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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most scenic route, featuring panoramic views over Kruger National Park and the intricate river deltas of the Mozambique coast.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Kruger National Park

Fly directly over or alongside the world-renowned wildlife reserve, spotting firebreaks and dry riverbeds.

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Lebombo Mountains

A long, narrow range forming the natural border between South Africa and Mozambique.

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Rio Save Crossing

Watch the massive, sandy Save River wind its way through the Mozambican interior toward the coast.

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Pungwe River Delta

As the plane descends, view the complex, shimmering network of the Pungwe River meeting the Indian Ocean.

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Mozambique Channel

Crystal blue waters and coastal sandbanks become visible as the aircraft banks for approach into Beira.

This is the premier side for river photography. During the dry season (May to September), the river braided patterns are most distinct. Be ready for the descent, as the transition from the brown bushveld to the turquoise coast is rapid and visually stunning.

Left Side Highlights
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Johannesburg Highveld

View the sprawling urban landscape and gold mine tailings of Gauteng shortly after takeoff.

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Drakensberg Escarpment

Catch glimpses of the northern reaches of the rugged Drakensberg mountains in the distance.

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Limpopo Bushveld

Vast stretches of indigenous savanna and agricultural mosaics of the Limpopo province.

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Sunset Horizon

On late afternoon flights, this side provides a perfect view of the African sun dipping below the plateau.

For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to see the land transition from the high-altitude plateau to the tropical coastal plains. Morning flights on this side avoid the harsh direct sun glare found on the right.

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Route Information

Distance: 981 km (610 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)

Arrival: BEW (-19.79640007019043, 34.90760040283203)

Route Type: International

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