MAD → SSG

Sierra Nevada

Glance down shortly after takeoff to see mainland Spain's highest peaks, often snow-capped even in spring.

Atlas Mountains

Cross over the dramatic ridges and deep valleys of the Moroccan Atlas range shortly after entering African airspace.

Ahaggar Mountains

Deep in the Algerian Sahara, witness the surreal volcanic spires and vast plateaus of this ancient mountain range.

Niger River Delta

The landscape transforms from arid desert to lush green wetlands as you cross into Nigerian airspace.

Mount Cameroon

The absolute highlight; a massive active volcano that dominates the horizon just before landing in Malabo.

Strait of Gibraltar

A perfect view of the narrow passage where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea.

Moroccan Coastline

Watch the white-washed cities of Casablanca and Rabat pass by as you track south along the Atlantic.

Grand Erg Occidental

Endless waves of giant sand dunes stretching toward the horizon in the western reaches of the Sahara.

Lagos Skyline

From a distance, you can often see the sprawling urban density of Africa's largest city near the coast.

Gulf of Guinea

As you descend into Malabo, look for cargo ships and oil platforms dotting the Atlantic waters.