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ATALIM

Our Recommendation
9.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the Cordillera Blanca, the highest tropical mountain range in the world, featuring massive glaciers and Peru's tallest peaks.

Left Side Highlights
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Nevado Huascarán

The highest mountain in Peru and the highest peak in the tropics, standing at 6,768 meters.

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Cordillera Blanca

Dozens of snow-capped peaks over 6,000 meters visible in rapid succession shortly after takeoff.

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Laguna Conococha

A high-altitude lake at 4,050 meters that serves as the headwaters of the Santa River.

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Huaraz City

Aerial view of the capital of Ancash nestled in the Callejón de Huaylas valley.

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Andean Escarpment

Dramatic view of the vertical drop as the plane transitions from the high Andes toward the Pacific.

Book an early morning flight for the clearest weather, as clouds often gather around the peaks by midday. Sit as far forward as possible to avoid the wing obstructing your view of the glacial lakes and jagged ridges. During the descent into Lima, this side provides views of the sprawling urban landscape against the Andean foothills.

Right Side Highlights
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Cordillera Negra

The dark, non-glaciated mountain range that runs parallel to the Cordillera Blanca.

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Pacific Coastline

The stark meeting point of the Sechura Desert and the Pacific Ocean as you approach Lima.

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San Lorenzo Island

The largest island in Peru, visible just off the coast of Callao during the final approach.

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Port of Callao

View of the busy maritime traffic and the primary naval base of Peru.

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Lomas de Lachay

Seasonal fog-watered oases that turn the desert hills green between June and October.

Choose this side if you want to avoid the harsh morning sun glare when flying south. It offers great views of the coastal desert and the unique 'Garúa' (coastal mist) layer. In the winter months (June-September), look for the green patches of the Lomas ecosystems which provide a sharp contrast to the surrounding desert.

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Route Information

Distance: 302 km (188 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 30 min

Departure: ATA (-9.347439765930176, -77.59839630126953)

Arrival: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)

Route Type: Domestic

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