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Arfak Mountains

Immediately after takeoff from Manokwari, view the jagged peaks of the Arfak range, home to unique bird-of-paradise species.

Mamberamo River

Look for the massive, winding 'Amazon of Papua' snaking through the dense lowland rainforest below.

Foja Mountains

Fly past the 'Lost World,' a remote mountain range with untouched biodiversity and misty cloud forests.

Cyclops Mountains

The final landmark before landing, these steep mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to the Jayapura region.

Lake Sentani

The highlight of the trip: a low-altitude view of the expansive lake, its many islands, and traditional houses on stilts.

Cenderawasih Bay

Expansive views of Indonesia's largest marine national park, known for its whale shark population and coral reefs.

Numfor and Biak Islands

Distant glimpses of these historic islands emerging from the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean.

Sarmi Coastline

Dramatic views of the northern coastline where the dense jungle meets the breaking waves of the Pacific.