Filming in the Gulf of Tadjoura

Filming in the Gulf of Tadjoura

The Gulf of Tadjoura borders the east side of the country and is one of the richest areas in the world for coral and fish species. 

The Gulf of Tadjoura is great for underwater filming, diving and underwater photography its beaches are a popular starting point for excursions to the beautiful coral reefs of the Red Sea.

Gulf of Tadjoura

Requirements and fees to film in the Gulf of Tadjoura

You will need to get permission to be allowed to film in the Gulf of Tadjoura in Djibouti. Contact us here and we will help you secure a filming permit for filming in Djibouti.

Unauthorized filming, photography or any other recording of government buildings, military installations and key infrastructure such as airports and border controls, bridges, and public buildings, as well as of religious sites such as mosques is illegal while filming in Djibouti. Penalties may include arrest, fines and confiscation of your filming equipment. Please contact us here for more information on filming in the Gulf of Tadjoura.

On top of the above you will need to cover accommodation, Visas and work permits, fixer fees and transport for a successful shoot in the Gulf of Tadjoura as below;

Djibouti Visa and work permit Advice

You will need to purchase the tourist visa or business visa to allow you entry in Djibouti. Crew of all nationalities travelling to Djibouti can obtain a visa on arrival. The visa must be applied for at your closest Djiboutian embassy prior to travelling. The visa is valid for up to 30 days. US passport holders see here for more information. 

Journalists require a letter of accreditation approved in advance by the Ministry of Communication and Culture Djibouti. U.S. journalists and other journalists working for U.S.-based media institutions should contact the U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs section at least two weeks prior to travel to facilitate this accreditation process. Journalists who fail to receive an accreditation letter risk arrest, seizure of equipment and/or expulsion. Proof of yellow fever vaccination and a COVID-19 free certificate may be asked if arriving from affected countries. Visa, work permit and other entry and exit conditions such as customs and quarantine regulations can change regularly. We advise you contact your local South Sudan embassy or Contact us here for the latest travel information to Djibouti. 

Djibouti Vehicle Hire Services

Film Crew Fixers Ethiopia will help you organize transport for film crews to film in the Gulf of Tadjoura depending on their interest, budget and the nature of roads in such selected locations to film. We recommend Customized 4x4WD Land Cruisers. For us to estimate how much it will cost in terms of fuel, we will need to look at your filming schedule to establish mileage and distance to be travelled. 

Film Fixers in Djibouti to help you film in the Gulf of Tadjoura

All our vehicles come with drivers who act as location fixers and most of them have been to almost all parts of Djibouti and are thus conversant with the local situations and are able to provide relevant information and fix any situation on ground. These act as intermediaries between you and our office while on location in Djibouti. Contact us here if you are in need of a Film fixer in Djibouti to help you film in the Gulf of Tadjoura.

Where to Stay during filming in the Gulf of Tadjoura

Lodge options to stay in during filming in the Gulf of Tadjoura range from Budget, mid-range to luxury options. You will choose what to stay in depending on your interests and budget. Contact us here for booking and reservation details

What is the best time to film in the Gulf of Tadjoura

Filming in the Gulf of Tadjoura is done throughout the year and the best time is during the dry season between June to September. 

Why use Film crew fixers Ethiopia to film in the Gulf of Tadjoura

Film crew Fixers is a local fixer company in East Africa, Uganda. We assist filming companies and Production agencies in Ethiopia and Djibouti. We handle all fixer services required with our professional team of local fixers and driver guides. We have all relevant connections with other service providers and government agencies in Djibouti to make sure that accreditation and filming permits for filming in Djibouti are processed in the shortest time possible. Contact us for details and all relevant information you would like to know for successful filming in the Gulf of Tadjoura.

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