Wildlife Filming and photography in Bardia National Park allows foreign filmmakers to capture the plain landscapes of Terai Region and wildlife species including the famous “One-Horned Rhino, Royal Bengal Tiger, and Gharial Crocodile” culture and lifestyle of “Tharu Community”.
Why Wildlife Filming and photography in Bardia National Park is popular?
While talking about ‘wildlife filming & photography’ in Bardia don’t forget it is one of the unexplored place. Bardia National Park is a heritage property that includes 56 species of mammals, more than 500 species of birds and is the home to the famous “One-Horned Rhino, Royal Bengal Tiger, Asian Elephant, Dolphin, and Gharial Crocodile”. The most beautiful wildlife possible exists in Bardia, making it an excellent filming location in Nepal due to the numerous filming projects that filmmakers have captured inside the national park. Filming in Bardia National Park is one of the most sacred and impressive locations to film in Nepal. The “Tharu” community which surrounds the jungle in terms of offering their spiritual and welcoming dance is also a film worthy event with various others such as “Rhino Rangers” and “Elephant Rides & Bathing”.
Permits Required to Film in Bardia National Park
To do ‘Wildlife Filming & Photography’ in Bardiya you have to go through few legal procedure. If you wish to take your filming in Bardia of Nepal, then there are a couple of steps in terms of getting approval on a government level.
Tiger Track Nepal can ensure that you obtain a permit from the “Ministry of Information & Communication” and the National Heritage Body within 15 days, though it’s possible to secure it even sooner.
Two Liaison Officers will supervise all filming activities during the filming process in Bardia National Park.
The first liaison officer represents the “Ministry of Information & Communication,” while the second liaison officer, likely a Ranger, represents the “Bardia National Park Management.” Their roles involve ensuring safety measures and necessary precautions during filming.
Logistics and safety measurements required in Bardia National Park
While doing ‘Wildlife Filming & Photography’ in Bardia make sure you have good facility of food and shelter in that area. Logistics and safety measurements need to be strongly considered while filming in the park. Being lost in the jungle can be one of the most horrific experiences faced by any person alongside the wild animals and poisonous plants can create multiple issues alongside snakes as a major issue as well. Overall general safety is highly recommended and working with experienced crew members alongside multiple experts that have back-ups in terms of safety should always be on set while filming in Bardia National Park.
Documents for Filming in Bardia National Park
Before you proceed, know detail about documents necessary for gaining film permits in Nepal.
- Application for Shooting to Audio-Visual Section, Ministry of Information and Communications of the purpose of applying for the shooting permit. This job is handled by the local coordinator or professional fixer in Nepal. We handle this job by Tiger Track Nepal.
- An assignment letter- mentioning the local coordinator. It is to be done by the foreign filmmaker
- An application form
- Supporting documents
- A theme in the form of a storyboard, presentations, etc.
- Concept and Lyrics for music videos
- Present the objectives of the program and detail of the content
- A complete schedule of filming in Bardia National Park including dates, locations, time, and Space details
- Name list, passport numbers, positions, and arrival dates of all foreign film crews.
- Equipment Details Letters (values of custom clearance as well)
How Tiger Track Nepal Help You Out While Filming in Bardia National Park?
Even though there are lots of film production companies in Nepal, only a few of them have real-time expertise in filming wildlife. Tiger Track Nepal has been giving every film production service for more than six years. There is no other wildlife film production that will go the extra mile to fulfill all your filming requirements for Bardia National Park.
- Understand you requirements
- Location Scouting around Bardia National Park for the best footage
- Visa Process
- Filming and Fixing
- Acquiring Film Permits and License for Filming in Bardia
- Accommodation
- Travel Logistics and Management
- Filming Equipment and Custom Clearance