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Video Production in Canary Islands
We provide bilingual production services throughout the Canary Islands. From Tenerife's Mount Teide to Gran Canaria's Maspalomas Dunes, we coordinate English-speaking crews, equipment rental, location scouting, and permits across all seven islands.
Get Your Detailed QuoteVideo Production Services Across the Canary Islands
Volcanic Landscapes, Desert Dunes, Year-Round Reliability
The Canary Islands give you filming conditions you won't find anywhere else in Europe. Mount Teide's volcanic terrain, Maspalomas' desert dunes, and Fuerteventura's white sand beaches - all with 300+ days of sunshine and 4 hours from London. Need your shoot to look like Arizona, North Africa, or the Caribbean? These islands deliver that visual range within short distances. We handle the complex parts: national park permits, inter-island equipment transport, and English-speaking crews who know how to work in volcanic terrain and Atlantic wind.
English-Speaking Video Crew
Camera operators, sound recordists, and grips based in Tenerife and Gran Canaria who work fluently in English. They know international production workflows, so no miscommunication when you're filming at altitude or racing sunset at the dunes.
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Fixers in Canary Islands
Local fixers who know which transportation moves equipment fastest between islands, which permits take days versus weeks, and how to solve logistics problems before they impact your shoot. They keep multi-island productions running smoothly.
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Commercial Productions
Commercials that need the Canaries' dramatic backdrops: volcanic terrain for automotive, desert dunes for fashion, Atlantic coast for tourism. We support you with full production services across whichever islands your treatment needs
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Location Scouting Canary Islands
We find locations matching your brief across all seven islands. Volcanic craters, desert dunes, subtropical forests, or Caribbean-style beaches—with photos, access details, permit requirements, and backup options for each spot.
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Film Permits Canary Islands
We handle permit applications for Teide National Park, Timanfaya's volcanic zones, Maspalomas dunes, and municipal locations. This includes the environmental documentation and insurance requirements that protected volcanic areas require.
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Camera & Gear
We provide professional camera packages, lighting, and grip equipment. Need specialized gear like high-altitude setups for Teide, underwater housings for Atlantic locations, or certified drone operators? We bring everything from our equipment network and coordinate transport between islands.
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FINDING THE PERFECT venues
Key Filming Locations Across the Canary Islands
Filming in the Canary Islands means access to volcanic landscapes that look like another planet, desert dunes rivaling the Sahara, and beaches that pass for the Caribbean—often within an hour's drive. We've been working here since 2008, so we know which volcanic parks require month-long permits, when Atlantic winds affect coastal shoots, and where to find dramatic locations that still feel untouched.
Popular Filming Venues Around the Islands:
Tenerife: Volcanic Diversity Hub
- Mount Teide National Park: UNESCO volcanic landscapes at 3,718m resembling Mars or Arizona, perfect for automotive and sci-fi content
- Anaga Rural Park: Ancient laurel forests and dramatic coastal cliffs within 45 minutes, letting you shoot green mountains and Atlantic coastline same day
- Los Gigantes Cliffs: 600-meter vertical cliffs dropping into ocean for dramatic coastal backdrops
Gran Canaria: Desert Meets Ocean
- Maspalomas Dunes: 400-hectare protected Sahara-like desert with Atlantic backdrop. Advance permits required, delivers North African visuals for fashion and automotive
- Roque Nublo: 80-meter volcanic rock at 1,813m with 360-degree island views, accessible for adventure content and landscape shots
- Vegueta Old Town (Las Palmas): Colonial architecture and narrow streets combining historic buildings with urban Atlantic coastline
Lanzarote & Fuerteventura: Minimal Volcanic Aesthetics
- Timanfaya National Park (Lanzarote): Active volcanic red-black lava fields with strictly controlled access and limited filming hours
- La Geria Vineyards (Lanzarote): Volcanic soil wine region with geometric vine pits for abstract agricultural patterns
- Corralejo Dunes & Cofete Beach (Fuerteventura): White sand dunes meeting turquoise water for Caribbean-style visuals, remote beaches requiring 4x4 access
We handle location permits, access coordination, and all logistics including seasonal considerations like summer tourist crowds and winter Atlantic swells. This includes securing access to protected volcanic parks like Teide and Timanfaya, UNESCO sites requiring environmental documentation, and coordinating boat or 4x4 transport for remote coastal filming schedules.
Canary Islands Video Production Experts
Production Partners To International Clients
Since 2008, we've worked with brands and agencies who need crews that speak English and deliver to international standards. From automotive launches on volcanic terrain to travel campaigns across multiple islands, we handle the local permits, logistics, and crew coordination so you can focus on getting the shots.
Our Canary Islands Video Production Process
Pre-Production Planning & Location Scouting
Step 1We scout locations matching your brief with photos, GPS coordinates, and clear assessments of permit requirements. We flag issues early, like beaches that get crowded by 10am or volcanic trails needing 4x4 access.
Permits & Logistics Coordination
Step 2National parks need at least 15-30 days for permits, so we start applications early. Beach permits, municipal approvals, private property access: we handle Spanish paperwork while keeping you updated in English.
Crew & Equipment Mobilization
Step 3We assemble experienced and local English-speaking crews. Equipment comes from our network, standard packages or specialized gear like high-altitude setups or underwater housings.
Production Support & Problem-Solving
Step 4On shoot days, we handle logistics so you focus on creative. Weather monitoring, backup locations, equipment support, and real-time client communication. When problems arise, we solve them before they cost you a shooting day.
Why International Clients Choose Our Services in Canary Islands
- Multi-island logistics experience coordinating equipment and crew transport between islands.
- Bilingual coordination bridging language and procedural differences between international clients and local authorities.
- Clear cost estimates upfront: Full expense breakdown covering transport, lodging, permits, and crew rates before you commit. No unexpected fees.
- Local network: Permit navigation for national parks, protected areas, and municipal filming requirements with local crew of English-speaking professionals.
What Our Clients Say
Coordinating Canary Islands Productions Since 2008
International brands and agencies share their experience working with our crews, fixers, and production teams: from volcanic national park shoots in Tenerife to multi-island campaigns spanning Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura.
I’ve worked with Markus over a variety of video production projects over many years, including medical educational, live streaming and multicamera shoots. Whether it was Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia or Lisbon, his services have always been well organised and helpful, with great results every time.
Jon Birch
Head of Video and News, ecancer
I have been working with Markus and Camera Crew Spain for many years, and he is our go-to professional whenever we are in Spain. Markus is always dependable, providing top-notch crews equipped with the latest cameras and gear. No matter the shooting requirements, he consistently delivers exceptional results. While many crews possess the experience, equipment, and expertise, there are only a few I truly enjoy spending a week with – and Markus is undoubtedly one of them. Highly recommended!
Mike Wood
Director, Producer, and Filmmaker, inEvidence
Markus Ruf served as my local producer on a 90 minute, prime-time special about Barcelona which I directed for Canal Plus in France. This was not your run-of-the-mill documentary; it involved the hiring of actors, extras, props, special effects, costumes, and numerous long shooting days with multiple locations. Through it all Markus and his team at Camera Crew Spain handled it all with calm professionalism and a ‘can-do’ spirit. He supplied me with top researchers, camera operators, and sound engineers who could function in any language I needed – in my case English and French. I cannot recommend Makus and Camera Crew Spain highly enough. I make programs all over the world and know how difficult it is to find top quality production services on location. Markus Ruf is someone you can definitely trust to get the job done – and somehow he always does it with enthusiasm and a smile.
Peter Stuart
Director, Canal +, France
Markus and his team at Camera Crew Spain are an absolute pleasure to work with. Super friendly, professional and resourceful. Markus is wonderfully reliable, efficient and consistently offering cost-effective solutions to various challenges with his top team.
Jhonny Zurita
Executive Producer, Littedot Studios, UK
“I am writing to recommend the services of Camera Crew Spain.” I have been using Camera Crew Spain to support our video production needs in and around Barcelona for the past ten years, and have always been completely satisfied. They do an excellent job, are always punctual, and offer a good range of equipment and skilled crew at some of the most competitive rates in town. We have also hired them on occasion at the very last minute for extra projects, ENG work, 4k – HD, Producer, Directors, transportation scouting etc They have been very accommodating to our requirements and we have always been delighted with their professionalism and customer service ” I’m happy to recommend the services of Camera Crew Spain.
Simon Wall
Chief Operations Officer, Decisive Media Limited
As a live events producer, Markus consistently showcases excellent organisational skills and keen attention to detail. From the initial concept phase to post-event analysis, is involved in every step of the process, ensuring that each event was executed seamlessly. His ability to juggle multiple moving parts, handle unexpected challenges, and stay calm under pressure is remarkable.
Kevin Tully
President, Tully Creative
Markus is an exceptional Producer and most importantly an incredibly kind and approachable person. I have had the immense pleasure to work with Markus and his carefully-assembled top crews in Spain and I can’t recommending him enough – he’s my go-to-contact there, a hidden gem in the production world! I would describe him as a wonderful professional with excellent people and budget managing skills and an absolute commitment and passion to bring a project to life. Look forward to working with him again!
Jhonny Zurita
Senior Film Producer, VCCP
Camera Crew Spain is our go-to provider for production services in Spain. Detail-oriented, keen problem-solvers, honest, friendly and eager to go above and beyond, Markus and his team have worked with us on numerous occasions and always delivered. We highly recommend them to any company looking for a rock-solid partner to take on the most serious challenges.
Jordan deBree
Director & Creative, Heist - San Francisco USA
I was lucky enough to work with Markus in a big production in Spain last month. His work ethic, professionalism and personality are truly incredible. In only one week, he was able to organize a crew with talented people and make everything happen in the smoothest way possible. I was told Markus had a special “aura” and this is absolutely true. It has been a privilege for me working with him and I really hope there will be other opportunities in the near future.
Francesca Granata
Head of Production, VCCP UK
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Ready to Start your Canary Islands production?
Tell us what you're shooting, whether it's volcanic landscapes for an automotive launch or desert dunes for a fashion campaign. We'll send you location options, crew availability, and a transparent cost breakdown within 48 hours. No generic quotes, just clear answers about what your production actually needs across the islands.
Request a quoteFrequently asked question about Video Production in Canary Islands
Depends on your creative brief. Tenerife gives you the most variety: volcanic terrain, forests, beaches, and towns within an hour, plus best crew access. Gran Canaria has dramatic Maspalomas dunes. Lanzarote delivers stark volcanic minimalism. Fuerteventura offers pristine beaches. Most productions combine Tenerife + Gran Canaria (30-minute flight) for maximum location diversity.
Year-round works. October-March brings milder temps (18-22°C) and occasional cloud cover, great for outdoor activities. April-September guarantees sunshine (24-28°C) but tourist areas get busier. Winter is peak season for productions chasing reliable sun when mainland Europe is cold.
National Parks like Teide and Timanfaya need at least 15-30 days with shooting plans, insurance, and environmental paperwork. Beach permits usually take 5-10 days. Private property depends on negotiations. Drone permits take about a week. Start permits 4-6 weeks before shoot dates for protected areas.
Yes, most of our Canary work involves 2-3 islands. Common: Tenerife-Gran Canaria (30-min flights), Lanzarote-Fuerteventura (25-min ferry). We manage inter-island logistics: crew travel, equipment transport, accommodation, and schedule to maximize shooting days versus travel days.
Wind is biggest, especially in Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, affects sound recording and light setups. Volcanic terrain kicks up dust and requires proper vehicles. Tourist crowds peak December-March in resorts, so early shoots or permit-controlled locations help. Remote spots have spotty cell coverage. Protected areas restrict crew size and hours. We build backup plans into schedules.
Absolutely. Mount Teide passes for Arizona, Utah, or Mars. Maspalomas dunes look like Sahara. Anaga forests work as Caribbean jungle. Fuerteventura beaches substitute for Caribbean or Maldives. Lanzarote's lava fields double as Iceland or alien planets. The islands regularly stand in for Western USA, North Africa, and tropics while keeping you in the EU with easier logistics.
We can’t publish fixed rates because every production is different. A single-day commercial shoot with a small crew in Tenerife costs very differently than a week-long multi-island documentary with specialized equipment. What we do is provide detailed cost breakdowns upfront (crew day rates, equipment, permits, inter-island transport, accommodation) so you know exactly what you're spending before committing. Contact us with your brief and we'll give you a transparent quote.