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MAO → BEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Eduardo Gomes International Airport (Manaus) to Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport (Belem)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the winding Amazon River main stem and the spectacular 'Meeting of the Waters' phenomenon shortly after takeoff from Manaus.
Meeting of the Waters
The stark boundary where the dark Rio Negro and the sandy Solimões River flow side-by-side without mixing.
Amazon River Meanders
Constant views of the massive main channel and its complex network of oxbow lakes and tributaries.
Tapajós Confluence
The striking contrast of the clear, blue-tinted Tapajós River merging with the muddy Amazon near Santarém.
Belém Waterfront
A sweeping view of the Guajará Bay, the Ver-o-Peso market, and the colonial architecture during descent.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the 'Meeting of the Waters' within the first 10 minutes of flight. Morning flights will have direct sunlight on this side, so polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to cut the glare off the water.
Manaus Skyline
Aerial view of the industrial hub and the impressive Rio Negro Bridge during initial ascent.
Monte Alegre Highlands
A rare sight of elevated rocky terrain and hills rising above the flat Amazonian basin.
Marajó Island North
The northern coastline of the world's largest fluvial island as you approach the Atlantic coast.
Pristine Rainforest
Expansive views of the dense, untouched canopy stretching toward the northern horizon.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Keep an eye out for the distinct change in topography near Monte Alegre, which stands out against the surrounding lowlands.
Distance: 1,299 km (807 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: MAO (-3.038609981536865, -60.04970169067383)
Arrival: BEL (-1.3792500495900002, -48.476299285900005)
Route Type: Domestic
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