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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a dramatic perspective of the West African coastline, the Gulf of Guinea, and a spectacular approach over the Congo River with views of both Brazzaville and Kinshasa.

Right Side Highlights
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Atlantic Coastline

Continuous views of the rugged Western Saharan and Mauritanian coast meeting the blue ocean.

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Gulf of Guinea

Aerial views of the West African bight, often featuring cargo ships near major ports like Abidjan or Accra.

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Mount Cameroon

On clear days, the massive volcanic peak can be spotted rising above the clouds near the Nigerian border.

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Ogooué River

The winding, silver ribbons of the major river system through the Gabonese jungle.

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Twin Capitals

The unique sight of Brazzaville and Kinshasa facing each other across the mighty Congo River during descent.

The right side is unbeatable for the final approach into BZV. Ask for a window seat away from the wing to see the Congo River's immense width. For night flights, look for the gas flares from offshore oil rigs along the coast of Gabon and the bright lights of Kinshasa on arrival.

Left Side Highlights
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Atlas Mountains

Jagged peaks and valleys of the Anti-Atlas range visible shortly after takeoff from Casablanca.

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Adrar Plateau

Stunning sand dunes and rocky formations of the Mauritanian Sahara in deep orange hues.

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Sahel Transition

The visual shift from arid desert to the sparse greenery of the semi-arid Sahel region.

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Congo Basin Forest

An endless carpet of dense, dark green rainforest stretching across Gabon and the Republic of Congo.

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Malebo Pool

The wide, lake-like widening of the Congo River just before reaching the destination.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides the best view of the transition from the Sahara to the tropical rainforests of Central Africa. Keep an eye out for the Niger River crossing depending on the specific flight corridor.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,824 km (2,997 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 41 min

Departure: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)

Arrival: BZV (-4.251699924468993, 15.253000259399414)

Route Type: International

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