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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side is significantly superior for this route because it offers extensive views of Lake Volta, the world's largest man-made reservoir by surface area, and the impressive Akosombo Dam shortly after takeoff.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Lake Volta

Breathtaking views of the massive inland sea, including its many islands and flooded forest silhouettes.

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Akosombo Dam

A clear view of the massive hydroelectric dam that powers much of Ghana, visible minutes after departure.

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Kwahu Escarpment

The dramatic rocky ridgeline that marks the transition from the coastal plains to the interior plateau.

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White Volta River

Aerial perspective of the river system that feeds the northern reaches of the reservoir.

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Ouagadougou Approach

Excellent views of the Burkina Faso capital's urban grid and the distinctive red-clay architecture.

The Right Side is essential for photography. Try to book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating Lake Volta's blue waters. Keep your camera ready within the first 15 minutes of flight for the best views of the dam and the lake's southern edge.

Left Side Highlights
6.2
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Accra Western Suburbs

Panoramic views of the capital's expansion and the Atlantic coastline during the initial climb.

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Ashanti Forest Belt

Dense canopy views of Ghana's lush southern tropical forests and cocoa-growing regions.

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Black Volta Meanders

The winding path of the Black Volta river as it snakes through the western border regions.

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Sahelian Transition

A striking visual shift from the deep greens of the south to the dusty ochres of the northern savanna.

Choose this side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the West African landscape. It provides a better perspective of the dense forest architecture of central Ghana before the terrain flattens into the savanna.

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Route Information

Distance: 765 km (475 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min

Departure: ACC (5.605189800262451, -0.16678600013256073)

Arrival: OUA (12.3532, -1.51242)

Route Type: International

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