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LUN → HRE
Which side of the plane to sit from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Lusaka (Lusaka) to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (Harare)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most spectacular views of the Zambezi River's natural curves and the dense wildlife floodplains of the UNESCO-listed Mana Pools and Lower Zambezi National Parks.
Zambezi River Meanders
Dramatic aerial views of the river snaking through the valley as it forms the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Lower Zambezi National Park
Pristine African wilderness and riverine forests stretching out from the Zambian side of the river.
Mana Pools National Park
The distinctive floodplains and sandbanks of this Zimbabwean UNESCO World Heritage site are clearly visible.
Zambezi Escarpment
The rugged geological drop-off that defines the edges of the Great Rift Valley system in this region.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to catch the sunrise reflecting off the Zambezi. During the dry season (August-October), the landscape is golden-brown, making the silver thread of the river and the green vegetation along its banks stand out significantly.
Lake Kariba
In the distance to the west, you can often see the vast expanse of the world's largest man-made reservoir.
Kariba Dam Wall
On clear days and specific flight paths, the massive concrete arch dam spanning the Kariba Gorge is visible.
Chirundu Border Post
The main transit bridge connecting the two countries, appearing as a tiny link over the wide river.
Mashonaland Farmlands
Orderly agricultural mosaics and dams that characterize the approach into Harare's highveld.
The right side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. While the highlights are slightly more distant than those on the left, it provides a better sense of the scale of the Kariba basin and the transition into Zimbabwe's agricultural heartland.
Distance: 403 km (250 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: LUN (-15.3308000565, 28.4526004791)
Arrival: HRE (-17.931801, 31.0928)
Route Type: International
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