Marine & Wildlife Filming

Indonesia sits at the centre of the Coral Triangle, the world's most biodiverse marine region. Raja Ampat in West Papua is regarded as the planet's richest reef system, home to manta rays, reef sharks and over 1,500 fish species. Komodo offers manta cleaning stations and dramatic currents, and Cenderawasih Bay is famous for whale shark encounters. We coordinate liveaboard charters and Bakamla permits across the archipelago.

Indonesia hosts some of the planet's most iconic wildlife: Komodo dragons in Komodo National Park, Sumatran and Bornean orangutans in protected forests, Sumatran tigers and rhinos, birds of paradise in West Papua, and manta rays and whale sharks in surrounding seas. Bali and Java add unique reef and forest species.

Yes, we work with experienced Indonesian wildlife cinematographers who know Komodo, Raja Ampat, the Sumatran rainforests and the Bornean orangutan reserves intimately. Many have credits with international natural history broadcasters working on Coral Triangle and rainforest productions.

Filming inside Komodo National Park, Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra and other reserves requires permits from the Ministry of Education and Culture. Marine work additionally requires Bakamla coordination, and foreign operators need a special drone permit from DGCA for any aerial work. Lead times of 14+ business days are typical.

Yes, we offer professional underwater cinematography with RED, ARRI and Sony cameras in housings. Our divers are experienced with the strong currents of Komodo, the macro work of Lembeh Strait and the rich reef systems of Raja Ampat, working safely with sharks, manta rays and reef wildlife.

Raja Ampat diving is best October to April; Komodo dragons are filmable year-round but the dry season (May to September) is best for hiking access; orangutan work in Sumatra and Borneo is best in dry months; and manta and whale shark seasons vary by region. We advise on optimal windows for each location.