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DOH → DAR
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar Es Salaam)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer unique views, the Right Side is the clear winner for its potential to showcase the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro and the stunning orange dunes of the Empty Quarter.
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The Empty Quarter
The vast, undulating orange sand dunes of the Rub' al Khali, the world's largest sand desert.
Dhofar Mountains
The rugged limestone peaks and deep wadis of southern Oman and eastern Yemen.
Mount Kenya
Distant views of Africa's second-highest peak emerging from the clouds over central Kenya.
Mount Kilimanjaro
The iconic snow-capped 'Roof of Africa' is often visible on the horizon about 45 minutes before arrival.
Tsavo Ecosystem
The expansive red-soil plains of Tsavo National Park, where the savannah landscape begins to dominate.
The right side is essential for seeing Mount Kilimanjaro. Flight paths often pass just east of the mountain; keep your camera ready about 45 to 60 minutes before landing. Early morning flights offer the best clarity before heat haze and afternoon clouds obscure the peak.
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Doha Skyline
Aerial views of West Bay skyscrapers and the Pearl-Qatar immediately after takeoff.
Indian Ocean Coast
Dramatic views of the Horn of Africa and the rugged coastline of Somalia and Kenya.
Zanzibar Archipelago
Stunning turquoise waters and coral reefs around Unguja island during the final descent.
Dar Es Salaam Port
Close-up views of the bustling harbor and Indian Ocean shoreline before touchdown.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is superior during the final 20 minutes of flight, as it typically offers a direct view of Zanzibar's white-sand beaches and the historic Stone Town.
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Get eSIMs for TanzaniaDistance: 3,819 km (2,373 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 30 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: DAR (-6.87811, 39.202599)
Route Type: International
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