Camera Permit for Mayan Ruins

[4x4bob]

While looking at view excursion details on a Princess Cruise site for Lamanai Mayan Ruins I found:

 

There is a charge and permit needed for professional equipment. Permit must be obtained before arrival at site.

 

No further information as to where to obtain the permit and no definition as to what is professional equipment. I would hate to have my Nikon DSLR be identified by local authorities as Professional equipment and have it confiscated because I did not have a permit.

 

Does anyone have more information or has experienced this before and how did you handle it?

 

Thanks

 

Bob

Edited November 22, 2013 by 4x4bob

[evandbob]

While looking at view excursion details on a Princess Cruise site for Lamanai Mayan Ruins I found:

 

There is a charge and permit needed for professional equipment. Permit must be obtained before arrival at site.

 

No further information as to where to obtain the permit and no definition as to what is professional equipment. I would hate to have my Nikon DSLR be identified by local authorities as Professional equipment and have it confiscated because I did not have a permit.

 

Does anyone have more information or has experienced this before and how did you handle it?

 

Thanks

 

Bob

 

A 35mm DSL would not be considered "professional". The license is for video recorders. Enjoy Lamanai.

Edited November 22, 2013 by evandbob

[Grego]

The irony is that my Nikon D7000 takes video that could certainly be classified as "professional grade".

[Sacewood]

I'm glad I found this discussion, but I'm still left with questions!

I have a DSLR Canon 1100D with equipment. I would assume despite the entry level price I paid for it that it's considered professional. Any clue where I'd go to confirm this and or to purchase the permit?

 

Thank you!

 

Sean

[crewsweeper]

I think the reference to professional equipment is for professional videography/photography/movie production companies. There are no "camera police" examining tourist excursions individual equipment.

[JimAOk1945]

I think the key word is "professional." My wife (not a professional) took a lot of pictures for her website and didn't have to get a permit.

 

You might want to call the cruise line that you booked your cruise with if you still have questions.