What’s the maximum altitude for drones in Indonesia ?

The maximum altitude for a drone in Bali and in Indonesia is about 150 meters ( 500 feet) from the ground. You have to stay away also from crowds (300meters) and 15km from airport. Do not fly inside the cloud and keep a safe distance from them: 150meters below and 600m distance).

Where are drones restricted in bali?

It is forbidden to fly over temples unless to get the approval, but people are kind and can allow you to fly at a reasonable distance if you ask nicely. You can’t fly close to restricted areas such as airport, military camps etc… Finally, more and more hotels forbidden the use of drones to preserve the privacy of the guests, so think to ask the authorization of the management before to takeoff. In Bali, a lot of people come for peace, silent, and meditation, so please, respect everyone’s well-being 😉

Can you buy drones in Bali?

Yes, you can buy drones in Bali and Indonesia. You can easily find the major brands like DJI but for the other brand or spare parts, it is a bit more complicated, so think to bring some extra propellers with you. You can find some addresses where to buy and repair your drone on this page: Where to Buy and repair drones in Bali.

Can you take drones abroad?

Yes, it is possible as long there are no dangerous parts on your drone like artificial parachute etc … check the airlines’ rules right above. Verify that the case size of your drone fits with the airline rules, habitually 22”x14”x9” or 56x36x23 in centimeters.

Can you take a drone on a plane?

Yes, you can, but be sure to keep the batteries with you in cabin. The drone can go in the checked luggage. Check also in our article the rules from the different airline company to know how many batteries you can bring 😉

Are drones allowed in Indonesia?

Yes, they are. Most consumer drones are licensed and already comply with local laws. For more information check the laws just above and documents at the footer of this page.