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FKI → GOM
Which side of the plane to sit from Bangoka International Airport (Kisangani) to Goma International Airport (Goma)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Virunga Mountains, specifically the active volcanic peaks of Nyiragongo and Nyamuragira during the descent into Goma.
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Congo Basin Canopy
An endless sea of deep green tropical rainforest extending to the horizon shortly after takeoff from Kisangani.
Maiko National Park
View of one of the world's most remote wilderness areas, home to endemic species like the Okapi.
Mount Nyamuragira
Africa's most active volcano, often visible with fresh dark lava flows and sulfurous steam vents.
Mount Nyiragongo
The iconic stratovolcano overlooking Goma, famous for its massive active lava lake within the crater.
Virunga Massif
The rugged, mist-covered volcanic chain that forms the border between DRC, Rwanda, and Uganda.
For the best experience, book an early morning flight to avoid the thick afternoon cloud cover common in the Congo Basin. The left side is essential for seeing the volcanic craters; keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight as the descent begins. Use a fast shutter speed to capture the crater detail through the haze.
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Lualaba Tributaries
Silver ribbons of water snaking through the dense jungle landscape as you head east.
Mitumba Mountains
The rising terrain of the Albertine Rift escarpment, marking the transition from basin to highlands.
Lake Kivu
One of the African Great Lakes, appearing as a vast turquoise expanse during the approach to Goma.
Idjwi Island
The second largest inland island in Africa, visible sitting in the center of Lake Kivu.
Goma Shoreline
A unique view of the city's sprawl squeezed between the volcanic rock and the lakefront.
The right side is superior for viewing the scale of Lake Kivu. If you are flying in the late afternoon, this side provides excellent lighting for the lake's topography and Idjwi Island. Watch for the sharp contrast between the urban density of Goma and the deep blue of the water as the plane turns for its final approach.
Book Hotels in GomaDistance: 495 km (308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: FKI (0.481638997793, 25.3379993439)
Arrival: GOM (-1.670809984207153, 29.23850059509277)
Route Type: Domestic
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