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MAO → STM
Which side of the plane to sit from Eduardo Gomes International Airport (Manaus) to Maestro Wilson Fonseca Airport (Santarem)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the famous Meeting of the Waters shortly after takeoff and the dramatic arrival over the turquoise Tapajós River.
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Meeting of the Waters
The stark boundary where the black Rio Negro and the muddy Solimões River flow side-by-side.
Amazon River Mainstem
The colossal scale of the world's largest river, dotted with cargo ships and 'Gaiola' boats.
Parintins Island
The home of the Bumbódromo, visible as a distinct urban hub in the middle of the river.
Tapajós Confluence
The stunning transition from the sediment-rich Amazon to the clear blue waters of the Tapajós near Santarém.
Amazonian Beaches
Seasonal white sandbars that appear along the river edges during the dry season (August-December).
Request a seat on the right (usually 'F') and stay alert for the first 10 minutes after takeoff from Manaus to see the Meeting of the Waters. During the descent into Santarém, this side offers the best views of the 'Blue Amazon' (Tapajós). Use a high shutter speed for photos to capture the water textures from 30,000 feet.
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Pristine Rainforest Canopy
Infinite views of deep green primary forest stretching to the northern horizon.
Winding Tributaries
The intricate, snake-like paths of the Uatumã and Nhamundá rivers cutting through the jungle.
Remote Riverside Settlements
Small, isolated communities and docks visible along the northern riverbanks.
Cloud Formations
Massive tropical cumulus clouds creating dramatic shadows over the forest floor.
Choose a window seat on the left (usually 'A') for a quieter, more meditative view of the forest. This side is particularly beautiful during the morning hours when the mist rises from the trees, creating a 'smoking' forest effect.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 589 km (366 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: MAO (-3.038609981536865, -60.04970169067383)
Arrival: STM (-2.424721956253052, -54.78583145141602)
Route Type: Domestic
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