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GPI β CLO
Which side of the plane to sit from Juan Casiano Airport (Guapi) to Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (Cali)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Farallones de Cali mountain peaks and the expansive transition from the Pacific rainforests into the fertile Cauca River Valley.
Gorgona Island Silhouette
On very clear days, look southwest to spot the silhouette of this former prison island turned natural paradise.
Naya River Meanders
Watch the silver ribbons of the Naya River snaking through the untouched tropical rainforest.
Pico de Loro
The iconic 'Parrot's Peak' of the Farallones de Cali, standing as a gateway to the Cauca Valley.
Cali City Skyline
A sweeping view of the 'Salsa Capital' as the aircraft lines up for its descent into Palmira.
Cauca Valley Sugarcane
The vast, geometric green patterns of sugarcane plantations that define the landscape around CLO airport.
The right side is best for the dramatic mountain crossing. As you approach the Farallones, the terrain rises sharply; this side provides the most intimate views of the rock faces. During the rainy season (April-May, October-November), try to book the earliest possible flight to see the mountain peaks before they are engulfed in mist.
Pacific Mangrove Forests
Dense, intricate mangrove systems bordering the Pacific Ocean immediately after takeoff from Guapi.
Sanquianga National Park
Aerial view of one of the largest protected mangrove areas on the South American Pacific coast.
Northern Farallones
The northern ridges of the Western Cordillera as the plane ascends over the Andean foothills.
Buenaventura Corridor
On clear days, glimpse the industrial and natural path leading toward the major port city to the north.
Sit on the left for better views of the coastline if the pilot executes a northern departure turn. Morning flights (07:00-10:00) are crucial to avoid the heavy cloud cover that typically develops over the ChocΓ³ jungle by midday. Keep your camera ready for the high-contrast transition between the deep green jungle and the blue Pacific.
Distance: 200 km (124 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: GPI (2.57013, -77.8986)
Arrival: CLO (3.54322, -76.3816)
Route Type: Domestic
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