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Filming in Malka Mari National Park-Kenya

Filming in Malka Mari National Park-Kenya

Filming in Malka Mari National Park-Kenya

Filming in Malka Mari National Park-Kenya: This the one of the prominent national parks in Kenya though less known by most of the visitors. Malka Mari National Park span to the prominent Dawa river and it known as the park that is located at the  extreme  north east of Kenya of the well-established plateau known as the Mandera Plateau. Filming in Malka Mari National Park is of great important and you will not regret making the filming safari to this great destination and place people enjoy and love being on this Great Park because of the interesting features that this great park offers. After realizing that there were a lot of the wildlife species in this great destination, the Kenyan authorities decided to gazette this place as the national park and th9is was in the year 1989.  Filming in Malka Mari National Park involves the film crew members filming attraction such as the hills, the valleys, Mari fort among other great species which is extremely wonderful and interesting.

What to film in Malka Mari National Park?

Filming here will lead you to one of Kenya’s many unexplored locations, Malka Mari National Park may be one of the best kept secrets in the country and a perfect filming spot. Malka Mari National Park may be one of the few locations left where it is still possible to experience nature in its unadulterated, raw form, with its captivating landscapes that include ant hills, dancing gazelles, Somali giraffes, laughing spotted hyenas, and amazing Nile Crocodiles of the great Dawa River which can be filmed. There are also a few historical sites nearby that might catch your interest, like the Malka Mari Fort, which is worthwhile a visit. Given how dry and hostile the climate is, there are hardly any permanent human settlements in the region. Although they are few in number, Gurreh nomadic herders dominate the area.

 The film crew members also will have a chance to enjoy and film different species of birds that are found in Malka Mari National Park. More than 20 different bird species can be found in Malka Mari National Park, including the endangered Corvus ruficollis, Streptopelia decipiens, and Cichladusa gutta. The Malka Mara fort, valleys, hills, culture, lovely scenery for photographic activities, and other attractions are just some of the park’s additional attractions in addition to its diverse bird, plant, and animal species. As a result, Malka Mara National Park offers tourists and visitors an enjoyable experience.

Requirements for filming in Malka Mari National Park

Filming permits in Malka Mari National Park

To film in Malka Mari National Park you will need to secure a filming permit from the Kenya Film Commission and the authorities by writing a letter requesting and filling out an application letter and providing a copy of your screenplay, a summary of your program, and a filming schedule with your application. These will be forwarded to the Kenya Film Commission’s Film Licensing Officer. Permits are issued in minutes for feature films, documentaries, short films, music videos, corporate videos, and commercials. Television series and feature film applications are processed within 48 hours of submission. Contact us at Africa Adventure Vacations and we will assist you in obtaining filming permission from Kenyan officials to ensure successful filming in Malka Mari National Park.

Filming fees and costs in Filming in Malka Mari National Park

For any person interested in Malka Mari National Park they will have to pay some costs and fees to be granted permission to do any filming activity. As such, the filming challenges in filming in Malka Mari National Park

  • 8,000 shillings ($80) per person, per week or part-week;
  • For six (6) to ten (10) people, the weekly or part-week rate is Ksh 12,000 ($115).
  • 20,000 (2.00) for more than ten (10) people for one week or part of the week.

Kenya filming costs

  1. a) Kenya Shillings (Kshs/USD) filming rates
  • Adverts, documentaries, dramas, short features, still photographs, Khs. 5, 000(50 dollars)
  • TV series and feature films in their entirety cost Ksh. 15, 000 ($150).
  • Daily filming fees of Ksh. 1,000($10)
  1. (b) Liaison officer’s service charges
  • The Ministry charges Ksh. 400 ($5) per day to cover the Liaison Officer’s services provided by a government Liaison Officer to be attached to the crew.
  1. C) Other charges
  • Before participating in any filming, each guest must pay Ksh. 2,000($20) to the Department of Immigration Services for a special pass. While the filming special permission is being processed, artists may enter Kenya on a visitor’s pass.
  • On presentation of a film license, a small non-refundable fee of 1% of the equipment’s worth or Ksh 30, 000 ($300) (whichever is less) is payable to the Customs Department.

In addition to the above, you will need to pay for press accreditation, lodging, and transportation to successfully shoot the video in filming in Malka Mari National Park.

Press Accreditation

To film in Malka Mari National Park, all film crew members must be accredited by the Kenya Film Commission. Local filming agencies and private production companies or individuals must apply through a local agent registered with the Ministry. This is a prerequisite for all applications to make feature films and documentaries. Each crew member must fill out the Kenya Film License Form (which we normally send), scan it, and return it to us along with a copy of their passport and one photo for the filming license. We will then require a letter from the filming company specifying the name of the filming company, the reason for filming, the location of filming, and the film crew’s contact information. This letter is subsequently forwarded to the Kenya Film Commission for the film license to be processed. A film license is usually awarded within 2-3 business days.

Vehicle hiring services

You need a 4×4 vehicle when going to do filming in Malka Mari National Park. When you trust Africa Adventure Vacations as your film fixer, then you will get the opportunity to book for yourself a strong vehicle that will transport the crew members to and from Malka Mari National Park in Kenya. We offer the vehicle based on the preferences of our clients and their budget, but also the location where you are going to film, because it may also determine the kind of vehicle that you might need. Because of the nature of the terrain, which might make you travel long distances, we kindly urge you to book our customized tour.

Daily, these cost about $200 to $250 per vehicle, and this price includes the fuel and the driver. You can also opt for our 4×4 safari van, which is available for $200 daily. By contacting us, we shall make sure that we calculate everything, and thus we shall inform you and give you the inclusive price. Each of our vehicles is accompanied by drivers who work as area fixers, and many of them have traveled to nearly every part of Kenya so they are familiar with the local conditions and can provide critical information and resolve any situation on the ground. While in Kenya, these serve as intermediaries between you and our office. And please contact us for any film fixers in Tanzania. We are available 24 hours a day to be able to help you with all the information relating to filming in Malka Mari National Park in Kenya.

All of our vehicles include a driver who serves as the location fixer. Most of them have visited practically every section of Kenya and are thus familiar with local conditions and can provide relevant information and resolve any local issues. While on location  in Malka Mari National Park, they work as liaisons between our clients and our office.

Visa recommendation

You’ll need to get a tourist visa. Many film crews choose to get a visa before visiting Kenya. Visas, on the other hand, are easily obtained upon admission into the country. In this situation, you can obtain a tourist visa at the Nairobi International Airport for USD51.0

When is the best time to do filming in Malka Mari National Park?

Filming in Malka Mari National Park is an adventure that is done all year round, but the best time for filming is during December and then from June to October. This time, weather conditions are dry and this makes filming activities so much more fantastic. However, the best time to do filming in Malka Mari National Park is during the rainy season, when the green vegetation blooms and provides an amazing scenic view (November to May), while the dry season offers the best photo opportunities, both on short and long hikes (May to October).

How to get to Malka Mari National Park for filming

Through road transportation, the film crew members will take A2 route of the northern Tarmac Road to Isiolo, then continue to Moyale Town, which is located just across the Ethiopian border. From Moyale, take the D504 Road on the eastern side, passing through Yabdus and Sara Hills, and then Takaba. Before turning north and traveling 65 km from Takaba to Bannissa Town, travel at least 160 km. This is the most secure and safest way to enter the park.

By air transport, 165 kilometers south of Bannissa Town, in Takaba Town, is the Takaba airstrip. It is in good condition, and at the moment, local passenger flights operate in this region twice a week (Sunday and Tuesday). For you to access the Buko Travelers and Shillow Tours

Where to stay during filming in Malka Mari National Park

The Malka Mari National Park in Kenya is home to upscale hotels that offer visitors a safe place to stay as well as a host of appealing amenities, such as a lounge, an exercise facility, business services, and rooms with special accommodations for people with disabilities. De L Horloge, Al-Marwa Hotel, and Galana Palace Hotel are just a few places to stay. The park is a good place to camp as well because there are safe camping areas available, and you can bring your tent with you when visiting the park.

Why should you book your Kenya filming safari with Africa Adventure Vacations?

Africa Adventure Vacations is a popular tourist company based in Uganda that operates in East African countries such as Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, and South Africa. We have more than ten years of experience assisting filming and production companies and individual travelers who are interested in filming Masai Mara National Reserve, nature-related wildlife and African culture. We offer services such as obtaining filming permission, clearing filming equipment, reserving lodging, and arranging transportation to filming businesses, all in the shortest amount of time possible. Other wildlife tours are available in all of the countries mentioned above, including gorilla tours in Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. As a result, you should not hesitate to choose us as your East African film fixers, especially in Kenya for your Kenyan filming experience.

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