LiDAR mapping through dense rainforest canopy for eco-resort development, conservation concessions, and SETENA-ready EIA data — delivered in 72 hours.
The South Pacific and Osa Peninsula contain some of the most biodiverse and densely vegetated terrain in Costa Rica. Photogrammetry cameras capture what the sensor sees — which in primary rainforest means a canopy of leaves, not the ground. LiDAR pulses penetrate through gaps in the canopy and bounce off the forest floor, giving you accurate ground elevation data even under closed-canopy jungle.
Site plans, road alignment, utility routing, grading plans, and drainage design for new lodge and eco-resort projects. We work with architects, engineers, and environmental consultants.
Boundary surveys, land-cover classification, and canopy height models for SINAC-registered conservation concessions and private wildlife refuges in the Osa and Térraba Sierpe corridor.
Topographic plans, hydrological maps, contour lines, and area calculations formatted to SETENA requirements for Environmental Impact Assessment submissions in Zone Sud municipalities.
Accurate area calculations, slope analysis, and legal boundary verification for international buyers and developers purchasing land in Dominical, Uvita, Ojochal, and Puerto Jiménez.
Tell us your location, property size, and project type. We'll respond with a detailed scope and price within one business day.
Request a Quote WhatsApp UsMuch of the Osa Peninsula is accessible only by unpaved roads, boat, or small aircraft. Our survey team is experienced at mobilising into remote locations with full equipment — LiDAR drone, RTK GPS base station, batteries, and field laptops — and working within the constraints of Pacific-coast weather patterns (afternoon rains, morning cloud burn-off).
Remote locations like Drake Bay may include a logistics surcharge, which will be itemised clearly in your quote. For properties near or within buffer zones of Corcovado National Park, we can advise on SINAC permit requirements before mobilisation.
Every South Pacific drone survey includes a full set of processed outputs ready for your engineer, architect, or legal team:
Deliverables are compatible with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, QGIS, and all major engineering and planning platforms. We also provide KMZ overlays for Google Earth if required.
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Yes. We use LiDAR sensors that emit up to 3 laser returns per pulse, penetrating dense rainforest canopy to map the ground surface below. This is essential in the Osa Peninsula where photogrammetry cameras simply cannot see through the vegetation.
Yes. We mobilise ground teams and equipment to remote South Pacific locations including Drake Bay, Palmar Norte, Puerto Jiménez, and properties bordering Corcovado National Park. Logistics are factored into your quote.
SETENA typically requires topographic plans, hydrological flow maps, and accurate area calculations. Our LiDAR deliverables — DEM, DSM, contour lines, and orthophoto — meet all standard EIA submission requirements.
Flight operations typically take 1–2 days on-site depending on property size and access. Processed deliverables — DEM, DSM, contours, orthophoto, and full report — are delivered within 72 hours of flight completion.
Base pricing starts at $1,000 USD for up to 5 hectares, including flight, GPS base station, full data processing, and all deliverables. Properties beyond 5 ha are quoted at $80/ha. Remote access in areas like Drake Bay may include a logistics surcharge.
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