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MPA → ERS
Which side of the plane to sit from Katima Mulilo Airport (Mpacha) to Eros Airport (Windhoek)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic landmarks of Namibia's interior, specifically the massive Waterberg Plateau and a clearer view of the Auas Mountains upon descent into Windhoek.
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Zambezi River
Immediate views of the winding river and lush green floodplains of the Zambezi Region upon takeoff.
Bwabwata National Park
Aerial perspective of the migratory corridors and dense riverine forests where elephants are often spotted near water holes.
Waterberg Plateau
The striking red sandstone tabletop mountain rising 200 meters above the surrounding Kalahari plains.
Windhoek Suburbs
A close-up view of the sprawling residential areas nestled in the valley during the final approach into Eros.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. The highlight is the Waterberg Plateau about two-thirds into the flight; look for the distinct flat top and red cliffs. In the rainy season (January to March), this side provides spectacular views of localized thunderstorms forming over the central plateau.
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Okavango River Crossing
A glimpse of the river that feeds the famous delta, visible as you transition from the Zambezi strip into central Namibia.
Otavi Mountains
Rugged dolomite mountain ranges near Grootfontein that contrast sharply with the surrounding flat bushveld.
Khomas Hochland
The rolling, high-altitude hills and deep valleys that characterize the landscape west of Windhoek.
Eros Valley Descent
A dramatic descent through the narrow mountain gaps that surround the Eros Airport basin.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to capture the golden hour light hitting the Khomas Hochland hills. Keep your camera ready as you pass near Rundu to see the Okavango River. During the final descent, the right side often gets a better view of the rugged mountain terrain surrounding the airport basin.
Book Hotels in WindhoekDistance: 925 km (575 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: MPA (-17.634399, 24.176701)
Arrival: ERS (-22.612199783325195, 17.080400466918945)
Route Type: Domestic
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