Drone Rules for Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Ghanzi, Ghanzi District (ghanzi-district) • Botswana

JVX7+F65, Botswana

Lat: -22.3514 • Lng: 23.8631

Rules Edit History: Central Kalahari Game Reserve

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Rule category	Ground	Air
Flight status	Unknown	NoFly
Summary	—	The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is a protected wildlife area where drone use is generally prohibited due to strict conservation regulations. Drone operations are not permitted without special authorization, as they can disturb wildlife and impact the natural environment. Pilots should treat the entire reserve as a no
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Central Kalahari Game Reserve – Drone Flying Summary

Summary:
The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is a protected wildlife area where drone use is generally prohibited due to strict conservation regulations. Drone operations are not permitted without special authorization, as they can disturb wildlife and impact the natural environment. Pilots should treat the entire reserve as a no-fly zone unless explicit permission is obtained.

Risk Level:
Very High Risk (Restricted Area)

Best Practice:
- Do not fly drones داخل the reserve without official permission
- Avoid all wildlife and sensitive habitats
- Respect conservation and park regulations at all times
- Operate only in designated or approved areas outside the reserve

Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Additional permits required from wildlife and park authorities
- This area is environmentally sensitive and strictly regulated

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+ Summary:
+ The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is a protected wildlife area where drone use is generally prohibited due to strict conservation regulations. Drone operations are not permitted without special authorization, as they can disturb wildlife and impact the natural environment. Pilots should treat the entire reserve as a no-fly zone unless explicit permission is obtained.
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+ Risk Level:
+ Very High Risk (Restricted Area)
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+ Best Practice:
+ - Do not fly drones داخل the reserve without official permission
+ - Avoid all wildlife and sensitive habitats
+ - Respect conservation and park regulations at all times
+ - Operate only in designated or approved areas outside the reserve
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+ Notes:
+ - Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
+ - Additional permits required from wildlife and park authorities
+ - This area is environmentally sensitive and strictly regulated