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Which side of the plane to sit from Hato International Airport (Willemstad) to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (Zandery)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views, the right side provides a superior perspective of the rugged Venezuelan coastal mountains and the spectacular maze of the Orinoco Delta before transitioning into the deep, untouched rainforests of the Guiana Shield.
Cordillera de la Costa
Dramatic views of the steep Venezuelan mountain ranges rising sharply from the Caribbean coastline.
Orinoco River Delta
An incredible labyrinth of mangrove swamps and thousands of winding distributaries stretching across the horizon.
Guiana Shield Rainforest
A vast, unbroken emerald canopy of some of the world's most pristine tropical rainforest.
Meandering Rivers
The Berbice and Courantyne rivers create silver, snake-like patterns through the dense green jungle below.
Zandery Approach
A low-altitude sweep over the high-canopy forest surrounding Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport.
The right side is essential for viewing the Orinoco Delta, a true geographic marvel. To avoid glare, choose an afternoon flight; however, morning flights often offer clearer air before tropical cumulus clouds build up over the jungle. Keep your camera ready as you cross from Venezuela into Guyana for the most varied terrain.
CuraΓ§ao Northern Shore
Aerial view of the rugged limestone cliffs and crashing waves of the island's northern coastline upon departure.
Isla de Margarita
Occasional sightings of the famous Venezuelan 'Pearl of the Caribbean' surrounded by turquoise waters.
Essequibo River Mouth
The massive, island-filled delta of Guyana's largest river emptying into the Atlantic Ocean.
Continental Shelf Break
Observe the dramatic color shift from the deep indigo of the Caribbean to the silt-rich brown waters of the Guiana coast.
Paramaribo Outskirts
The sprawling wooden architecture and colonial layout of the Surinamese capital during the descent.
Sit on the left for better views of the Atlantic coastline and the massive river estuaries. This side is typically shielded from the harsh morning sun when traveling southeast. Look for the distinct line where the muddy river water meets the blue ocean.
Distance: 1,688 km (1,049 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: CUR (12.1889, -68.959801)
Arrival: PBM (5.4528298378, -55.1878013611)
Route Type: International
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