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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the arid beauty of the Paraguana Peninsula and a dramatic perspective of Aruba's rugged eastern coastline and Arikok National Park during the approach.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Medanos de Coro

Distant views of the massive shifting sand dunes that define the gateway to the Paraguana Peninsula.

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Adicora Coastline

View of the kite-surfing capital of Venezuela with its distinct shallow reefs and wind-swept beaches.

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Arikok National Park

The dramatic, rocky eastern shore of Aruba featuring desert landscapes and limestone caves.

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Baby Beach

The perfectly circular, bright turquoise lagoon at the southern tip of Aruba near San Nicolas.

The right side is the 'scenic side' for this short hop. You will see the transition from the Venezuelan desert to the Aruban rocky coast. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes after takeoff for the best coastline contrasts. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the orange hues of the Aruban desert.

Left Side Highlights
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Amuay Refinery

Aerial view of one of the world's largest refinery complexes shortly after takeoff from LSP.

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Gulf of Venezuela

Expansive turquoise waters where the Caribbean Sea meets the mouth of Lake Maracaibo.

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Oranjestad Port

Visuals of cruise ships and the colorful Dutch-Caribbean architecture of Aruba's capital on descent.

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Eagle Beach

A sweeping view of the world-famous white sands and low-rise hotel zone just before touchdown.

Sit on the left if you want to see the urban layout of Oranjestad and the famous Divi-Divi trees along the western beaches. Mid-morning flights are best to avoid the intense tropical sun reflecting off the water.

Top Activities in Oranjestad
Route Information

Distance: 81 km (50 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 min

Departure: LSP (11.78077507019043, -70.15149688720703)

Arrival: AUA (12.5014, -70.015198)

Route Type: International

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