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DJJ → WMX
Which side of the plane to sit from Sentani International Airport (Jayapura) to Wamena Airport (Wamena)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers the most dramatic entry into the Baliem Valley, providing better views of the winding Baliem River and the traditional Dani villages dotting the valley floor during the final approach.
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Lake Sentani
Breathtaking aerial views of the sprawling lake and its many islands immediately after takeoff from Jayapura.
Jayawijaya Foothills
Rugged mountain terrain that rises sharply from the coastal lowlands into the central highlands.
Baliem River Meanders
Spectacular views of the silver river snaking through the vibrant green valley floor as you descend.
Dani Settlements
Spot the distinct circular 'Honai' houses and agricultural terracing unique to the indigenous Dani people.
Valley Basin
A panoramic perspective of the high-altitude basin surrounded by 4,000-meter peaks.
Book the earliest flight possible (usually between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM) to avoid the heavy cloud cover that typically rolls in by mid-morning. The descent into Wamena is purely visual, and the left side provides the clearest perspective of the valley's unique topography and traditional land-use patterns.
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Cyclops Mountains
Views of the steep, jungle-clad range that separates Sentani from the Pacific Ocean.
Lorentz National Park Border
Uninterrupted vistas of primary tropical rainforest, some of the most biodiverse in the world.
Highland Cloud Forests
Ethereal views of mist clinging to the high ridges of the Maoke Mountains.
Distant Peaks
On exceptionally clear days, the glaciated peaks of the Sudirman Range may be visible to the west.
Wamena Town
A detailed look at the highland outpost's layout and the busy airport apron during the final turn.
The right side is excellent for seeing the sheer scale of the New Guinea jungle. Watch for the dramatic transition from the humid lowlands to the temperate highland climate. Keep your camera ready for the 'gap' entry into the valley, where the plane often flies close to the mountain ridges.
Book Hotels in WamenaDistance: 242 km (150 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: DJJ (-2.5769500733, 140.5160064698)
Arrival: WMX (-4.10251, 138.957001)
Route Type: Domestic
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