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BVI → WNR
Which side of the plane to sit from Birdsville Airport (Birdsville) to Windorah Airport (Windorah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the intricate 'Channel Country' of the Diamantina River system, showcasing a stunning network of braided waterways that contrast sharply with the arid surroundings.
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Diamantina River Channels
Observe the mesmerizing maze of interconnected water channels that form the heart of the Channel Country.
Simpson Desert Fringes
Glimpse the iconic deep red parallel sand dunes of the Simpson Desert merging into the vast floodplains.
Durrie Station
Spot one of the remote pastoral icons of the outback, managing vast cattle herds in this challenging environment.
Braided Waterways
Witness the abstract patterns of greenery and silt created by ancient river paths during the wet season.
Goyder Lagoon North
See the northern reaches of this massive swamp system which acts as a vital refuge for outback birdlife.
Sit on the left for the best morning light when traveling east. This side provides the most dramatic views of the Diamantina's complex hydrology. Look for the ghostly white lines of dry creek beds which turn emerald green instantly after heavy inland rains. A window seat forward of the wing is ideal for photography.
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Betoota Ghost Town
Keep an eye out for the remains of Australia's smallest town, once a customs post between the colonial borders.
Sturt Stony Desert
Marvel at the vast, shimmering gibber plains that stretch endlessly toward the southern horizon.
Cooper Creek Catchment
As you approach Windorah, view the vast catchment areas that eventually feed the legendary Cooper Creek.
Birdsville-Windorah Road
Follow the lonely ribbon of road cutting through the red earth, emphasizing the scale of the outback.
The right side offers a stark perspective of the sheer isolation of the Australian interior. Use polarized sunglasses to reduce the intense glare from the reflective stony gibber plains. Late afternoon flights on this side offer the best definition of desert ridges as the sun begins to set.
Book Hotels in WindorahDistance: 337 km (209 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: BVI (-25.897499084472656, 139.34800720214844)
Arrival: WNR (-25.41309928894043, 142.66700744628906)
Route Type: Domestic
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