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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a stunning contrast between the golden dunes of the Sahara and the deep blue of the Atlantic, plus the chance to spot the Canary Islands and the westernmost tip of Africa.

Right Side Highlights
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Canary Islands

Depending on the specific airway, the volcanic silhouettes of Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria often appear on the horizon.

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Sahara Coastline

Dramatic white cliffs and turquoise lagoons where the desert meets the Atlantic Ocean along the Western Sahara coast.

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Cap Vert Peninsula

The westernmost point of continental Africa, featuring the sprawling city of Dakar jutting into the ocean.

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Abidjan Coastline

Views of the Γ‰briΓ© Lagoon and the industrial ports of Ivory Coast as the plane heads toward the Gulf of Guinea.

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Pico Basile

A magnificent view of the 3,011m volcanic peak that dominates Bioko Island during the final approach into Malabo.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of flight; the descent into Malabo often circles the volcanic coast of Bioko Island, providing spectacular low-altitude views of the island's steep, forested slopes.

Left Side Highlights
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Atlas Mountains

The snow-capped peaks of the High Atlas provide a dramatic backdrop shortly after departure from Casablanca.

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Sahara Erg Formations

Vast sand seas and intricate wind-blown dune patterns visible as the flight traverses Mauritania.

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West African Sahel

The gradual transition from arid desert to the scattered shrublands and seasonal wetlands of the Sahel region.

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Guinean Rainforests

Dense, vibrant green canopy layers as the flight crosses into the tropical latitudes of Ivory Coast.

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Mount Cameroon

On clear days during the descent, the massive silhouette of Central Africa's highest peak may be visible across the water.

Sit on this side for early morning departures to see the Atlas Mountains illuminated by the sunrise. This side is better for viewing the shift in inland ecosystems from desert to jungle. Watch for the Niger River basin's complex water patterns if the flight path tracks slightly eastward.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,702 km (2,300 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 21 min

Departure: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)

Arrival: SSG (3.7552700042724614, 8.708720207214355)

Route Type: International

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