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Which side of the plane to sit from Long Lellang Airport (Long Datih) to Marudi Airport (Marudi)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic limestone silhouettes of Mulu and the intricate oxbow loops of the Baram River.

Right Side Highlights
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Baram River Meanders

The Baram River performs incredible serpentine turns that are best viewed from this side of the aircraft.

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Mulu National Park

On a clear day, look north to see the jagged limestone peaks of the famous Gunung Mulu massif.

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Marudi Approach

Enjoy a panoramic view of the historic riverside town of Marudi and its colonial-era fort upon landing.

Sit on the right for the best perspective of the Baram River's scale. Use a fast shutter speed on your camera to capture the river details through the Twin Otter's windows. Polarized lenses are excellent for reducing water reflection.

Left Side Highlights
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Pristine Canopy

Witness the vast, unbroken rainforest of the Sarawak interior immediately after departing Long Lellang.

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Kelabit Highlands

Views of the rugged southern ridges that define the border between Malaysia and Indonesia.

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Remote Longhouses

Spot small, isolated communal settlements that are only accessible by river or small aircraft.

Morning flights are highly recommended to avoid the heavy cumulonimbus clouds that typically develop by mid-afternoon, obstructing the jungle views. Keep an eye out for the Akah River's smaller tributaries early in the flight.

Top Activities in Marudi
Route Information

Distance: 124 km (77 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 12 min

Departure: LGL (3.42100000381, 115.153999329)

Arrival: MUR (4.1789798736572275, 114.3290023803711)

Route Type: Domestic

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