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BKY → KND
Which side of the plane to sit from Bukavu Kavumu Airport (Bukavu/kavumu) to Kindu Airport (Kindu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Mitumba mountain ridges and a better angle for viewing the Lualaba River as the aircraft approaches Kindu.
Mitumba Mountains
Rugged, high-altitude ridges visible immediately after departure from the Bukavu area.
Kahuzi-Biega National Park
Dense, mist-covered highland forests which serve as a primary habitat for Eastern Lowland Gorillas.
Congo Basin Canopy
An endless sea of deep green tropical rainforest extending to the horizon throughout the Maniema province.
Lualaba River Meanders
The upper reaches of the Congo River appearing as a silver ribbon winding through the jungle on final approach.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the mountains. Morning flights are highly recommended as convective clouds typically build up over the rainforest by mid-afternoon, obscuring the ground. Look for the distinct change in vegetation as you descend from the Kivu highlands into the Maniema basin.
Lake Kivu Vista
Sweeping views of the southern tip of Lake Kivu during the initial climb out of Bukavu.
Ulindi River Valley
Aerial perspectives of one of the major tributaries cutting through the dense jungle floor.
Isolated Settlements
Small clearings and traditional villages visible along the forest edges, miles from any major roads.
Kindu Outskirts
The transition from wild jungle to the urban sprawl of Kindu as the plane lines up for landing.
The right side is excellent for catching a glimpse of Lake Kivu right after takeoff. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, you might see the transition between different forest types. Use a polarizing filter if taking photos to cut through the tropical haze.
Distance: 328 km (204 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: BKY (-2.3089799880981445, 28.808799743652344)
Arrival: KND (-2.91917991638, 25.9153995514)
Route Type: Domestic
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