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GOU → NSI
Which side of the plane to sit from Garoua International Airport (Garoua) to Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (Yaounde)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the majestic Benue River upon departure, the expansive Adamawa Plateau, and the dramatic transition from savanna to dense tropical rainforest as you approach the Sanaga River basin.
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Benue River Basin
Excellent views of the winding Benue River and the agricultural fields surrounding Garoua immediately after takeoff.
Adamawa Plateau
Observe the vast high-altitude savanna and unique volcanic plugs that dot the landscape of central Cameroon.
Mbam and Djerem National Park
Aerial perspective of the diverse ecosystem where the northern savanna meets the southern rainforest belt.
Sanaga River Crossing
A view of Cameroon's longest river as it carves through the dense greenery before the approach into Yaoundé.
Choose a window seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the forest canopy. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography without the glare of the afternoon sun over the plateau. Be aware that during the Harmattan season (December-February), visibility may be reduced by dust haze.
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Faro National Park
To the west, catch glimpses of the rugged terrain and wildlife corridors bordering the Nigerian frontier.
Western Escarpment
Watch the dramatic drop-off from the Adamawa highlands towards the lowland plains of the Mbam valley.
Yaoundé Skyline
On the final approach, see the 'City of Seven Hills' and the sprawling urban landscape of the political capital.
Equatorial Forest
Deep, unbroken green canopies of the Center Region, showcasing the richness of the Congo Basin's northern edge.
Sit on the right for better views of the sunset if taking an evening flight. During the rainy season, the right side often offers spectacular views of towering cumulonimbus clouds common in the late afternoon over the western highlands.
Book Hotels in YaoundeDistance: 656 km (408 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: GOU (9.33588981628418, 13.370100021362305)
Arrival: NSI (3.722559928894043, 11.553299903869627)
Route Type: Domestic
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