JIB → SAH

Musha and Maskali Islands

Small, bright coral islands visible shortly after departing from Djibouti-Ambouli Airport.

Perim Island (Mayyun)

The strategic volcanic island sitting in the center of the Bab-el-Mandeb strait, dividing the waterway.

Sarawat Mountains

Incredible views of the jagged peaks and deep wadis of the Western Highlands as the plane climbs toward the plateau.

Haraz Mountain Villages

Look for ancient stone villages perched precariously on the ridges of the high mountains during the descent.

Sana'a Basin

The high-altitude valley surrounded by mountains where the historic capital city is located.

Gulf of Tadjoura

Aerial views of the deep blue waters and coral reefs surrounding the Djibouti coast immediately after takeoff.

Obock Coastline

The arid and starkly beautiful shoreline of northern Djibouti as the aircraft heads toward the Red Sea.

Red Sea Shipping Lanes

Observe the high density of tankers and cargo ships navigating the narrow maritime corridor between Africa and Asia.

Hanish Islands

Distant views of the volcanic archipelago located in the southern Red Sea.

Tihama Plain

The flat, sandy coastal strip of Yemen that precedes the dramatic rise of the interior mountains.