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DKR → BJL
Which side of the plane to sit from Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (Dakar) to Banjul International Airport (Banjul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Atlantic coastline, the historic Gorée Island immediately after takeoff, and the stunning transition from the ocean into the wide Gambia River estuary.
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Gorée Island
The historic island and former slave trading post visible just offshore shortly after takeoff.
Delta du Saloum
The oceanic edge of the UNESCO World Heritage site featuring unique saltwater channels called bolongs.
Gambia River Estuary
The massive expanse of water where the mighty Gambia River meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Keep your camera ready immediately after departure for a clear view of Gorée Island. Afternoon flights are ideal for the right side as the sun illuminates the coastline and the turquoise waters of the Saloum Delta. Choose a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the river crossing into Banjul.
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Dakar Urban Core
Dense urban landscape and the industrial port zone of the Senegalese capital.
Petite Côte
Aerial views of the popular tourist resorts and sandy beaches around Saly and Mbour.
Inland Saloum
The complex maze of mangrove channels and savanna woodlands further inland.
Look for the 'Tannas' or salt flats which appear as bright white patches amidst the green mangroves during the dry season. Morning flights offer the best lighting for inland photography without the haze of afternoon heat.
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Get eSIMs for GambiaDistance: 180 km (112 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: DKR (14.739700317382812, -17.49020004272461)
Arrival: BJL (13.338000297546388, -16.65220069885254)
Route Type: International
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