KHV → SVO

Lake Baikal

The world's deepest and oldest freshwater lake, offering breathtaking views of its southern basin and the surrounding mountains.

Sayan Mountains

Rugged, snow-capped peaks that dominate the southern horizon during the early-to-mid phase of the flight.

Novosibirsk and Ob River

The sprawling capital of Siberia and the massive Ob River are often visible as the flight traverses Central Siberia.

Central Ural Mountains

The geographic border between Asia and Europe, featuring rolling peaks and industrial mining landscapes.

Volga River Bend

Russia's most famous river winding through the heartland during the final descent into the Moscow region.

Zeya Reservoir

A massive, intricate body of water surrounded by dense Amur taiga shortly after takeoff.

Central Siberian Plateau

An endless expanse of untouched wild taiga forest and deep river canyons stretching toward the Arctic.

Yenisey River

A powerful northward-flowing river that marks the transition from the West Siberian Plain to the plateau.

Vasyugan Swamp

One of the largest wetlands in the world, creating surreal, fractal-like patterns on the earth below.

Northern Urals

More remote and rugged than the central range, often featuring snow even in late spring.