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Drone Rules for Duba Plains Camp

Ngamiland North, North-West District (north-west-district) • Botswana
Kakoro, Botswana
Lat: -19.0206 • Lng: 22.6978
Air Permission required Last updated: May 23, 2026

Duba Plains is a high-end safari concession area in the Okavango Delta with frequent light aircraft and charter operations. Drone use is highly restricted due to aviation activity, wildlife sensitivity, and strict lodge/concession policies. Pilots should treat the area as a no-fly zone unless explicit permission is obt


Duba Plains – Drone Flying Summary

Summary: Duba Plains is a high-end safari concession area in the Okavango Delta with frequent light aircraft and charter operations. Drone use is highly restricted due to aviation activity, wildlife sensitivity, and strict lodge/concession policies. Pilots should treat the area as a no-fly zone unless explicit permission is obtained.

Risk Level: Very High Risk

Best Practice:

  • Do not fly without explicit concession and lodge approval
  • Avoid all wildlife and sensitive habitats
  • Maintain visual line of sight
  • Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
  • Be prepared to land immediately if aircraft are seen or heard

Notes:

  • Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
  • Area has frequent low-flying safari aircraft and strict tourism controls
  • This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation
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