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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning coastal journey, tracking the rugged shoreline of the Western Cape and providing the most iconic views of False Bay and the Cape Peninsula upon arrival.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Mossel Bay Coastline

Shortly after takeoff, view the dramatic St. Blaize Lighthouse and the rocky cliffs of the Mossel Bay peninsula.

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Walker Bay and Hermanus

Fly over the world-renowned whale-watching hub of Hermanus; look for white spray in the blue water during season.

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False Bay

A vast panoramic view of the bay as the aircraft begins its descent, including the white sands of Muizenberg.

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Table Mountain & Peninsula

As the plane turns for its final approach, the back of Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles are clearly visible.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. From July to November, look closely at the ocean near Hermanus for Southern Right Whales. This side is essential for seeing the dramatic meeting of the mountains and the sea at Cape Hangklip.

Right Side Highlights
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Outeniqua Mountains

Dramatic views of the peaks separating the lush Garden Route from the arid Little Karoo immediately after departure.

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Overberg Farmlands

A patchwork of wheat and canola fields that change color with the seasons, from vibrant green to bright yellow.

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Hottentots-Holland Mountains

The massive granite walls that guard the entrance to the Cape Winelands and the Somerset West basin.

The right side is spectacular in late winter (August/September) when the canola fields in the Overberg turn a brilliant yellow. For afternoon flights, this side offers beautiful golden hour lighting on the mountain ranges. It is the better side for seeing the inland valleys and the high peaks of the Langeberg.

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Route Information

Distance: 348 km (216 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 35 min

Departure: GRJ (-34.0056, 22.378902)

Arrival: CPT (-33.9648017883, 18.6016998291)

Route Type: Domestic

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