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MAO → PVH
Which side of the plane to sit from Eduardo Gomes International Airport (Manaus) to Governador Jorge Teixeira de Oliveira Airport (Porto Velho)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, offering the iconic view of the 'Meeting of the Waters' near Manaus and a superior perspective of the winding Madeira River during the descent into Porto Velho.
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Meeting of the Waters
Witness the dark Rio Negro and the sandy Solimões River flowing side by side without mixing for miles.
Manaus Industrial Hub
Aerial views of the massive industrial district and the Amazon Arena stadium shortly after takeoff.
Madeira River Meanders
Spectacular views of the massive, winding brown river that serves as the main artery for the region.
Santo Antônio Dam
As you approach Porto Velho, look for the massive hydroelectric infrastructure on the Madeira River.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the 'Encontro das Águas' immediately after takeoff if the plane departs towards the east. Book a morning flight to avoid the heavy convective turbulence and afternoon thunderstorms common in the Amazon. The morning light also highlights the color contrast between the different river systems.
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Deep Amazon Canopy
An endless green carpet of pristine rainforest stretching to the horizon, showcasing the scale of the Amazon.
BR-319 Highway
Spot sections of the legendary and controversial road that connects Manaus to the rest of Brazil.
Jungle Evapotranspiration
Watch the 'flying rivers' as mist and clouds rise directly from the dense forest canopy.
Remote Tributaries
Hidden, narrow river veins that feed into the larger basin, often looking like silver threads from altitude.
The right side is excellent for photography during late afternoon flights, as the sun sets over the jungle, creating dramatic shadows and highlighting the texture of the canopy. Keep an eye out for the 'fishbone' deforestation patterns that become more visible as you get closer to Rondônia state.
Book Hotels in Porto VelhoDistance: 761 km (473 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: MAO (-3.038609981536865, -60.04970169067383)
Arrival: PVH (-8.70928955078125, -63.90230178833008)
Route Type: Domestic
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