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MEU → STM
Which side of the plane to sit from Monte Dourado Airport (Almeirim) to Maestro Wilson Fonseca Airport (Santarem)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Amazon River main channel and the iconic 'Meeting of the Waters' where the blue Tapajós meets the muddy Amazon near Santarém.
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Amazon Main Channel
The colossal brown artery of the Amazon River, showing its immense width and power.
Várzea Floodplains
A complex mosaic of seasonal islands and flooded forests known as 'Várzea' along the river.
Meeting of the Waters
The spectacular visual phenomenon where the Tapajós and Amazon rivers flow side-by-side without mixing.
Alenquer Highlands
Distant views of the higher plateau terrain located to the north of the river basin.
The right side is essential for the approach into Santarém. The 'Encontro das Águas' (Meeting of the Waters) is the geographic highlight; it is best seen during the descent. Midday flights provide the best lighting to distinguish the sharp color contrast between the blue and muddy waters. Keep your camera ready as the plane turns for its final approach over the river.
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Jari River Curves
Intricate meanders of the Jari River visible immediately after takeoff from Monte Dourado.
Deep Amazon Canopy
Uninterrupted views of the dense, primary rainforest stretching toward the southern horizon.
Santarém Outskirts
A view of the growing urban landscape and residential areas as the plane aligns for landing.
Tapajós Riverbanks
The clear, emerald-tinted waters along the southern banks of the Tapajós river system.
Select the left side if flying in the early morning to avoid direct sun glare. This side provides a better perspective of the vastness of the forest interior and the smaller tributary systems that feed the main basin. Look for the distinct texture of the canopy which reveals the height of the tropical giants.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 297 km (185 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: MEU (-0.8898389999999999, -52.6022)
Arrival: STM (-2.424721956253052, -54.78583145141602)
Route Type: Domestic
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