Best Time for filming in Uganda

Best Time for filming in Uganda – A Choice Between Dry and Wet Seasons?

Best Time for filming in Uganda — Embarking on a filming venture in Uganda, often hailed as the Pearl of Africa, unfolds a myriad of picturesque landscapes and potential filming locations that attract numerous filming and documentary production companies. Positioned in East Africa along the Equator line, Uganda enjoys favorable climate conditions throughout the year. While filming is feasible at any time, discerning the best period revolves around the two windows of the dry seasons. The first dry season spans from December to February, followed by the second one from June to August. Trek Africa Expeditions strongly advises against filming during the wet seasons of March to May and September to October.

Filming Amidst the Dry Season

For filming companies seeking uninterrupted shoots throughout the day, Uganda’s dry seasons provide an ideal setting. The absence of rain ensures that your filming schedule remains intact without weather-induced interruptions. Particularly in remote areas with inadequate infrastructure, the dry seasons mitigate challenges posed by poor, rain-deteriorated roads, which become slippery and hinder smooth transportation.

Dry seasons emerge as the prime time for capturing Uganda’s wildlife in its national parks. The period witnesses animals congregating at specific water points, simplifying the filming process. Behavioral activities unfold during these moments, enhancing the overall quality of the footage.

However, one aspect to contend with during dry seasons is the potential overheating of filming equipment. The spike in temperatures can lead to equipment heating, especially for gear not acclimated to the harsh climatic conditions prevalent in Uganda and Africa.

Feel free to reach out to us with any queries. Whether you require assistance with location scouting, filming permissions, Press Accreditation, kit clearance through Uganda customs, transportation, accommodation, or local fixers, we’re here to cater to your needs.

Uganda Filming Permits – Streamlining the Process

Trek Africa Film Fixers facilitates the seamless organization of filming permits and permissions for film crews intending to shoot in Uganda. Various locations necessitate permissions for filming, a task we efficiently undertake on behalf of contacting film crews. Collaborating closely with government agencies, we ensure timely acquisition of permits. Agencies like the National Forestry Authority often require a simple letter expressing the desire to film in Uganda’s forests.

Uganda Wildlife Authority mandates film crews to sign a memorandum of understanding-filming contract for their time in any of Uganda’s National Parks. Trek Africa Film Fixers adeptly manages this process, requiring only details of what, where, and how long you plan to film. Once provided, we forward the particulars to Uganda Wildlife Authority for evaluation and subsequent processing of the filming contract.

Ensuring Filming Security in Uganda

Trek Africa Expeditions takes the initiative to arrange and coordinate filming security for film crews and production companies upon request. Insuring filming equipment often necessitates security measures, offering protection in unforeseen circumstances. Uganda Police, a cost-effective option, can be utilized for security purposes. Additionally, licensed private security firms, equipped with uniformed or plainclothes personnel, armed or unarmed, are available upon request.

Your logistical fixers at Trek Africa Expeditions stand ready to assist in organizing security for your filming projects in Uganda and Rwanda. A simple email, phone call, or WhatsApp message is all it takes to initiate this process.