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DLA → BZV
Which side of the plane to sit from Douala International Airport (Douala) to Maya-Maya Airport (Brazzaville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, especially during the descent, featuring the vast Atlantic coastline of Gabon and a spectacular aerial view of the Congo River and the Kinshasa skyline.
Gulf of Guinea
Scenic views of the West African coastline and the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff from Douala.
Gabon Forest Mosaic
View the unique landscape where tropical savannas transition into the dense Ogooué River rainforests.
The Congo River
Witness the immense scale of the world's deepest river as it widens into the Malebo Pool upon approach.
Kinshasa Skyline
Get a clear view of the Democratic Republic of the Congo's capital, located directly across the river from Brazzaville.
Malebo Pool Rapids
Look for the white water and dramatic narrowing of the river just downstream from the two capital cities.
The right side is essential for the arrival sequence. Sit behind the wing to capture the 'Twin Cities' of Brazzaville and Kinshasa in one frame. In the late afternoon, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photos of the Congo River.
Mount Cameroon
If departing to the west before turning south, you may catch a distant glimpse of this massive active volcano.
Sanaga River
Observe the intricate, winding path of Cameroon's largest river through the deep interior jungle.
Dja Faunal Reserve
Fly over one of the largest and best-protected rainforests in Africa, appearing as a dense, unbroken green carpet.
Sangha River Basin
Cross the border regions where the forest canopy is segmented by the massive tributaries of the Congo Basin.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy soft lighting over the rainforest. This side is better if you prefer viewing the untouched interior wilderness and the complex river networks of the Cameroon-Congo border.
Distance: 1,105 km (687 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: DLA (4.0060801506, 9.71947956085)
Arrival: BZV (-4.251699924468993, 15.253000259399414)
Route Type: International
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