BZV → KGL

Congo River Divide

Witness the massive width of the Congo River and the distinct separation between Brazzaville and Kinshasa shortly after takeoff.

Congo Basin Rainforest

Fly over the world's second-largest rainforest, a dense and endless green canopy punctuated by winding brown rivers.

Virunga Mountains

On clear days, the northern horizon features the silhouettes of the dramatic volcanic peaks on the DRC-Rwanda border.

Lake Kivu (North)

Excellent views of the northern shores near Gisenyi and the transition into the Great Rift Valley.

Kigali Approach

A panoramic view of the 'Land of a Thousand Hills' as the aircraft descends over the terraced slopes of Rwanda.

Kinshasa Skyline

Get a closer look at the sprawling urban landscape of Kinshasa as you climb away from the Congo River.

Kasai River Tributaries

Observe the intricate, snake-like patterns of the various rivers that feed into the Congo Basin from the south.

Nyungwe Forest

In the latter half of the flight, spot the ancient high-altitude canopy of Nyungwe, one of the best-preserved rainforests in Africa.

Lake Kivu Islands

View the southern and central portions of Lake Kivu, including the numerous small islands dotting the water.

Rwandan Terraces

Look down at the incredible agricultural engineering of Rwanda's terraced hillsides during the final descent.