Filming In Mabamba Swamp – what is there to film in Mabamba Swamp near Entebbe – 45 minutes by boat from Port Alice in Nakiwogo.
While there might be quite a few other things to film in Mabamba Swamp, the most popular is shoebill filming. Prior to any shoot in Mabamba Swamp, film crew ought to have secured all relevant permits and permissions – Realm Africa Safaris™ a Local film fixer based in Entebbe city can assist in securing all the permits & permissions needed including importation and use or hiring of a drone in Entebbe – should you need it.
Requirements for filming in Mabamba Swamp on Lake Victoria
Primarily, all film crew intending to conduct any filming works in Uganda ought to have secured press Accreditation from the Uganda Media Council.
A location filming permit is a second requirement – this you get from relevant owners or management authorities of the location at which you intend to film. For instance, for filming permissions to shoot in Mabamba swamp, you (we can do this on your behalf) will need to seek permission from Mabamba Wetland Eco-tourism Association (MWETA). The location filming permit fees for filming In Mbamba Swamp are negotiable depending on the scope of your film shoot – it’s at this point that you will need a local film fixer like Realm Africa Safaris™ to negotiate and secure the best filming permit deals for your shoot in Mabamba Swamp.
For crew intending to do aerial filming in Mabamba swamp using a drone, you will need to either import or locally hire a drone in Uganda. For persons who choose to import, permits & permissions need to be sought for from Ministry of defence and the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority. The process of applying and successfully securing all relevant permits and permissions might last over three months – we, therefore, recommend starting this process earlier at least six (06) months prior to the shoot.
Best time to film in Mabamba Swamp on lake Victoria
In general, the best time for bird watching in Uganda is from late May through September, when there is less rain and food is abundant.
How to get to Mabamba Swamp on Lake Victoria.
- By Car ( Entebbe/Kampala):
Following the Kawuku – Nakawuka road, drive approximately 41.5km (1hour 15 minutes) on a dirt road. This drive can be longer in the wet season months of May & November – remember to find out the road Status.
- By Bicycle ( from Entebbe):
If you are a bicycle lover, you can opt to cycle your way to Mabamba Swamp in the company of a trained local cyclist guide. Cycling to Mabamba takes ± 2 hours. The route is through the local villages and therefore you get abetter insight into the daily life of the locals.
- By boat ( from Entebbe at Port Alice in Nakiwogo)
Getting to Mabamba Swamp by boat is our most preferred style. We get you onto a motorized wooden canoe at the Nakiwogo landing site. The trip to Mabamba will last 45 minutes (one way) and is a lot more rewarding for bird lovers, as you get to see a lot More birds other than when you travel by bicycle or car.
Where to stay during your visit to Mabamba Swamp on Lake Victoria
For film crew shooting on Mabamba Swamp, you may choose whether to stay at Nkima Safari lodge – hardly 5 minutes from the Mabamba Swamp offices or you could choose from the varied range of film crew accommodation on the Entebbe mainland – 45 minutes by speed boat to get to Mabamba Swamp.
Additional Film crew & cast services offered by Realm Africa Safaris™:
Dealing with the right persons (company) to assist you clear all your filming equipment will help make your shoot a success. Realm Africa Safaris™ can assist in clearing you Filming Kit at any entry point in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda & Rwanda. Among the things we do is assist in temporary importation of filming drones. However, drones being a sensitive subject, we often recommend starting this process a lot earlier. Ample time is the secret to successfully importing a drone in most destinations we fix.
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- Transportation:
Realm Africa Safaris™ operates a fleet of very reliable and purpose suited vehicles for filming. From open-sided jeeps to very basic closed cars including well-suited equipment carriers. We can arrange both your crew and equipment transportation.
Our Filming security services are designed to secure your filming location, and protect your cast, crew, and equipment. Location shooting offers its own unique threats and risks, so we design patrol tours, standing guard placement, and post-order duties to maximize our surveillance and minimize opportunities for theft, trespassing, vandalism, disturbances, and other unwanted activity.
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