FKI → FIH

Boyoma Falls

Immediately after takeoff from FKI, you can catch a glimpse of the final set of cataracts formerly known as Stanley Falls.

Congo River Main Channel

The massive, kilometers-wide main channel of the Congo River stays largely visible, shimmering like a silver ribbon under the sun.

Archipelago of Islands

A stunning view of thousands of sediment-rich islands, many inhabited by fishing communities only accessible by boat.

Mbandaka Region

The river makes its famous 'Great Bend' near Mbandaka, showing the strategic junction where major trade routes meet.

Malebo Pool

On final approach, the river widens into a massive lake-like expanse with the skyline of Brazzaville visible across the water.

Congo Basin Canopy

An uninterrupted view of the world's second-largest tropical rainforest, appearing as a dense, dark green carpet stretching to the horizon.

Lomami River

Look for the winding, dark tea-colored waters of the Lomami River as it snakes through the dense primary forest south of the main channel.

Salonga National Park Margins

The flight path skims the northern reaches of Africa's largest tropical rainforest reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Tshuapa Tributaries

Intricate patterns created by smaller tributaries and seasonal wetlands that feed the main Congo drainage system.

Kinshasa Hinterlands

As you descend into FIH, the transition from pristine forest to the sprawling, high-density residential areas of the Kinshasa plateau.