Film Facilitator Shooting Destinations
We offer some of the best shooting locations in the world with accreditation of the South African Limpopo government.
Mpumalanga South Africa
Hoedspruit
Location: Eastern Limpopo
Climate: Average of 27°C, hot summers and mild winters
Scenery: Lush bushveld, private game reserves, wildlife farms, and scenic mountains
Seasons: Summer (Nov–Mar), Winter (May–Aug)
Rainy Months: November to March (occasional thunderstorms)
Perfect for: Action films, wildlife documentaries, and adventure movies set in the African wilderness
Mpumalanga South Africa
God's Window
Location: God's Window is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, within the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, near the edge of the Drakensberg escarpment.Near Graskop Mpumalanga
Climate: he area has a mild, subtropical climate with warm summers (November to February) and cooler, dry winters (May to August).
Scenery: It offers breathtaking panoramic views of lush forests, dramatic cliffs, and the Lowveld plains stretching out below, often shrouded in mist.
Seasons: The best time to visit is during the dry winter months (May to September) for clear views, while summer brings lush greenery but occasional mist and rain.
Perfect for: Fantasy films, epic adventure movies, and dramatic landscape cinematography.
Drakensberg Escarpment South Africa
Blyde River Canyon
Location: Near Hoedspruit, along the Drakensberg Escarpment
Climate: Average of 25°C, cooler at higher altitudes
Scenery: Towering cliffs, lush forests, waterfalls, and panoramic canyon views
Seasons: Summer (Oct–Mar), Winter (Apr–Aug)
Rainy Months: November to February (heavy rainfall, misty conditions)
Perfect for: Fantasy films, epic adventure movies, and dramatic landscape cinematography.
Mpumalanga South Africa
Private Game Farms
Location: Extends along Kruger National parks eastern border.
Climate: Average of 30°C in summer, 20°C in winter
Scenery: Vast savannas, dense forests, iconic African wildlife, and stunning rivers
Seasons: Wet Season (Nov–Apr), Dry Season (May–Oct)
Rainy Months: December to February (tropical storms, lush green landscapes)
Perfect for: Wildlife documentaries, safari-themed adventure films, and historical dramas
Northern Limpopo South Africa
Mapungubwe National Park
Location: Northern Limpopo, near Botswana border
Climate: Average of 26°C, hot summers and mild winters
Scenery: Ancient baobabs, dramatic sandstone cliffs, and archaeological sites
Seasons: Summer (Oct–Mar), Winter (Apr–Aug)
Rainy Months: November to March (moderate to heavy rainfall)
Perfect for: Historical films, African heritage documentaries, and nature-focused productions
Tzaneen central Limpopo South Africa
Magoebaskloof
Location: Central Limpopo, near Tzaneen
Climate: Average of 20°C, cool and misty atmosphere
Scenery: Dense forests, waterfalls, misty mountains, and tea plantations
Seasons: Summer (Sep–Apr), Winter (May–Aug)
Rainy Months: October to March (consistent rainfall, misty conditions)
Perfect for: Fantasy films, mystery thrillers, and lush jungle adventure movies
Saturn Media stakeholders and partners
Saturn Media House has strong relations with the local government in two provinces, Mpumalanga and Limpopo, providing support and exclusive access to conservation parks and other locations such as mines, that are otherwise not accessible for filming or to the public.
The Saturn group owns multiple farms and properties, as well as having various partners with additional exclusive locations, that it can use for productions at no cost. In addition the group has access to resources such as vehicles, planes, farming equipment and a host of other production resources that are owned by the group or their partners.
Through our partnerships we make $1M movies for $500k.
