When is the best time to go Filming in Rwanda?

When is the best time to go Filming in Rwanda?? This is an Asked Question from the film crew and filmmakers seeking to film in Rwanda. The most desirable, excellent or quality time in Rwanda does depend on a number of factors; what you intend to film, what you intend to achieve to shoot among other things.

For example, while we both know that one can film gorillas in Rwanda, and also film shoebill in Akagera Np, the two activities are different and shot at different locations.

Gorilla Filming in Rwanda is the best done in dry season months of June to September and December to March while shoebill filming is the best done in the months of December to February a period when Rwanda hosts lots of Wintering and Palearctic migrant Bird species.

When is the best time to go Filming in Rwanda? What this means in other words is that speak to us about you filming project in Rwanda and we will be able to recommend the best time , location ,and what sort of permits & permissions you might need to film in the said Rwanda location. However if you are looking at a more general (touristic) answer of when it is best to go filming in Rwanda, then this would be in the dry season months of June to September and December to March.

Frequently asked Questions-FAQS

When is the best time to film Gorillas in Rwanda? The best time to film mountain gorillas in Rwanda is in the dry season months from June to September and December to March. Reason: The trailheads leading to the gorillas during this time are a lot drier and less challenging to navigate.

• Where too film gorillas in Rwanda?
• What are the requirements for film fixers intending to film Gorillas in Rwanda?
• How do I find a local fixer in Rwanda to help with permits &permission?

Contact us here to get these questions answered plus When is the best time to go Filming in Rwanda?

Requirements and permissions for filming in Rwanda

You will need to get a filming permit for you to be allowed to film in Rwanda. Rwanda filming permits are issued by the Ministry of Sports and Culture. Filming permits can be secured directly by contacting this ministry however if you want less hassle then Eco film fixers can assist you to do all the ground process to secure for you the Rwanda Filming permits. Filming permits in Rwanda cost $30 valid for 15 Days and $50 valid for 3 Days the permit is strictly issued by Rwanda Academy of Language and Culture. Then for your filming equipment will also need to be cleared with customs at the point of Entry in Rwanda. Contact us at Eco film fixers we will be able to process both the filming permissions with Local Authorities in Rwanda, Accommodation, transportation for you as well guide and help you with clearance processes at the point of entry into Rwanda.

Rwanda Press Accreditation

After securing the Rwanda Filming permits for filming in Rwanda, all film crew members must have press Accreditation from the Rwanda Media High Council. For you to get the press accreditation in Rwanda you will be required to fill in the Rwanda Press Accreditation Application Form (Which we normally send to you) with all details and then attached the following;

• Official letter requesting for accreditation addressed to the Executive Secretary
• Two coloured passport size photographs
• A copy of your passport
• A copy of visa expect 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 here for more details
• A copy of a press card from your country of origin
• A receipt of Payment from Rwanda Revenue Authority
• List of Filming equipment and kits to be used during your shoot

On top of this, we will need a letter from the filming company detailing who they are, why they are filming, where they will be filming and details of crew members on this shoot. We will attach this letter to all details provided and send them to Rwanda Media High Council for press accreditation. This takes 2-3 working days for the press accreditation cards to be ready.

For you to secure the Rwanda Press Accreditation you are required to pay as follows to Rwanda Revenue Authority depending on the length of your shoot in Rwanda;

• $30 Press Accreditation Card valid for 01 to 15 days
• $50 Press Accreditation Card valid for 15 days to 30 days
• $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 the tourist or Business visa for you to get into Rwanda for Filming. Many film crews prefer obtaining their visas before they come to Rwanda but visas can be obtained easily upon arrival at any entry point and in this case Kigali International Airport upon paying either USD30.00 for Tourist Visa you will be able to get it immediately. 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 don’t need to pay for the Visa and they will be cleared upon arrival at any point of entry into Rwanda contact us here for more details.

Rwanda Vehicle Hire Services

Eco film fixers organizes transport for film crews depending on their interest, budget and the nature of roads in such selected locations they are filming in Rwanda. For rough terrains, like in National Parks, we recommend Customized 4×4 Land Cruisers which costs from USD200-250 per vehicle per day with Driver/Fixer or 4×4 Safari Vans from USD200 per Van per day with driver/Fixer. 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. We also organize both charter and schedule air transport for those that need to fly in order to reduce on the number of hours.

Fixers in Rwanda to help you with filming

All our vehicles come with drivers who act as location fixers and most of them have been to almost all parts of Rwanda 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 Rwanda.

Accommodation in Kigali City

Accommodation options to stay in during filming in Kigali City range from Budget, mid-range to luxury options. You will choose what to stay in depending on your interests and budget. Lodge options include Five to Five Hotel, 2000 Downtown Hotel, Chez Lando and Kigali Marriott Hotel among others. Contact us here for reservation and booking details.

Why use Eco film fixers to film in Rwanda.

Eco film fixers is a local fixer company, we assist filming companies and Production agencies in Uganda and East Africa as a whole we have done this for the last 8 years. 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 Rwanda to make sure that accreditation and filming permits are processed in the shortest time possible. Contact us for details and all relevant information you would like to know when filming in Rwanda and When is the best time to go Filming in Rwanda?