CYZ → MNL

Sierra Madre Range

The rugged spine of Luzon, featuring dense tropical forests and jagged peaks that parallel the flight path.

Cagayan River Bends

The country's longest river creates intricate meanders and oxbow lakes visible shortly after departing Cauayan.

Pantabangan Reservoir

A massive man-made lake nestled within the mountains, known for its deep blue waters and intricate shoreline.

Metro Manila Skyline

As the plane turns for its final approach, the dense skyscrapers of Makati and Ortigas come into view.

Angat Watershed

Lush protected forest areas providing a stark green contrast to the approaching urban sprawl of Bulacan.

Cordillera Central

Distant but majestic views of the western mountain range, including the area surrounding Mount Pulag.

Central Luzon Plains

The 'Rice Granary of the Philippines' presents a patchwork quilt of vibrant green and yellow paddy fields.

Mount Arayat

A striking, solitary dormant volcano rising abruptly from the flat plains of Pampanga.

Manila Bay

On final descent, the vast bay and the busy shipping lanes leading to the Port of Manila are clearly visible.

Magat River System

Views of the extensive irrigation networks that support the agricultural heartland of Isabela.