Filming the Virunga mountain volcanoes of the Democratic Republic of Congo

The Virunga Mountain volcanoes are shared among three countries: Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo and are good filming destinations in Africa for mountain climbers. The Virunga Mountains, also known as the Mufumbiro Mountains, are a volcanic range north of Lake Kivu in east-central Africa that stretches for about 50 miles (80 kilometers) along the borders of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. The torpid Mikeno, Karisimbi, Visoke, and Sabinio (Sabinyo), as well as the active Nyiragongo and Nyamulagira, are among the spectacular cloud-forested volcanoes of this region. The Rutshuru Falls and the Mai ya Moto sulfur springs are located further north. Lake Edward is involved in a substantial portion of the recreation area’s focus district. The Ruwenzori Range reaches heights of over 16,000 feet in the upper east (4,880 meters).

Nyiragongo is a very active volcano that erupted in 2021, destroying several people and their property; thus, its liquid magma lake, which is one of the world’s largest active volcanoes, is particularly interesting and notable. The Virunga National Park specialists opened Mount Nyiragongo climb trips to the travel sector in 2014. Guests frequently join mountain gorilla treks and climbs to the Nyiragongo liquid magma fountain. Climbing Mount Nyiragongo is the right response for those looking for an interesting and once-in-a-lifetime mountain climbing experience. It is the only place in Africa where visitors can take a short trip and observe a magma lake up close. You might also be interested in learning more about Mount Kilimanjaro or how to climb it.

The Karisimbi is the highest Virunga volcano, and this is found on the border of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. These Virunga mountains present good chances for filming. You can imagine the large smoke and light fires produced by the flowing larva. This offers the best filming opportunities for any traveler who is interested in filming. In this article, I will bring you some of the requirements for filming the Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

What is the cost of filming the Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

All visitors planning to film at the Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of Congo must first obtain valid filming permits. If you’re filming for personal use, you’ll just need to pay the park entrance fee and then the fees and do the activity, whereas if you’re filming for commercial or documentary purposes, The Institut Congolais Pour la Conservation de la Nature will issue the filming permit based on where you’ll be filming from. However, as described by The Institut Congolais Pour la Conservation de la Nature, you will need to pay park entrance fees first, followed by a portion assessed for filming. We work with The Institut Congolais Pour la Conservation de la Nature to make sure you acquire the correct Congo filming permit at a reasonable price.

What do you need to film the Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

The first requirement is to obtain filming permits and clearance.

For any associated shooting or filming activity in the Democratic Republic of Congo, all members of the filming crew must have and possess filming permission, which is granted by the authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo in order for you to continue with your filming of Virunga mountain volcanoes in the DR. Congo. In addition to filming permissions or permits, you must have your filming equipment cleared at any point of entrance into the Democratic Republic of Congo, whether through an international airport or land borders. The customs department, which is constantly stationed at the point of entry, is supposed to clear the filming equipment.

As a result, as Africa Adventure Vacations, we can assist you greatly by simply informing us of your intention to film birds in the Democratic Republic of Congo. We are very experienced in organizing the entire adventure activity for you, including processing for you the necessary filming permits, organizing for you the necessary accommodations and transportation, assisting you in obtaining local authority permits, and clearing your filming equipment.

There is no formal mechanism for allocating filming permission in the Democratic Republic of Congo, so this is handled through talks between the parties, which Africa Adventure Vacations has experience with. Also, the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo does not permit filming in places of interest, like military installation projects, government buildings, and border areas, which is unlawful, and you may face legal consequences, including having your equipment taken. If you wish to do filming that requires the use of drones, market filming, or filming alongside the road where you will cause traffic congestion, filming in towns, or filming in national parks, you will also need to obtain permission from the local authorities.

To avoid any inconvenience, please contact Africa Adventure Vacations so that we can advise you on the best time to film birds.

Visas and work permits are required as part of the second requirement.

Because it is unlawful to enter another country without a visa, it is critical that all members of the film crew secure a visa before entering the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In neighboring Congo nations such as Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda, you can acquire a visa on arrival. However, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, you must apply for the visa in advance through your nearest DR. Congo Embassy. A single entrance visa in Congo costs $100 and is valid for one month. A two-month visa costs $135, and a six-month visa costs $400. It is important to remember that the DR.Congo Visa must be applied for in advance, around 3 weeks or a month before your planned trip to Congo for filming, as this visa cannot be provided on arrival, as it can in neighboring countries. Without a visa, the film crew member will be unable to enter the Democratic Republic of Congo to conduct filming activities. Another document is a yellow fever vaccination card, so please contact us at Africa Adventure Vacations for the best filming chances in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

You will need to hire vehicles to film the Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Yes, at Africa Adventure Vacations, we make transportation arrangements for you so that you are not stuck while in the Democratic Republic of Congo for filming. We have our own fleet of automobiles, and we book and arrange vehicle services for film crew members based on their preferences, budgets, and the topography of the filming location. We recommend that film crew members travelling on a hard terrain shoot use a 4 x 4 wheel drive vehicle that can negotiate steep terrain, especially for filming the Virunga mountain volcanoes. We’ll be able to tell you how much the fuel and mileage covered cost, so you can figure out how much you’ll pay per day for the vehicle. Africa Adventure Vacations also arranges both chartered and scheduled flights within the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly for guests who prefer to fly rather than drive great distances.

Our rental cars will be operated by a well-experienced driver guide who has already visited the Democratic Republic of Congo and is familiar with all parts of the country, from the point of arrival to the best areas to shoot primates in the DRC. The driving fixer will be able to provide you with basic information about the Democratic Republic of Congo as well as all of the necessary film repair solutions, so you are fortunate to have booked your Virunga mountain volcano filming safari with Africa Adventure Vacations.

Is filming Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of the Congo safe?

Filming at the Virunga mountain volcanoes is quite secure. We all know that in recent years, the DRC has been plagued by instabilities that have posed a threat to both investors and the country’s tourism economy. Ebola and other insurrection conflicts have caused such instability and disasters, halting the filming process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. However, as of late, the Congo is on the road to peace, with only sporadic occurrences of insecurity, and the filmmaking business in the Democratic Republic of Congo is now safe and thriving, so we can guarantee you that filming Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of Congo is risk-free. At Africa Adventure Vacations, we keep track of and monitor any security threats that may arise from time to time, and we are extremely careful in that if we detect a problem, we will notify you. This advisory service is always provided before the filming of the Virunga mountain volcanoes in Congo begins. For additional information on the safety of the Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of Congo, please contact us at African Adventure Vacations.

How to get to the Virunga mountain volcanoes for filming?

The Virunga Mountain volcanoes are located not far from Goma City in eastern Congo, making it possible for someone to visit them. The best option is for you to fly to Kigali international airport in Rwanda, and then our driver will pick you up and drive to the northern part of Rwanda, in Gisenyi, where you will cross to Goma town in Congo and thereafter proceed to the Virunga mountain volcanoes. Make sure that you have everything cleared and that you will go through the country’s security checkups before you are let into the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Where can I sleep during filming the Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

There are several options for lodging where you can stay during the filming of the Virunga mountain volcanoes. Visitors can opt to stay at Kibumba Tented Camp and Bukima Tented Camp, and these range from 90 to 100 US dollars per night per person, while the midrange options where you can stay include Tchegera Island Camp and Lulimbi Tented Camp, among others, and these prices range from 100 to 200 US dollars. Still, for the luxurious film crew members, visitors can stay at Mikeno Lodge, Serena Hotel Goma, and these provide you with Salonga National Park has limited accommodation facilities, but visitors can easily stay at the lodges and hotels that are located within Ilebo Town, which is found in the Kasai-Occidental province in the Kasai District. Some of the nice lodges include the guesthouse La Vernaise, Douze Maisons Motel, Guesthouse Woodland, and Hotel Amika, among other wonderful accommodation facilities.

What is the best time for filming the Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

We can state that filming at Virunga mountain volcanoes in the Democratic Republic of Congo takes place all year in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The ideal time for Virunga mountain volcano filming in Congo, however, has been proven to be during the dry season, which runs from June to October and then December to February. The tropical rain forest that covers the Democratic Republic of Congo has influenced the country’s climate, causing it to have a tropical rain climate. This means that certain rain may fall unexpectedly, so you must be prepared to deal with changing weather conditions.

Why should you book your filming safaris with Africa Adventure Vacations?

Africa Adventure Vacations is a Ugandan company that operates in East African countries such as Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, DRC, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, and South Africa. We have over ten years of experience assisting filming and production companies, particularly those interested in filming lakes, nature-related wildlife and culture in Africa. We offer services such as obtaining filming permission, clearing filming equipment, reserving lodging, and arranging transportation to filming businesses, all of which are completed in the shortest amount of time possible. Other wildlife packages are available in all of the above-mentioned countries, 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.