Bert Raccoon is amazed when his storybook hero, Sir Malcolm Havelock arrives in the Evergreen Forest. Inspired by Sir Malcolm's popular adventure books, Bert prepares to fulfil his lifelong ambition of joining Sir Malcolm on a safari, until he discovers the disappointing truth about his hero.

Bert Raccoon risks his life and his friendship with Cedric, in an attempt to impress the tough Bix Wheelie and his gang. When faced with a real crisis, Bert's new found friends turn and run, leaving him in the lurch until Cedric saves the day. Bert learns a new respect for his old buddy and realizes that true friends are forever.