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Which side of the plane to sit from Kodiak Airport (Kodiak) to Larsen Bay Airport (Larsen Bay)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers dramatic vistas of the Shelikof Strait and the intricate northern fjord systems, culminating in a spectacular descent into the fjord-enclosed village of Larsen Bay.

Right Side Highlights
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Shelikof Strait

Look north to see the wide channel of water that separates Kodiak Island from the volcanic peaks of the Alaska Peninsula.

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Mt. Glottof

One of the island's most prominent peaks, standing tall against the horizon with its sharp, icy profile.

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Uganik Bay

A complex system of deep-water fjords and inlets often dotted with small fishing vessels and remote cannery outposts.

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Larsen Bay Village

As the plane banks for the final approach, get a bird's-eye view of the historic cannery and the isolated village community.

Keep a close watch on the coastline of the Shelikof Strait for whale spouts or sea lions. The right side is particularly superior during the approach to Larsen Bay, as it provides a clear view of the village and the narrow bay entrance.

Left Side Highlights
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Buskin Lake

Viewed shortly after takeoff, this pristine lake is surrounded by lush coastal vegetation and is a key salmon habitat.

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Kodiak Interior Peaks

The jagged, glaciated central mountains of the island offer a rugged landscape that remains snow-capped most of the year.

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Terror Lake

A high-altitude reservoir located deep within the mountains, providing a stark contrast between blue water and dark rock.

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Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge

Vast stretches of roadless wilderness and alpine tundra where you might spot a Kodiak brown bear on the slopes.

Focus your gaze on the alpine lakes hidden within the high valleys. Mid-morning flights are ideal to avoid the harsh shadows cast by the steep mountain peaks on the southern side of the route.

Top Activities in Larsen Bay
Route Information

Distance: 91 km (57 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 9 min

Departure: ADQ (57.75, -152.4940033)

Arrival: KLN (57.5350990295, -153.977996826)

Route Type: Domestic

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