Jane McDonald, 60, strips down to swimsuit in ‘beautiful’ behind scenes pics from new show

Singer, songwriter and television presenter Jane McDonald, 60, teased her followers on social media with a post showing ‘beautiful’ behind-the-scenes pictures of her new Channel 5 travel show.

The former Loose Women host is no stranger to travelling and has been on pretty much every cruise imaginable. Now she is embarking on a new adventure – On Safari with Jane McDonald, which airs at 8pm on Thursday.

The new series explores the majestic continent of Africa. Starting her trip in Kenya, Jane experiences the wild before camping in Laikipia, a remote location in a wildlife and conservation reserve famed for its beauty.

She also spends a night sleeping under the stars and wakes up before dawn for a sunrise game drive.

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In an interview with What To Watch she said: “It’s honestly the best thing I’ve ever done.”

Adding: “I couldn’t believe how beautiful it was — and how close I was to lions and leopards… and to dying!

“But you feel very safe because you’re in these animals’ environment. The place we were staying was incredible, it was like being an extra in The Lion King. I kept wanting to sing ‘Ahhhh Zabenya’ every morning when I woke up.”

In the four-part series, Jane’s journey continues to Marrakech, Cape Verde and the Seychelles.

“What I loved about this particular experience in Africa is that every single part of it was so different,” says Jane.

The series certainly brought out Jane’s adventurous side, she added: “You’ve got to step out of your comfort zone, scream and get a bit scared.

“I hope people watching will see me as a friend and as someone who’ll have a go at something and inspire them to do the same. I want people to think they’re going on this journey with me.”

The 60-year-old has been posting regular updates on her social media lately after heading off on her recent adventure across Africa.

She gave fans a look at some gorgeous outfits for the show on her Instagram.

The presenter donned a white and black chequered print coat, which she accompanied with a black knitted jumper, black trousers, and a pair of white trainers in one photo.