Gorilla filming permits in Uganda are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority, which manages all the national parks in the country. You can also get them through a trusted tour company. When applying for a permit, you must indicate the number of filming days, your age, and the exact dates you plan to film.
Mountain gorilla filming permits in Uganda cost $4,200 per hour. In addition to this, every person in the filming crew must also pay for a regular gorilla permit. To get a better filming experience, you can choose to pay for a gorilla habituation permit, which costs $1,500 per person. A regular gorilla permit costs $800 per person.
If you plan to film mountain gorillas, you should book your permits 3 to 6 months in advance because they are in high demand, especially during the dry season. You will receive a $100 refund if you give a copy of your finished CD to the Uganda Wildlife Authority so they can use it to promote mountain gorillas in Uganda.
Uganda is open for gorilla filming all year round, but some months are better than others. The best time to visit is during the dry seasons from June to September and December to February. During this time, the vegetation is thinner, and the trails are not muddy or slippery, making filming easier.
Mountain gorillas live in high-altitude rainforests where it can rain at any time, even during the dry season. Tourists should pack garden gloves, waterproof hiking boots, raincoats, plenty of drinking water, energy snacks, sunscreen, insect repellent, and other essentials.
If you are planning to come for mountain gorilla filming, remember that using flash cameras is not allowed. You should either turn off the flash or bring a camera that does not have a flash.
Visitors coming for gorilla filming must clear with the authorities at Entebbe International Airport upon arrival. This includes getting media cards and declaring filming equipment for all crew members, journalists, individuals, or professional photographers.
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