Which rate applies to me, content creator or commercial film crew?

Content creators film with a phone, a GoPro or a small camera and do not need a Film Board permit; they pay the Group or Private rate. Commercial film crews (documentaries and broadcasters) pay the crew rate, and the Film Board permit, the NCAA and TANAPA filming fees are paid separately. Tell us what you plan to film and we will confirm your rate in writing.

Are the filming permit and the drone permit included?

No. The filming permit is not included, and a drone needs its own permit (from USD 5,000, paid separately). We help you apply for both. Tell us when you book so we can start in time.

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4 Days / 3 NightsFilming Safari: We Help With Permits

Tanzania Wild Lens: Empakaai Crater Filming Safari

4 Days of Filming & Photography at Empakaai Crater and Lake Natron, by NS Camera

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Empakaai Crater: Halidtz, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Flamingos at Lake Natron: Christoph Strässler, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0 · Flamingos on Lake Natron: Richard Mortel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 · Ol Doinyo Lengai: Clem23, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

Business licence required for filming

Every client who wants to film must hold their own business licence. TANAPA requires it before it grants permission to film in the national parks.

Quick Expedition Facts

Duration:4 Days

Best Months:All Year

Starting Point:Arusha / Kilimanjaro

Trip Overview

A filming and photography safari by Tanzania Wild Lens (NS Camera) and Strenger African Safaris, built around Empakaai Crater: hiking shots from Olmoti, a full day in the crater, Maasai culture filmed with consent and the flamingos of Lake Natron at sunrise. Two rates: content creators, and commercial film crews. The filming permit and the drone permit are paid separately and we help you apply.

Strenger African Safaris routes this journey through the celebrated wildlife reserves of Northern Tanzania. Travelling by 4x4 safari vehicle with your guide, you will watch lion prides, elephant herds and sweeping landscapes at close range.

Highlights of this Journey:

Content creator rate: film with a phone, GoPro or small camera, no Film Board permit needed
Hiking shots from Olmoti Crater to Empakaai and sunset filming at the rim
A full day filming flamingos, buffalo and birds inside Empakaai Crater
Maasai village cultural filming, with consent
Sunrise flamingos at Lake Natron
We help you apply for your filming and drone permits

What's Included

Professional safari guide and filming guide
Park fees and conservation fees
Luxury camping
All meals
Transport in a 4x4 filming vehicle with a roof hatch
Maasai guide and cultural visit
Help with your drone permit application
Drinking water

What's Excluded

•Filming permit (not included; we help you apply)
•Commercial film crews: Film Board permit (USD 1,000), NCAA filming fee (USD 300 per day) and TANAPA filming fee (USD 250 to 300 per day), paid separately
•Drone permit (from USD 5,000), paid separately
•Flights
•Tips

Book Direct with Operator

Reserve Your Safari

Direct from the operator

1. Choose Your Comfort Level:

Join a small group departure

2. Departure Date:

3. Party Size:

AdultsAge 13+

Children under 4100% FREE

Children 4–1250% discount

Estimated Total:

$850

$850 per person4 Days Safari

Optional 30% deposit at checkout ($255); balance due 30 days before departure.

Download itinerary PDFDay by day, route map and where you will stay (PDF)

Need assistance right now?

Call our Arusha operations office directly at +255 658 220 802

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