ASM → NBO

Eritrean Highlands

Dramatic views of the rugged, high-altitude terrain immediately surrounding Asmara after takeoff.

Danakil Outlook

Distant views of the low-lying volcanic plains to the east, transitioning into the Ethiopian escarpment.

Mount Kenya

The snow-capped peaks of Africa's second-highest mountain are often clearly visible during the descent into Nairobi.

Nairobi Skyline

Views of the sprawling city and its modern skyscrapers against the backdrop of the surrounding plains.

The Great Rift Valley

Witness the massive geological trench that defines the East African landscape with its steep walls and flat floors.

Lake Abaya & Chamo

Spot the reddish-brown waters of Lake Abaya and its neighbor Lake Chamo in the southern Ethiopian Rift.

Lake Turkana

On more westerly flight paths, you can see the shimmering 'Jade Sea', the world's largest permanent desert lake.

Nairobi National Park

Upon final approach, you can often see the vast savanna of the park where wildlife roams right next to the city.