Why We’re the Right Production
Coordinator in Tanzania
From the wildebeest and zebras traipsing across the vast plains of the Serengeti to the tree-swinging chimpanzees in the Gombe Stream National Park where Dr. Jane Goodall famously conducted her research, this stunning East African state has several amazing potential filming locations.
Your production assistant in Tanzania will work closely with the local journalist fixer to find the best places to fit your production vision and needs. But until then, why not take a look at our top location choices?
Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam is Tanzania’s largest city and major port and offers a blend of urban charm and coastal beauty. Your location scout will recommend noteworthy areas such as the bustling Kariakoo Market, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and Coco Beach, reporting to your production coordinator in Tanzania with all the important details. The city’s waterfront area has several great coffee shops and restaurants that offer a taste of the local seafood and can make an ideal spot for filming travel and international shows.
Zanzibar
Zanzibar, famed as the birthplace of rockstar and Queen frontman, Freddie Mercury, is an enchanting archipelago off the coast of Tanzania. Stone Town, the old part of the Zanzibar City located on Unguja Island, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A veritable maze of narrow alleyways lined with ornately carved doorways, and ancient mosques and palaces, it makes a magical location to shoot in. Your production coordinator in Tanzania will ensure access to the various historic buildings and the wondrous spice plantations that grow on Zanzibar’s islands.
Zanzibar
Lake Victoria
Lake Victoria, in Northern Tanzania (and parts of Uganda and Kenya), is Africa’s largest lake and the source of the Nile River. With more than 200 species of fish, alongside crocodiles, hippos, and other diverse wildlife, it’s perfect for capturing the wonders of African wildlife. The lake supports Africa’s largest inland fishery, with many of its islands home to traditional fishing communities. Your journalist fixer can help organise interviews with local fisherfolk but you’ll need a filming permit from Tanzania Film Censorship Board to film here.
Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak and Tanzania’s most iconic landmark is an astonishing landmark to behold. While climbing Kilimanjaro is a bucket-list experience for many, filming here will require a fee and getting the filming permits issued by the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with all relevant Government offices. Your location scout will obtain all the necessary details, and can also offer you ideas for filming in the majestic mountain’s foothills, which is equally stunning and home to the ancient Chagga people.
Kilimanjaro
Serengeti
The Serengeti is easily Tanzania’s most famous national park, and it’s easy to see why.
If you film here from Mid-June to November, you’ll catch the spectacular Great Migration. This is when millions of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing grounds, pursued by predatory lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Allow your production coordinator in Tanzania to work with your location scout in sourcing the filming permits you need to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime filming experience.
Location Scouting in Tanzania
Whatever part of this extraordinary East African country you’d like to film in, our experienced production coordinator in Tanzania can help. Not just by recommending tailored locations based on the particulars of your film project, but also by ensuring that you are aware of and apply for the requisite filming permission.
Tanzania is a remarkable country in that the choice of incredible filming locations is many, but the filming process can be complex. However, with Tanzania Fixers as your partner, you’ll not need to worry about things not turning out right.
Once you’ve decided on your filming spots, our talented local team will organize and manage permits, transport, location access, and any other essential logistics. We’ll be there to support you throughout it all, offering our professional know-how in all areas of your production at the start, middle, and finish. To find out more, drop us a line.
