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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic transition from the Mozambican coastal plains to the rugged Drakensberg Escarpment and the iconic Lebombo Mountains.

Right Side Highlights
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Banhine National Park

View the remote and arid ecosystems of southern Mozambique, characterized by salt pans and dry savanna.

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Lebombo Mountain Range

A long, narrow ridge that forms a natural boundary between Mozambique, Eswatini, and South Africa.

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Drakensberg Escarpment

Marvel at the sudden rise in elevation as the coastal plains give way to the towering peaks of the Mpumalanga highlands.

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Gold Mine Tailings

During descent, look for the distinctive 'yellow hills'—man-made mountains of sand created by a century of gold mining on the Reef.

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Johannesburg Skyline

On the final approach, catch glimpses of the Hillbrow Tower and the dense urban sprawl of Africa's economic hub.

The right side is the 'photographer's choice' for afternoon flights, as the setting sun illuminates the Drakensberg mountains. Look for the Olifants River crossing the border. In winter (June–August), the atmosphere is often clearer, offering visibility of the escarpment from much further away, though seasonal 'veld fires' can occasionally create a hazy horizon.

Left Side Highlights
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Pungwe River Estuary

Witness the massive silty waters of the Pungwe River meeting the Indian Ocean immediately after takeoff from Beira.

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Kruger National Park

As the flight crosses into South Africa, look down for the vast, untamed bushveld of the world-famous wildlife reserve.

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Highveld Agriculture

The landscape transforms into a patchwork of yellow and green circular irrigation fields as you approach the Gauteng province.

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Industrial Powerhouses

Spot the massive coal-fired power stations and cooling towers near Witbank that power South Africa's interior.

The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun which will be to the north and west. It provides the best view of the Beira coastline during the initial ascent. Keep an eye out for the Sabie River winding through the bushveld roughly 40 minutes into the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 981 km (610 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: BEW (-19.79640007019043, 34.90760040283203)

Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)

Route Type: International

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