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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Saharan mountain ranges, the winding Niger River, and a spectacular approach over the massive Congo River loop before landing.

Left Side Highlights
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Auvergne Volcanoes

Early in the flight, view the ancient volcanic peaks of the Massif Central in central France.

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Mediterranean Crossing

Aerial views of the blue Mediterranean, often passing near the rugged coasts of Corsica and Sardinia.

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Ahaggar Mountains

Stunning views of the volcanic peaks and purple rock formations of the Hoggar Plateau in southern Algeria.

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Niger River

Cross the life-giving Niger River as it flows through the arid landscapes of West Africa.

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Mount Cameroon

On clear days, the massive silhouette of West Africa's highest peak is visible to the east.

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Congo Basin

The transition from Sahel to the deep, unbroken emerald green of the world's second-largest rainforest.

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Congo River Bend

A breathtaking view of the massive river system as the plane aligns for the final approach into Brazzaville.

Choose the left side for daytime flights to capture the high-contrast shadows of the Saharan mountains. This side is also preferred for seeing the sun rise over the African continent on overnight flights. Watch for the dramatic change in soil color from orange desert sands to deep tropical red.

Right Side Highlights
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Paris Skyline

Depending on the takeoff runway at CDG, catch a glimpse of the Eiffel Tower and the city's sprawl.

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Balearic Islands

Pass over or near Majorca and Ibiza, offering turquoise water views against white sandy shores.

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Grand Erg Occidental

Vast, undulating 'oceans' of sand dunes stretching across the Algerian Sahara.

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Port of Cotonou

As you cross the Gulf of Guinea coast, look for the busy shipping lanes and ports of Benin.

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Equatorial Cloud Formations

Excellent views of massive cumulonimbus towers frequently forming over the Gabon rainforest.

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Stanley Pool

View the wide section of the Congo River and the distant skyline of Kinshasa across the water.

The right side is ideal for sunset views during the later stages of the flight. It offers a broader view of the Atlantic coastline if the flight path takes a more westerly route over the Gulf of Guinea. Keep your window shade down during the midday Saharan crossing to avoid the intense solar glare.

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Route Information

Distance: 6,049 km (3,759 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 7 min

Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)

Arrival: BZV (-4.251699924468993, 15.253000259399414)

Route Type: International

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