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GYE → LOH
Which side of the plane to sit from José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (Guayaquil) to Camilo Ponce Enriquez Airport (La Toma (Catamayo))?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Andean ascent, showcasing the transition from the lush coastal plains to the rugged peaks of the Saraguro range and the distant high-altitude paramos.
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Guayas River Delta
View the massive Guayas River and its intricate network of tributaries as you depart Guayaquil.
Coastal Plantations
Extensive banana and cocoa plantations of the Guayas and El Oro provinces create a green grid below.
Western Cordillera
The rapid rise of the Andes mountains as the plane climbs toward the southern highlands.
Saraguro Territory
The unique, patterned agricultural landscape of the indigenous Saraguro communities in the mountains.
Villonaco Wind Farm
The white wind turbines spinning on the ridges near Loja as you begin the final descent.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights, as the sun will be behind you or overhead, illuminating the mountain faces. Watch for the sharp transition from tropical lowlands to temperate highlands within just 20 minutes of flight. This side provides a better perspective of the high-altitude moorlands (paramo) before the descent into the Catamayo valley.
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Churute Mangroves
The protected ecological reserve of Manglares Churute visible shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Guayaquil
Expansive views of the Pacific horizon and the distant Isla Puna on clear days.
Catamayo Dry Forest
The stark, arid landscape of the Catamayo valley which contrasts sharply with the green mountains.
Steep Valley Approach
The dramatic low-altitude maneuvering required to land in the narrow valley of La Toma.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific. During the final approach into Catamayo (LOH), this side offers a thrilling view of how close the aircraft flies to the valley walls. Be prepared for occasional turbulence as the plane enters the mountain pass, and keep your camera ready for the sudden change to desert-like terrain near the airport.
Book Hotels in La Toma (Catamayo)Distance: 212 km (132 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: GYE (-2.15741991997, -79.88359832760001)
Arrival: LOH (-3.99589, -79.371902)
Route Type: Domestic
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