Filming locations in Tanzania
Cinematic Travel Guide

Tanzania

31 filming locations across Tanzania

Witness the sweeping infinite horizons of the Serengeti and the cratered wonders of Ngorongoro, serving as raw documentary sets and majestic inspiration for epic cinematic safaris.

Climate

Equatorial, moderated by altitude

Best time to visit

Late June to October (Dry season wildlife)

Iconic filming hotspots

  • Serengeti National Park
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Zanzibar Stone Town

Filmed here

The English PatientThe Lion King (Reference)Hatari!The Gods Must Be Crazy

Explore Tanzania through film

Our specialist guides design bespoke film-tour itineraries across Tanzania. Tell us the films and locations you love and we’ll build the journey around them.