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BUX → BNC
Which side of the plane to sit from Bunia Airport (Bunia) to Beni Airport (Beni)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic Albertine Rift Valley, the meandering Semliki River, and the distant, majestic peaks of the Ruwenzori Mountains.
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Ruwenzori Mountains
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the 'Mountains of the Moon' are visible to the southeast.
Semliki River
Watch the intricate, snake-like meanders of the river that forms the natural border with Uganda.
Albertine Rift Floor
A stunning perspective of the valley floor as it drops away from the Bunia plateau.
Lake Albert Glimpse
The southern tip of the lake and its surrounding wetlands can be seen shortly after takeoff from Bunia.
Book an early morning flight to maximize your chances of seeing the Ruwenzori peaks before they are shrouded in their characteristic daily cloud cover. The contrast between the high plateau and the deep rift valley is most striking during the first 15 minutes of the flight.
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Ituri Rainforest
The vast, unbroken canopy of the Ituri Forest stretches to the western horizon, showcasing the 'Green Heart' of Africa.
Mount Hoyo
The rugged, forested slopes of Mount Hoyo rise from the landscape, known for its hidden caves and waterfalls.
Forest Tributaries
Silver threads of small rivers and streams glinting through the dense tropical vegetation.
The right side is ideal for observing the incredible density of the primary rainforest. Use a polarizing lens for photography to cut through the tropical humidity and haze that often hangs over the Congo Basin.
Book Hotels in BeniDistance: 138 km (86 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: BUX (1.5657199621200562, 30.220800399780273)
Arrival: BNC (0.575, 29.4739)
Route Type: Domestic
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