The Best Seasons of 'Survivor'

There are plenty to choose from when picking the best seasons of Survivor, since it's been on the air since 2000. With so many seasons it can be difficult to keep track of the places they've been, challenges they've done and what seasons were worth watching.,Hardcore fans of the series often argue over what the greatest season of Survivor is, which is exactly why this ranked list was created. This list of the best Survivor seasons has been voted on by Survivor fans from around the world, so the order of the seasons isn't just one person's opinion.

Each season of Survivor has at least one memorable episode, so it isn't necessarily easy to figure out what the top season is. Is your favorite season of Survivor not as high as it should be? Be sure to vote it up so it rises to the top. If you want to answer the questions, "What is the best season of Survivor?" and "Which season of Survivor is the best?" then this list will have you covered.

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  • Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains - Season 20
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    The twentieth season of Survivor premiered on February 11, 2010 and contains 14 episodes. This season was filmed at Upolu, Samoa and welcomed back previous contestants as either heroes or villains.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "It's Getting the Best of Me," "Expectations," and "Anything Could Happen."

    Memorable moments from Season 20 include:

    • Sandra Diaz-Twine is voted the winner of Season 20.
    • Rob and Russell go head-to-head.
    • Russell uses his idol to save Parvati.
    1,200 votes
  • Survivor: Cagyan - Season 28
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    The twenty-eighth season of Survivor premiered on February 26, 2014 and contains 13 episodes. This season took place on the Palaui Island, Cagayan, Philippines.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "Cops-R-Us," "Bag of Tricks," and "It's Do or Die."

    Memorable moments from Season 28 include:

    • Tony Vlachos is voted the winner of Season 28.
    • Kass betrays her alliance.
    • Tony finds several immunity idols.
    969 votes
  • The sixteenth season of Survivor premiered on February 7, 2008 and contains 14 episodes. This season takes place in Micronesia and places fans against favorite past contestants.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "The Sounds of Jungle Love," "I'm Gonna Fix Her!," and "Stir the Pot!."

    Memorable moments from Season 16 include:

    • Parvati Shallow is voted the winner of Season 16.
    • Ozzy finds an idol and hides a fake one in its place.
    • Erik gives Natalie his immunity necklace and is voted off.
    921 votes
  • Survivor: Cambodia, Second Chance - Season 31
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    490 VOTES

    Survivor: Cambodia, Second Chance - Season 31

    The thirty-first season of Survivor premiered on September 23, 2015 and contains 14 episodes. This season took place in Koh Rong, Cambodia and featured a cast of returning contestants voted on by fans.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "We Got a Rat," "Witches Coven," and "Villains Have More Fun."

    Memorable moments from Season 31 include:

    • Jeremy Collins is voted the winner of Season 31.
    • Ciera and Kass orchestrate a blindside.
    • Kimmi betrays her alliance.
    490 votes
  • Survivor: Winners At War - Season 40
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    361 VOTES

    Survivor: Winners At War - Season 40

    The fortieth season of Survivor premiered on September 19, 2002 and contains 14 episodes. This season takes place on the Mamanuca Islands, Fiji.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "It's Like a Survivor Economy," "This is Where the Battle Begins," and "We're in the Majors"."

    Memorable moments from Season 40 include:

    • Tony Vlachos is voted the winner of Season 40.
    • The tribes find themselves divided by "old school" and "new school" mentalities.
    • Danni sells an advantage for four fire tokens.
    361 votes
  • Survivor: David vs. Goliath - Season 37
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    432 VOTES

    Survivor: David vs. Goliath - Season 37

    The thirty-seventh season of Survivor premiered on September 26, 2018 and contains 14 episodes. This season took place in Mamanuca Islands, Fiji and found underdogs battling against overachievers.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "Appearances are Deceiving," "You Get What You Give," and "So Smart They're Dumb."

    Memorable moments from Season 37 include:

    • Nick Wilson is voted the winner of Season 37.
    • Nick wins when he needs to.
    • Pat gets medically evacuated.
    432 votes