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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

While both sides offer views of the Southern African landscape, the right side provides a spectacular finale with the turquoise waters and sandbars of the Bazaruto Archipelago visible during the descent into Vilankulo.

Right Side Highlights
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Mpumalanga Highveld

Geometric patterns of South Africa's intensive agricultural heartland and coal mines.

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Lebombo Mountains

The distinct, narrow ridge that forms the international border between South Africa and Mozambique.

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Massingir Dam

The massive reservoir on the Olifants River, often appearing as a bright blue oasis in the dry landscape.

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Indian Ocean Horizon

The first glimpse of the deep blue ocean as the plane approaches the Mozambican coastline.

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Bazaruto Archipelago

Stunning views of the islands, turquoise lagoons, and shifting white sandbars during the final approach.

The right side is essential for the approach into Vilankulo. For the best photography of the Bazaruto Archipelago, an afternoon flight is ideal as the sun will be behind you. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing to fully appreciate the coral reef patterns below.

Left Side Highlights
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Johannesburg Skyline

A sprawling view of the City of Gold and its historical mine dumps shortly after takeoff.

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Drakensberg Escarpment

Distant views of the northern Drakensberg mountains as the flight moves toward the Lowveld.

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Northern Kruger Park

Aerial perspective of the vast savanna and river systems of the world-famous wildlife reserve.

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Limpopo River

The winding path of the Great Limpopo River as it carves through the landscape toward the sea.

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Inland Mozambique

Traditional rural settlements and the vast, flat coastal plains of the Inhambane Province.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It offers better views of the inland river systems and the northern reaches of Kruger National Park. Look out for the changing vegetation as the plane moves from the Highveld to the coastal tropical plains.

Top Activities in Vilankulu
Route Information

Distance: 851 km (529 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min

Departure: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)

Arrival: VNX (-22.018400192260746, 35.31330108642578)

Route Type: International

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