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KGL → DAR
Which side of the plane to sit from Kigali International Airport (Kigali) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar Es Salaam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, offering a high-altitude view of the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, which stand majestically above the cloud line north of the flight path.
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Lake Victoria Shoreline
Aerial views of the southern tip of the world's largest tropical lake as the flight crosses from Rwanda into Tanzania.
Mount Meru
The dramatic silhouette of Tanzania's second-highest peak, often surrounded by lush montane forests.
Mount Kilimanjaro
The ultimate highlight; on clear days, you can see the snow-capped Kibo peak rising above the clouds.
Maasai Steppe
Vast, golden savannah plains dotted with acacia trees and seasonal watering holes.
Arusha & Moshi
The urban clusters at the base of the Great Rift Valley's eastern wall.
Book an early morning flight (06:00 - 09:00) for the highest chance of seeing Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds gather around the peak. Sit several rows away from the wing for an unobstructed view of the horizon. Have your camera ready about 40-50 minutes after take-off from Kigali.
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Central Tanzanian Plateau
A patchwork of traditional farming plots and rugged bushland characterising the Tanzanian interior.
Uluguru Mountains
The stunning, steep green ridges near Morogoro that signal the start of the descent toward the coast.
Nyerere National Park
Distant views of the vast wilderness areas to the south, home to some of Africa's largest elephant populations.
Indian Ocean Coastline
The azure waters of the Indian Ocean and the bustling port of Dar Es Salaam during the final approach.
The right side is best during late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides a better perspective of the Uluguru Mountains during the descent. During the final approach into DAR, look for the turquoise reef lines along the coast.
Book Hotels in Dar Es SalaamDistance: 1,143 km (710 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: KGL (-1.96863, 30.1395)
Arrival: DAR (-6.87811, 39.202599)
Route Type: International
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