Bawa drone ke liveaboard Anda jika Anda mau — jangan berasumsi Anda bisa menerbangkannya di mana pun Anda mendarat.

Indonesia mengatur drone lebih ketat daripada yang diperkirakan kebanyakan penyelam, dan aturan tersebut berlaku di atas, bukan sebagai pengganti, apa pun yang diizinkan oleh operator liveaboard Anda di kapal. Halaman ini mencakup dasar-dasar bagi penyelam yang berencana membawa drone dalam perjalanan ke Indonesia. Untuk gambaran umum perencanaan perjalanan, lihat panduan liveaboard Indonesia.

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Fakta Singkat

• Registrasi: drone umumnya perlu didaftarkan ke otoritas penerbangan sipil Indonesia (DGCA), bahkan untuk kunjungan turis singkat
• Taman nasional: sebagian besar memerlukan izin terpisah di atas registrasi nasional — Taman Nasional Komodo adalah contoh umum
• Baterai: Baterai: hanya boleh dibawa di kabin pesawat, tidak pernah di bagasi terdaftar — lihat panduan berkemas kami untuk aturan perlengkapan liveaboard lainnya
• Satwa liar: jaga jarak aman dari kehidupan laut, dan jangan pernah terbang langsung di atas orang
• Penegakan: turis pernah mengalami drone disita, dan dalam beberapa kasus dideportasi, karena terbang tanpa izin yang tepat
• Bali: memiliki langkah registrasi lokal tambahan sendiri di atas aturan nasional

Jawaban Singkat

Bisakah saya menerbangkan drone saya di Indonesia sebagai turis?

Umumnya ya, tetapi diatur, bukan tanpa batasan. Anda kemungkinan perlu mendaftarkan drone secara nasional sebelum terbang, dan beberapa area — terutama taman nasional — memerlukan izin lokal terpisah di atas itu.

Apakah saya memerlukan izin untuk menerbangkan drone di Taman Nasional Komodo?

Sangat mungkin ya. Taman nasional Indonesia umumnya diperlakukan sebagai wilayah udara terbatas untuk drone, dengan izin yang ditangani oleh otoritas taman daripada hanya regulator penerbangan nasional. Periksa langsung dengan taman sebelum Anda pergi, idealnya melalui operator liveaboard Anda — lihat panduan Komodo kami untuk sisa hal yang perlu direncanakan.

Will I need a permit to fly a drone in Raja Ampat?

Not yet formally, but that's expected to change — Raja Ampat authorities are working on legislation that will require a special drone permit, similar to Komodo's park-level system. Check current requirements close to your travel dates, since this could be in effect by the time you go.

Can I bring drone batteries on a domestic flight?

Yes, but only in carry-on luggage, never checked — this is a standard airline lithium battery rule, not specific to drones.

Check Before You Go

Drone rules in Indonesia sit across more than one authority — national aviation regulation, plus park-level permits for protected areas — and both have changed in recent years. Rather than rely on a blog post that might be out of date by the time you travel, check current requirements directly through Indonesia's official drone registration portal, SIDOPI-GO, and confirm with your liveaboard operator whether your specific route includes a national park or other restricted area.

Managing Expectations

Give yourself time before the trip — permit processes aren't always fast, and some require documents submitted in advance. Don't expect onboard wifi to be reliable enough to sort this out mid-trip; handle it before you leave. Some crews also restrict drone use around dive briefings, tenders, or wildlife encounters for safety reasons, separate from any government permit — ask what's allowed on your specific boat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my liveaboard operator handle drone permits for me?

Some will help or point you in the right direction, but don't assume it's automatic. Ask before booking if this matters to you.

What happens if I fly a drone without the right permit in Indonesia?

Consequences reported by other travelers range from a warning to confiscation of the drone, and in some cases deportation. It's not a risk worth taking for a few extra clips.

Are drones allowed around marine life like manta rays or whale sharks?

Treat protected marine life the same way you would underwater — see our big animal guide for the distance and behavior guidelines that apply to manta rays, whale sharks, and other species. Don't fly directly over them or use a drone to chase or herd wildlife for a shot.

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