Ant and Dec Leave Fans in Stitches With Hilarious ‘No Fun in Africa’ Instagram Skit

No fun allowed? Well, Ant and Dec tried their best—but let’s be honest, it’s impossible to keep a straight face when you’re these two. Britain’s cheekiest TV double act have swapped the studio for the sun-drenched wilds of South Africa, but their trademark mischief is alive and well, much to the delight of fans back home.

Currently filming the second season of I’m A Celebrity… South Africa, Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly took to Instagram with a side-splitting video captioned, “When you promised the kids you won’t have fun in Africa.” The premise? The duo solemnly swears not to enjoy themselves while thousands of miles away from their families—a promise they clearly struggle to keep.

The clip is pure comedy gold. There they are, surrounded by bustling markets and jaw-dropping landscapes, doing their best to look utterly bored. Poker faces? Not for long. Every so often, a grin sneaks through, and fans can’t help but laugh along. The comments section exploded with laughter emojis and praise for their ability to turn even a simple stroll into a comedy masterclass. “You two could make standing in a queue funny,” wrote one follower, while another declared, “This is why we love you—even when you’re not presenting, you’re still entertaining!”

But this isn’t just about laughs. The joke struck a chord with parents everywhere. Both Ant and Dec know the bittersweet tug of leaving their kids for work. Dec, 49, has two little ones with wife Ali Astall, while Ant, also 49, became a dad last year with wife Anne-Marie Corbett. Their tongue-in-cheek promise is a nod to every parent who’s ever felt a pang of guilt for having an adventure away from home.

Within hours, the video had racked up hundreds of thousands of views, proving that Ant and Dec’s off-screen antics are every bit as popular as their prime-time hosting. “National treasures,” one fan gushed. Another joked, “This is exactly the sort of thing my husband promises and then sends me a photo on safari looking miserable. Love it.”

The pair’s ability to poke fun at themselves—and each other—has kept them at the top of British entertainment for three decades. Whether they’re pulling faces in Africa or fronting multi-million-pound shows, Ant and Dec always manage to make their audience feel like part of the joke.

As filming continues for I’m A Celebrity… South Africa, fans are hungry for more behind-the-scenes glimpses. ITV insiders hint at big names, shocking twists, and tougher-than-ever trials for the upcoming series. But for now, viewers are more than happy with Ant and Dec’s Instagram antics. “More of this, please!” one fan pleaded. Even a few celebrity friends couldn’t resist chiming in: “Keeping a straight face in South Africa? Impossible,” teased one ITV colleague.

In a world of carefully curated public images, Ant and Dec’s willingness to share daft, self-deprecating moments is a breath of fresh air. Their latest skit might only last a few seconds, but it’s everything we love about them—warmth, wit, and a knack for turning everyday moments into something unforgettable.

They may be pretending not to smile in Africa, but one thing’s for sure: they’re still putting smiles on millions of faces back home.