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South Africa offers a breathtaking diversity of locations, within easy reach of the major film industry cities of Cape Town and Johannesburg.

The demand for locations is broadening to include other regions around the country, including Durban and Knysna, though equipment and crews are still based near the major cities.

Our location companies are world-class with experts who will find whatever location you require within the Southern African region. Whether it's desolate desert landscapes, tropical jungle, Parisian streets or downtown Havana that you're looking for, it's here and we'll find it for you. As for locations, it's no secret that South Africa is blessed with a diverse beauty; and to compliment this the local film industry is rich in talent and services in the form of Location Companies...
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A world-in-one could quite easily describe the varied locations, which are offered throughout South Africa. Listed below are Hotels, Guest Houses, Lodges and other places that feel they offer unique Locations. In addition to the specific surroundings and scenery, these locations offer other varied services from accommodation to catering etc.
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Part of South Africa's appeal is that its cities can be made to look like any North American or European city. This is especially true of the scenic city of Cape Town, which has skyscrapers and fly-overs as well as beaches, dunes, a mountain and seas…
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The South African countryside contains of the most diverse landscapes in the world - from deserts to indigenous forests, wide, open plains to African bush, imposing mountain ranges to isolated beaches stretching on for miles and miles....all within easy reach of the major cities...
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The stunning seaside, sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs and rocks bring many filmmakers to South Africa. But the interior of the country also boasts a huge diversity of lakes and pools, waterfalls and rivers which can easily be made to look Scandinavian or European…
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In a country as huge and picturesque as South Africa, the infrastructure of roads and railways is paramount. Legendary roadbuilders and planners have ensured that the countryside is criss-crossed with photogenic roads, mountain passes, dirt tracks and railways, just waiting to be discovered…
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Johannesburg in the far north of the country, has become the springboard from which shoots are organized in the nearby countries of Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique…
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The process of applying for permits has been streamlined to such an extent that it is now even possible to apply online...
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