Gold Rush: South America Season 1 Episode 2 South America - Chilean Gold

In episode 2 of Gold Rush: South America season 1, titled "South America - Chilean Gold," the miners continue their search for gold in the remote regions of Chile. Todd and his crew head to a new mining site in the mountains and begin excavating the dirt to find gold. They face several challenges, including unstable ground, rough terrain, and dangerous wildlife like snakes and scorpions.

Meanwhile, Parker and his team are still struggling to find a viable mining site. They travel to the coast to meet with a local expert who suggests they try a new technique called underwater dredging. Parker agrees to give it a try and sets out to find the necessary equipment.

Back in the mountains, Todd's crew hits a major setback when one of their excavators breaks down. They scramble to find a replacement, but with limited resources in such a remote area, their options are limited. Eventually, they are able to secure a new excavator and get back to work.

However, the new machine proves to be a bit tricky to operate and the crew struggles to get it running smoothly. Todd decides to take matters into his own hands and gets behind the controls of the excavator himself. With his experience and skill, he is able to make progress and they finally hit paydirt.

Meanwhile, Parker and his team face their own obstacles with underwater dredging. They struggle to control the powerful currents and to keep their equipment from getting swept away. Nevertheless, they persist and eventually find gold.

As the episode comes to a close, both teams have managed to overcome their challenges and find gold. But as they soon discover, their journey is far from over as the harsh realities of mining in South America continue to test their limits.