Lidar Drone Surveying in Costa Rica
Centimeter-accurate LiDAR & drone land surveys across Costa Rica since 2017.
Drone Survey Services in Costa Rica
Survey-grade aerial data for land buyers, developers, engineers and farms — flown, processed and delivered by our own team.
LiDAR Drone Mapping
Laser scanning that sees through forest canopy to map the true ground: DEMs, contours and classified point clouds at 1–3 cm accuracy.
LiDAR mapping →
Photogrammetry
High-resolution orthomosaics, 3D models and surface models for construction progress, stockpiles and real estate.
Photogrammetry →
GPS Geopositioning
RTK GPS boundary points in CRTM05 to check your plano catastro, mark property corners and verify borders on the ground.
GPS geopositioning →
Pricing Calculator
$1,000 covers the first 5 hectares, then $80 per additional hectare. Estimate your project in seconds — no email needed.
Estimate my cost →Professional Survey Hardware
Professional-grade hardware engineered for precision: the DJI Matrice 350 RTK platform paired with the Zenmuse L1 Lidar sensor.
DJI Matrice 350 RTK
Flagship RTK platform for survey-grade accuracy across large areas.
Zenmuse L1 LiDAR
Full-waveform LiDAR for high-density point clouds and centimeter accuracy.
Field-Proven Across All 7 Provinces
7+ years of drone surveys across Costa Rica — from rainforest to coastline. We handle DGAC flight permissions anywhere in the country.
What Our Clients Say
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 / 5 · 25 Google reviews
"Drone Survey Costa Rica did an amazing job with drone LiDAR for one of my listings. Professional, reliable, and the deliverables were excellent."
"Excellent service and very professional team. Highly recommended for topographic surveys in Costa Rica."
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a drone survey cost in Costa Rica?
Our surveys start at $1,000 USD for up to 5 hectares — this includes the flight, GPS base station, full data processing, and all deliverables. Each additional hectare beyond 5 is $80 USD (100 ha = $1,000 + 95 × $80 = $8,600). Travel fees from San José apply. Projects over 100 hectares qualify for special pricing. Estimate your cost or get a free quote in minutes.
What is the difference between LiDAR and photogrammetry?
LiDAR uses laser pulses to measure distances and can penetrate dense vegetation to map the true ground surface, which makes it ideal for forested land. Photogrammetry uses overlapping aerial photos to create 3D models and orthomosaics and is more cost-effective for open terrain. We offer both and will recommend the best option for your project.
How accurate is a drone survey in Costa Rica?
Our surveys with the DJI Zenmuse L1 LiDAR system typically achieve 1–3 cm horizontal and 2–5 cm vertical accuracy. Combined with our RTK GPS base station, we deliver survey-grade data that meets engineering standards.
How long does a drone survey take?
Field data collection for most properties takes 2–8 hours depending on size and terrain. Processing and delivery of maps, 3D data and reports typically takes 3–7 business days after the flight.
Do you survey all areas of Costa Rica?
Yes. We survey every province — San José, Alajuela, Cartago, Heredia, Guanacaste, Puntarenas and Limón — including remote areas, and we handle the DGAC flight permissions required for your project location.
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Lidar technology is powerful — and most people are still learning what it can do. We have 7+ years of experience and 25 five-star reviews. Ask us anything.