Filiming On Lake Tanganyika
When filming on Lake Tanganyika. Lake Tanganyika is by far known to be the second-deepest freshwater lake in the world according to its volume. It also ranks as the second deepest lake after Lake Baikal in Siberia. Lake Tanganyika is shared by four countries, namely the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi, Zambia, and Tanzania. The lake is known for having several bird and fish species. It also has some mammals and a good number of reptiles. 95 percent of the fish species are known to be endemic to the lake. You will be able to finish the activities of the fishing industry. Several people work in this industry and can be found close to the lake. The fishing villages can be filmed, and you can capture the local lifestyle of the people. You will also be able to film any beach activities at the amazing beaches of the lake. Water activities such as sailing, boat cruises, waterskiing, kite surfing and so many others can also be filmed here.
What you need to film in Tanzania
First and foremost, you need to get a filming permit from the Tanzania Film Censorship Board and the Department of Antiquities in the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism. Without this permit, you cannot be allowed to film in Tanzania. Getting a filming permit can be time-consuming and, for that reason, needs to be planned ahead of time. The normal permit is for 1500usd, which is required of you to apply 3 minutes in advance. For last-minute shoots, you have to pay a fee of 3000usd for the filming permit. Once the application is made, film crew fixers submit it for finalization with the Tanzanian Authorities. Deepening on where you want to film, you may be required to pay other fees since different locations are managed by different authorities.
Tanzania Visa
The Tanzanian visa can be obtained online and on the ground, but you’re advised to get it before entering the country. The tourist visa goes for 100usd. Once the visa is applied for, it is easily gotten. In addition to these, you will need a full Covid vaccination certificate and proof of yellow fever vaccination.
Media accreditation
All members of the crew are supposed to have accreditation. Without it, you cannot be allowed to film in Tanzania. Press accreditation has to be done through a local fixer agent. This requirement is mandatory for all applications to make feature films or documentaries. Every member of the crew is required to fill out an application form (which we usually send to you) with all details. After scanning, it is sent back to us with a copy of the original passport and a passport-sized photograph. The whole process of media accreditation takes about two to three weeks.
Customs clearance
For crews who are interested in bringing in their own equipment into the country have to go through customs clearing, Film crew fixers makes sure that the equipment is successfully cleared in for the time period need. Clearance is done through a bonded agent. You have to send a list of the kit. The list should have the type, serial numbers and the value on dollars. 10 percent charge is paid for the equipment to be cleared.
Vehicle and Transportation Services
Film Crew Fixers will help you organize transport for film crews to film in Tanzania. The transportation services all depend on your interest, the nature of the roads and the schedule. For us to have a final estimate how much it will cost in terms of fuel, we will need to look at your filming schedule to have an established mileage and distance to be traveled. We also organize both charter and scheduled air transport for those that are interested in flying to reduce the number of hours.
Lodging and accommodation.
Lodge and Hotel options to stay in vary from Budget, and mid-range to luxury options. You will choose what to stay in depending on your interests and these include lupita island lounge.
Best time to film in Tanzania.
Filming in Tanzania is done throughout the year and the best time is during the dry season months of June to September and December to March.
Choose Film crew fixers.
Film crew Fixers is a film Fixing Company with its major office in Uganda, we pride ourselves with assisting filming companies and Production agencies that are interested in filming in several African countries. We are very capable in handling all fixer services required. our team of local fixers and driver guides is very professional .over the years, we have been able to get all relevant connections with other service providers and authority agencies to make sure that accreditation and filming permits are easily processed. Contact us for details and all relevant information you would like to know for successful filming in Tanzania.
