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Which side of the plane to sit from Marechal Rondon Airport (Cuiaba) to Cacoal Airport (Cacoal)?

Our Recommendation
7.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Serra do Parecis escarpment and provides a better perspective of the transition from the Mato Grosso plains into the Amazonian basin.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Cuiabá Skyline

Aerial view of the 'Green City' and the winding Cuiabá River immediately after takeoff.

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Serra do Parecis

Dramatic plateau edges and escarpments that define the geography of western Mato Grosso.

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Agro-Mosaic

Vast, colorful geometric patterns of soy, corn, and cotton fields spanning to the horizon.

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Rio Paraguai Headwaters

The initial streams and wetlands that eventually feed the great Pantanal to the south.

Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing clearer views of the ground. During the dry season (August-October), look for the contrast between the red soil and the green irrigated fields.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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Chapada dos Guimarães

Distant views of the iconic red sandstone cliffs to the northeast during the initial climb.

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Amazonian Frontier

The 'Arc of Deforestation' showing the stark boundary between primary rainforest and pastures.

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Remote Estates

Massive rural properties featuring private landing strips and isolated farmhouse complexes.

The right side is excellent for spotting the dense cumulus cloud formations that build up over the rainforest in the late afternoon. Keep an eye out for the Juruena River crossing midway through the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 739 km (459 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min

Departure: CGB (-15.6528997421, -56.1166992188)

Arrival: OAL (-11.496, -61.4508)

Route Type: Domestic

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