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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular view of the dense, unbroken primary rainforest of Masoala National Park, providing a rare perspective of Madagascar's untouched wilderness.

Right Side Highlights
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Masoala National Park

A vast sea of ancient, deep green canopy belonging to this UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Mountainous Ridges

The high elevation peaks of the Masoala Peninsula, often shrouded in morning mist.

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Antainambalana River

A major winding river that snakes through the jungle towards the Maroantsetra delta.

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Vanilla Plantations

The patchwork of agricultural land surrounding Antalaha, the world's vanilla capital.

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Cloud Forests

High-altitude forest zones where clouds often touch the jungle treetops.

The right side is essential for viewing the primary rainforest interior. Since this is a very short, low-altitude flight, keep your camera ready from the moment of takeoff. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the convective cloud cover that often develops over the mountains by midday.

Left Side Highlights
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Indian Ocean Coastline

Dramatic views of the rugged eastern shoreline where the rainforest meets the turquoise sea.

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Antongil Bay

The deep blue expanse of Madagascar's largest bay, a critical habitat for marine life.

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Nosy Mangabe

A lush, forested island appearing near the final descent into Maroantsetra.

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Coastal Sandbars

Intricate patterns of silt and sand formed at the river mouths near the bay's edge.

Sit on the left if traveling between July and September to potentially spot humpback whales in Antongil Bay. Early morning flights provide the best lighting for the coastal lagoons without the glare of the tropical sun.

Top Activities in Maroantsetra
Route Information

Distance: 83 km (52 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 min

Departure: ANM (-14.99940013885498, 50.3202018737793)

Arrival: WMN (-15.436699867248535, 49.68830108642578)

Route Type: Domestic

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