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LVI → JNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Livingstone Airport (Livingstone) to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior as it offers a higher probability of viewing Victoria Falls shortly after takeoff, followed by the vast salt pans of Botswana and a scenic approach over the Waterberg region toward Johannesburg.
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Victoria Falls
Look for the 'Smoke that Thunders' mist rising from the world's largest falling sheet of water right after takeoff.
Chobe River Confluence
See where Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe nearly meet at the confluence of the Chobe and Zambezi.
Makgadikgadi Pans
Distant views of the shimmering white crusts of one of the world's largest salt pan complexes.
Waterberg Biosphere
Rugged sandstone bastions and ancient mountain plateaus as you enter South African airspace.
Hartbeespoort Dam
A prominent water landmark nestled in the Magaliesberg mountains just before landing.
The first 5 minutes are critical; have your camera ready immediately upon takeoff from LVI to capture the spray of Victoria Falls. For the best lighting on the landscape, afternoon flights are ideal as the sun moves west, illuminating the Waterberg mountains and the Magaliesberg range during the descent into OR Tambo.
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Zambezi River Gorge
Watch the dramatic zig-zagging Batoka Gorge carved by the river below the falls.
Hwange National Park
Aerial views of Zimbabwe's largest nature reserve, characterized by dense teak forests and savanna.
Limpopo River
The winding river marking the international border between Zimbabwe/Botswana and South Africa.
Pretoria Skyline
On the descent, see the administrative capital of South Africa, including the Union Buildings.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. While you might miss the direct view of the falls depending on the flight path, you get excellent views of the Zimbabwean bushveld and the urban expansion of Gauteng during the final approach.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 958 km (595 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: LVI (-17.821800231933594, 25.82270050048828)
Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Route Type: International
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