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BVI → BEU
Which side of the plane to sit from Birdsville Airport (Birdsville) to Bedourie Airport (Bedourie)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the iconic Simpson Desert dunes, showcasing the striking contrast between deep red sand and the sparse vegetation of the Channel Country.
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Simpson Desert Dunes
View the world-famous parallel linear dunes of the Simpson Desert, characterized by their deep ochre and red hues.
Munga-Thirri National Park
Aerial perspective of Australia's largest national park, showing the vast and untouched arid wilderness.
Eyre Creek Floodplains
Observe the intricate green ribbons of life that form when seasonal water travels through the desert floor.
Big Red Sand Dune
Shortly after takeoff, look for the tallest dune in the Simpson Desert, a popular spot for outback travelers.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, which enhances the saturation of the red sand dunes. Keep your camera ready immediately after departure from Birdsville to spot 'Big Red' to the west.
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Diamantina River Channels
Follow the winding, braided channels of the Diamantina River as it carves its way through the Channel Country.
Glengyle Station
Pass over one of the region's massive cattle stations, illustrating the incredible scale of outback pastoralism.
Stony Gibber Plains
View the 'moonscape' appearance of the gibber plains, covered in polished desert pavement stones.
Bedourie Settlement
As you descend, see the remote township of Bedourie appearing like an oasis in the vast desert landscape.
The right side is excellent during the late afternoon as the low sun creates long shadows across the river channels, highlighting the terrain's topography. Watch for silver flashes on the horizon indicating hidden billabongs.
Book Hotels in BedourieDistance: 173 km (107 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 17 min
Departure: BVI (-25.897499084472656, 139.34800720214844)
Arrival: BEU (-24.346099853515625, 139.46000671386722)
Route Type: Domestic
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