Filming Chimpanzees in Uganda

Capturing Primate Majesty: Chimpanzee Filming in Uganda’s Kibale Forest National Park

Filming Chimpanzees in Uganda — Embark on an enthralling cinematic journey with Trek Africa Expeditions, a homegrown Ugandan company based in Entebbe, renowned for orchestrating seamless safaris, tours, and wildlife filming experiences within Uganda’s National Parks. Leveraging our local expertise, we specialize in offering comprehensive support for film crews seeking to document the rich biodiversity of Uganda’s natural landscapes. With diverse ecosystems and vegetation covering each National Park, our knowledgeable team, being both Ugandans and wildlife professionals, provides invaluable assistance tailored to the unique requirements of each film shoot.

Uganda’s National Parks, safeguarded by the Uganda Wildlife Authority, stand as sanctuaries for diverse wildlife. If you aspire to film within these protected areas, a crucial step is securing a filming contract or a memorandum of understanding with the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Contact Trek Africa Expeditions for detailed insights and guidance on navigating the procedural intricacies for your filming project.

Filming Fees and Logistics

Filming within Uganda’s National Parks entails a prescribed fee to the Uganda Wildlife Authority, contingent upon the crew size and the duration of the shoot. As a general rule, an extended filming period translates to reduced fees. Additionally, crews are responsible for covering vehicle expenses, park entry fees, monitoring fees, and a refundable fee, reimbursed upon submission of a DVD copy to the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Chimpanzee Filming: A Prized Cinematic Endeavor

For filmmakers captivated by the charm of chimpanzees, Uganda presents an array of locations, including the captivating Kibale Forest National Park and the Budongo Forest in Murchison Falls National Park. The Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kalinzu Forest Reserve near Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Ngamba Island on Lake Victoria, housing rescued chimpanzees, further add to the diversity of filming opportunities.

Chimpanzee filming in Uganda, particularly in Kibale Forest National Park, necessitates a daily payment of USD 1000 for a film crew not exceeding five members. Additionally, a Chimpanzee permit of USD 200 per crew member per day is required. These fees exclude monitoring charges and a refundable USD 1000 fee, redeemable upon furnishing the Uganda Wildlife Authority with a copy of the filmed content.

For those aspiring to film chimpanzees in Budongo Forest Reserve, obtaining a filming permit from the Uganda National Forestry Authority is imperative. Trek Africa Expeditions stands as your ally in this intricate process, facilitating the acquisition of permits and contracts for Chimpanzee filming across various locations in Uganda, including research centers, ensuring a seamless and memorable filming experience.