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BEW → POL
Which side of the plane to sit from Beira Airport (Beira) to Pemba Airport (Pemba)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to Mozambique's spectacular coastline, including coral archipelagos and the historic Ilha de Moçambique.
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Primeiras and Segundas
A chain of ten sparsely inhabited barrier islands featuring crystal clear turquoise waters and vibrant coral reefs.
Ilha de Moçambique
Look for the UNESCO World Heritage site, a crescent-shaped island with distinct colonial architecture and the Fort of São Sebastião.
Baía de Pemba
The approach into POL provides a stunning view of one of the largest and deepest natural bays in the world.
Quirimbas Archipelago
As you descend into Pemba, the southernmost islands of this pristine archipelago become visible against the deep blue Indian Ocean.
The right side is significantly more scenic for maritime enthusiasts. Morning flights are preferred as the sun illuminates the shallow reefs and turquoise lagoons without creating a reflection off the water. Ensure you are looking out about 60-70 minutes into the flight for the unmistakable shape of the Ilha de Moçambique connected to the mainland by its long bridge.
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Zambezi River Delta
Witness the massive, intricate network of channels and mangroves where Africa's fourth-longest river meets the sea.
City of Quelimane
Aerial view of the 'City of Lilies' and its busy port situated on the Bons Sinais River.
Zambezia Highlands
On clear days, the distant rugged peaks and inselbergs of the Mozambican interior rise above the coastal plain.
Coastal Savanna
A mosaic of tropical grasslands and palm groves typical of the Nampula province landscape.
The left side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the continent. Keep an eye out for the massive silt plumes of the Zambezi Delta roughly 30 minutes after takeoff from Beira. This side is better for travelers interested in the scale of Mozambique's river systems and interior geography.
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Get eSIMs for MozambiqueDistance: 965 km (600 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: BEW (-19.79640007019043, 34.90760040283203)
Arrival: POL (-12.991762161254885, 40.52401351928711)
Route Type: Domestic
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