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EBB → BJM
Which side of the plane to sit from Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe) to Bujumbura International Airport (Bujumbura)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the vast Lake Victoria archipelago upon departure and a stunning panoramic approach into Bujumbura along the northern shores of Lake Tanganyika.
Ssese Islands
A beautiful cluster of lush green islands scattered across the blue expanse of Lake Victoria shortly after takeoff.
Lake Victoria Shoreline
Detailed views of the indented coastline where Uganda's wetlands meet the world's second-largest freshwater lake.
Lake Rweru & Cohoha
Twin lakes straddling the border of Rwanda and Burundi, surrounded by fertile agricultural patchwork fields.
Bujumbura Waterfront
A clear view of the Burundian capital as the plane descends over the northern tip of Lake Tanganyika.
For morning flights, sit on the left to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 10 minutes of flight as the aircraft banks towards the Bujumbura runway over the water.
Entebbe Peninsula
A great perspective of the historic Entebbe airport and the lush Botanical Gardens during the initial climb.
Kagera River
The winding, silty waters of the Kagera River, a major influent of Lake Victoria, visible near the border triangle.
Albertine Rift Escarpment
The dramatic rising ridges and deep valleys that define the western arm of the Great Rift Valley system.
Kibira National Park
High-altitude rainforest canopy covering the crest of the Congo-Nile Divide as you enter Burundian airspace.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm golden hour light on the Rift Valley mountains. Keep an eye out for the transition from the flat Ugandan basin to the rugged Burundian highlands.
Distance: 511 km (318 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: EBB (0.042386, 32.443501)
Arrival: BJM (-3.3240199089050293, 29.318500518798828)
Route Type: International
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