Filming Leopards in Rwanda

Filming Leopards in Rwanda

Filming Leopards in Rwanda. Leopards in Rwanda can only be filmed in Akagera National Park. The leopard sightings in Rwanda are rare and you will have to plan in advance if you are to film them. This gives you an opportunity to get advanced trackers who know the habits of the leopards to make the sightings much easier. The Magashi camp area is where you will most likely find the leopards in Akagera . The known number is that of about 15 to 20 leopards in the park. The population decreased during the past two decades due to the insurgency that ushered in the genocide. The management of African park is working so hard to enure their revival and conservation in Akagera national park.

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What you need to film in Rwanda

First and foremost, you will need to have a filming permit which is the same as Media accreditation in Rwanda for you to be allowed to film in Rwanda. Let Film crew Fixers do it for you to avoid any hustle. The Filming permits in Rwanda cost $100 that is valid for a month and $200 valid for a period of 3 to 6 months. Depending on the location n that you are interested in, you might need to request for filming permission, this is mostly required when accessing government facilities or public spaces. While some permission will require you to make some payments, other are free are free of charge. Contact us at Film crew fixers

Rwanda Press Accreditation

For you to be accredited in Rwanda for filming, you are required to fill in an application form and below are the necessary requirements;

    • An Official letter requesting for accreditation addressed to the Executive Secretary
    • Two colored passport size photographs
    • A copy of your passport
    • A copy of visa except for those who come from countries that benefit from the Rwanda Visa Waiver For example From the East African Community member states, USA, COMESA Member states among others contact us for more details
    • A copy of a press card from your country of origin
    • A receipt of Payment from the Rwanda Revenue Authority
    • List of Filming equipment and kits to be used during your shoot

In addition to the above, you will be required to write a letter that has details of who you are, why you are filming, where you will be filming, and details of crew members on this shoot. This letter is attached to the other details provided. This process is always easier if you work with a fixer that is in the country this takes 2-3 working days for the press accreditation cards to be ready.

The prices of Rwanda Press Accreditation vary depending on the length of your shoot in Rwanda;

    • $100 Press Accreditation Card valid for 1 to 3 months
    • $200 Press Accreditation Card valid for 3 to 6 months
    • $300 Press Accreditation Card valid for 6 months to 1 year

Kindly note the rates above are used as a guide and these change from time to time. Contact us here for up-to-date rates.

Rwanda Visa Advice

You will need to purchase a Tourist visa for you to get into Rwanda for Filming. The visas can be applied for online and also at arrival at any entry point and in this case Kigali International Airport. The visa will cost USD51.00 for Tourist Visa you will get it immediately. Exceptions are for those come from countries that benefit from the Rwanda Visa Waiver For example the East African Community member states, USA, COMESA Member states among others don’t need to pay for the Visa and they will be cleared upon arrival at any point of entry into Rwanda contact us for more details.

Vehicle and Transportation Services

Film Crew Fixers will help you organize transport for film crews to film in Rwanda. 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

There are several options that you can choose from including Akagera Game lodge, Ruzizi tented lodge, Bugesera lodge and several others.

Best time to film in Rwanda.

Filming in Rwanda 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 Rwanda.

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