
Together, the couples experience the ultimate holiday in paradise, where they join single men and women, all looking for love. There, they live the “single life,” in a test that is meant to help answer their most difficult questions about their relationship.
Stream all episodes of Temptation Island South Africa on Showmax now, including the two-part reunion.
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