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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the dramatic transition from the high-altitude Sabana de Bogota down into the Magdalena River valley and across the rugged Serranía de los Churumbelos.

Right Side Highlights
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Magdalena River

Colombia's principal river valley visible in the distance, cutting a path between the Central and Eastern mountain ranges.

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Nevado del Huila

On clear days, the distant snow-capped peak of Colombia's highest volcano can be spotted far to the west.

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Tatacoa Vicinity

The landscape transitions into more arid, reddish terrain as the flight passes west of the Neiva region.

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Serranía de los Churumbelos

A stunning, jungle-clad mountain range where the Andes meet the Amazon, creating a dramatic wall of green ridges.

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Jungle Descent

Low-level views of the tropical forest canopy and small jungle clearings during the final descent into PUU.

The right side is generally more scenic due to the proximity to the Magdalena Valley and the Central Cordillera peaks. To see the Nevado del Huila volcano, morning flights are essential before clouds build up over the mountains. Aim for a seat ahead of the wing to get the best views of the serrated mountain ridges near the journey's end.

Left Side Highlights
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Sabana de Bogotá

Aerial views of the sprawling capital city and the high plateau agricultural lands immediately after takeoff.

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Sumapaz Paramo

One of the world's largest high-altitude moorland ecosystems, featuring unique vegetation and rugged mist-covered peaks.

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Caguán Tributaries

Glimmering silver ribbons of water weaving through the darkening green of the southern rainforest expansion.

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Amazonian Canopy

An endless sea of dense tropical forest stretching toward the horizon as the plane heads deep into the Putumayo.

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Putumayo River

Final approach views of the massive river that forms the border with Ecuador, winding through the lowlands.

Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the soft sunrise light reflecting off the winding river systems. This side is better for viewing the unbroken expanse of the Amazonian frontier as you descend toward Puerto Asis. Watch for the sharp contrast between the cold paramo and the humid lowlands.

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Route Information

Distance: 535 km (332 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 54 min

Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)

Arrival: PUU (0.505228, -76.5008)

Route Type: Domestic

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