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CPT → MUB
Which side of the plane to sit from Cape Town International Airport (Cape Town) to Maun Airport (Maun)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Cape coastline upon departure and prime views of the deep red Kalahari dunes and the Okavango Delta's intricate waterways during the descent into Maun.
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Atlantic Seaboard
Clear views of the cold Atlantic waters and the rugged coastline as the aircraft climbs out of Cape Town.
Cederberg Mountains
Distinctive jagged rock formations and high peaks of the Western Cape interior shortly after takeoff.
Kalahari Red Dunes
Stunning longitudinal sand dunes of the southern Kalahari Desert characterized by their vibrant rust-orange color.
Diamond Fields
Aerial view of the arid landscapes of the Northern Cape, historically significant for mineral wealth.
Okavango Delta Fringe
The transformation from desert to lush green wetlands and winding channels as you approach Maun.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare and enjoy the best light for photography. Watch for the Orange River's green ribbon cutting through the arid landscape about halfway through. During the final 20 minutes, keep your eyes peeled for elephant herds and hippos in the shallower floodplains near the Delta's edge.
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An iconic view of the flat-topped mountain and the City Bowl shortly after wheels up from CPT.
Cape Winelands
Lush, structured vineyard patterns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek against the backdrop of the Boland Mountains.
Hex River Valley
A dramatic mountain pass that serves as the natural gateway to the Great Karoo interior.
Salt Pans
Glimpses of various white, shimmering salt pans scattered across the landscape of southern Botswana.
Thamalakane River
The lifeblood of Maun village, visible snaking through the landscape just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for catching the morning sun illuminating the face of Table Mountain. If the flight path takes a more easterly track, you might see the shimmering edge of the Makgadikgadi Pans in the distance. Wear polarized sunglasses to better see the texture of the salt pans and the varying depths of the river systems.
Book Hotels in MaunDistance: 1,627 km (1,011 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: CPT (-33.9648017883, 18.6016998291)
Arrival: MUB (-19.97260093688965, 23.43110084533691)
Route Type: International
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