EYK → OVS

Kazym River Meanders

Spectacular views of the winding Kazym River immediately after takeoff, showcasing complex oxbow lakes and sediment patterns.

Numto Lake District

A high density of small, circular thermokarst lakes that characterize the permafrost landscape of the Khanty-Mansi region.

Siberian Oil Infrastructure

Occasional sightings of remote oil extraction sites, pipelines, and access roads cutting through the dense wilderness.

Vast Peat Bogs

Large expanses of colorful marshlands that transition from deep greens to rusty oranges depending on the season.

Pristine Taiga Forest

An endless carpet of dark coniferous trees, offering a sense of the immense scale of the Russian wilderness.

Sosva River Basin

Views toward the west where the Northern Sosva river basin begins, featuring rugged and less explored terrain.

Industrial Corridors

Linear clearings in the forest used for regional utilities and transport, highlighting the human footprint in the North.

Snow-Dusted Plains

In winter, the landscape transforms into a high-contrast monochrome masterpiece of frost and frozen rivers.