GDX → YKS

Sea of Okhotsk

The cold, deep waters of the Okhotsk Sea visible during the initial climb out of Magadan.

Chersky Range

Jagged, snow-capped peaks that form the backbone of the Northeast Siberian highlands.

Oymyakon Plateau

A glimpse toward the coldest inhabited region on Earth, characterized by stark, frozen valleys.

Indigirka Basin

The winding path of the Indigirka River cutting through deep mountain valleys.

Verkhoyansk Mountains

Stunning folded mountain structures visible during the final hour of flight.

Magadan Port

Views of the Nagaev Bay and the port facilities immediately after departure from Sokol.

Kolyma Reservoir

The vast blue expanse of the hydroelectric dam surrounded by dense larch forests.

Kolyma Highlands

Rolling hills and taiga landscapes stretching toward the southern horizon.

Lena River

A breathtaking view of one of the world's longest rivers as the aircraft approaches Yakutsk.

Yakutsk Skyline

The unique layout of the world's largest city built on continuous permafrost.