Filmmakers from around the world are drawn to Africa and the Indian Ocean for their diverse landscapes, vibrant cultures, and untapped cinematic potential. From the sweeping plains of Kenya to the tropical luxury of the Maldives, these destinations offer incredible backdrops—but they also require careful planning and expert local support.
That’s where African Fixers come in. With on-the-ground experience in Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia, African Fixers ensure your production runs smoothly by handling permits, logistics, crew sourcing, and location management.
Filming in Kenya
Kenya is famous for its wildlife safaris, golden savannas, and bustling urban life. The Maasai Mara and Amboseli National Park are ideal for nature documentaries, while Nairobi offers modern infrastructure for commercial and corporate shoots.
African Fixers in Kenya handle wildlife filming permits, local crew recruitment, transport arrangements, and location scouting, ensuring your shoot is efficient and compliant with regulations.
Filming highlights with African Fixers in Kenya:
- Arrange wildlife filming permits for Maasai Mara, Amboseli, and Tsavo
- Coordinate transport to remote safari locations
- Provide bilingual local crew and production assistants
- Scout both urban and rural filming locations
📂 View our Kenya location deck
Filming in Madagascar
Madagascar’s otherworldly landscapes, baobab-lined avenues, and endemic wildlife make it a dream for filmmakers seeking unique visuals. From the Avenue of the Baobabs to remote tropical islands, the variety is unmatched.
African Fixers in Madagascar navigate equipment import permits, location negotiations, and multilingual crew hiring, helping productions overcome the country’s logistical challenges.
Filming highlights with African Fixers in Madagascar:
- Secure equipment import and customs clearance
- Access to Avenue of the Baobabs and unique coastal villages
- Hire local fixers and translators for regional dialects
- Arrange 4×4 transport to hard-to-reach filming sites
📂 View our Madagascar location deck
Filming in the Maldives
The Maldives is a haven for filmmakers looking for crystal-clear waters, luxury resorts, and exotic island scenery. Popular for commercials, music videos, and travel films, it offers both natural beauty and world-class hospitality.
African Fixers in the Maldives arrange marine filming permits, drone permissions, underwater camera crews, and resort access, streamlining shoots in this paradise.
Filming highlights with African Fixers in the Maldives:
- Obtain marine filming permits and drone approvals
- Arrange underwater filming crews and gear
- Negotiate resort filming agreements
- Coordinate boat transfers between islands
📂 View our Maldives location deck
Filming in Nigeria
Nigeria is the beating heart of Nollywood and one of Africa’s most vibrant cultural hubs. Lagos, with its urban energy, offers dynamic cityscapes, while rural areas provide authentic village settings.
African Fixers in Nigeria manage city filming permits, local casting, production security, and industry networking, ensuring smooth shoots in fast-paced environments.
Filming highlights with African Fixers in Nigeria:
- Process city filming permits quickly
- Source experienced Nollywood crew and talent
- Provide production security and transport
- Connect you with local industry contacts
📂 View our Nigeria location deck
Filming in Tanzania
Tanzania is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, and the spice-filled streets of Zanzibar. Its mix of wildlife, coastline, and heritage makes it versatile for any production.
African Fixers in Tanzania organize national park permits, remote location transport, and accommodation arrangements, ensuring a seamless filming experience from the mountains to the sea.
Filming highlights with African Fixers in Tanzania:
- Obtain national park filming permits
- Manage location scouting in both mainland and Zanzibar
- Arrange camping or lodge accommodation in remote areas
- Coordinate coastal filming and marine permits
📂 View our Tanzania location deck
Filming in Uganda
Known as the Pearl of Africa, Uganda offers gorilla trekking, volcanic landscapes, and lush rainforests. It’s perfect for wildlife documentaries and adventure travel content.
African Fixers in Uganda secure specialist wildlife filming permits, coordinate rural access, and arrange cross-border shoots, making even the most remote productions possible.
Filming highlights with African Fixers in Uganda:
- Secure gorilla and wildlife filming permits
- Provide specialist guides for protected areas
- Arrange cross-border shoots with neighbouring countries
- Source 4×4 vehicles for challenging terrain
📂 View our Uganda location deck
Filming in Zambia
Zambia boasts Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River, and untouched wilderness areas that provide cinematic power. It’s a hidden gem for filmmakers wanting dramatic landscapes and water-based shoots.
African Fixers in Zambia handle aerial drone permits, national park access, river filming logistics, and local crew sourcing, allowing productions to focus on storytelling.
Filming highlights with African Fixers in Zambia:
- Obtain aerial and drone filming permits
- Organise boat crews for river-based shoots
- Access exclusive national park locations
- Source local crew and technical support
📂 View our Zambia location deck
Why Choose African Fixers for Multi-Country Productions?
Filming across multiple African and Indian Ocean countries can be challenging, but African Fixers offer a single point of contact for permits, logistics, and crew in all seven locations. This streamlined approach saves time, reduces costs, and ensures creative teams can focus on capturing the story—not battling bureaucracy.
Whether you’re producing a wildlife documentary in Kenya, a luxury travel feature in the Maldives, or a feature film in Nigeria, African Fixers provide the expertise, connections, and efficiency you need.
Partner with African Fixers to unlock world-class filming opportunities in Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia—let’s make your production unforgettable.
