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Drone Rules for Tsodilo Hills (World Heritage Site)
Tsodilo, North-West District (north-west-district)
• Botswana
Tsodilo Hills (World Heritage Site), Botswana
Lat: -18.7682 • Lng: 21.7525
Air
Permission required
Last updated: May 24, 2026
Summary
Tsodilo Hills is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with significant cultural, historical, and archaeological importance. Drone use is highly restricted due to heritage protection laws and sensitivity of the site. Pilots should treat the area as a no-fly zone unless explicit authorization is obtained.
Tsodilo Hills – Drone Flying Summary
Summary: Tsodilo Hills is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with significant cultural, historical, and archaeological importance. Drone use is highly restricted due to heritage protection laws and sensitivity of the site. Pilots should treat the area as a no-fly zone unless explicit authorization is obtained.
Risk Level: Very High Risk (Restricted Area)
Best Practice:
- Do not fly without official permission
- Avoid all heritage and culturally sensitive areas
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Respect site regulations and local authorities
Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Additional permissions required from heritage and tourism authorities
- This is a protected cultural site with strict regulations
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation