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Aerial surveying and drone mapping in Zambia

Service Overview

Professional Aerial Surveying & Mapping services by Botain Kalunga, based in Solwezi. 5+ years of drone experience. Skilled in Mine Surveying, UAV Mapping, Photogrammetry, GNSS/RTK, GIS. Credentials: Licensed UAV Pilot, RPL (Zambia Civil Aviation Authority), SenseFly (AG Eagle) Certified Operator, Fixed-Wing UAV, Safe & Efficient Blasting, Orica. Operates SenseFly AG Eagle. Contact to discuss your project and get a custom quote for your location.

Equipment & Tech Specs

Coverage Area

Based in Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

Serves 5 areas

Solwezi, North-Western
Lusaka, Lusaka
Kitwe, Copperbelt
Ndola, Copperbelt
Kabwe, Central

Try Before You Commit

Not sure if we are the right fit? Book a one-day trial to evaluate our pilot's skills, equipment quality, and professionalism. You pay only for a single day — no long-term commitment.

K 6,500/ day

One-time trial, no strings attached

Full day of professional service
Evaluate pilot skills & equipment
No long-term obligation

Long-Term Hire

Loved the trial? Move to a long-term partnership.

Weekly Retainer

K 32,500 / week

Dedicated pilot for weekly deliverables

Best Value

Monthly Retainer

K 130,000 / month

Priority scheduling, best rates

About the Pilot

Mine Surveyor and Geomatics Engineer with 5+ years of experience supporting large-scale mining operations through high-precision surveying, UAV mapping, and geospatial analysis. Strong expertise in GNSS/RTK workflows, photogrammetry, volumetric analysis, and mine planning software, delivering accurate spatial intelligence for operational and safety-critical decisions. Proven track record of optimizing survey workflows, automating geospatial processes, and improving productivity while maintaining compliance with mining and aviation regulations.

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Botain Kalunga

New 0 jobs 5+ yrs exp

Work Experience

Mine Surveyor · Kansanshi Mining Plc

2020 - Present

Director/ Principal Drone Pilot · Bolt Geospatial Solutions Ltd

2026

Education

BENG Geomatics Engineering — Yildiz Technical University

MSc Project Management — University of Lusaka

Trial Day Rate
K 6,500

Try before you commit — one day only

Long-Term Options
WeeklyK 32,500
MonthlyK 130,000
CategoryAerial Surveying & Mapping
LocationZambia flagLusaka, Lusaka Province
Jobs Done0
Experience5+ years

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Pilot Credentials

Owns Drone Equipment
Response: Within 24 hours
5+ years experience

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Tags

Mine Surveying
UAV Mapping
Photogrammetry
GNSS/RTK
GIS