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MPM → APL
Which side of the plane to sit from Maputo Airport (Maputo) to Nampula Airport (Nampula)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular vistas of the Indian Ocean coastline, including the turquoise Bazaruto Archipelago and the massive Zambezi River delta emptying into the sea.
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Bazaruto Archipelago
Stunning turquoise waters, white sandbars, and coral reefs near Vilankulos, easily visible on clear days.
Zambezi Delta
The massive and complex network of river channels and mangroves where Africa's fourth-largest river meets the ocean.
Port of Beira
A clear view of the Pungwe River estuary and the bustling shipping lanes of Mozambique's second-largest port.
Primeiras and Segundas
A chain of remote coral islands and turquoise lagoons stretching along the northern coast of the country.
The right side is the definitive choice for coastal scenery. Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the vibrant colors of the Indian Ocean and the Bazaruto reefs without glare. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Zambezi Delta's intricate patterns.
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Maputo Skyline
Aerial view of the capital city, featuring the Maputo-Katembe Bridge and the urban sprawl during takeoff.
Limpopo River
The winding, serpentine path of the Limpopo River as it cuts through the southern Mozambican floodplains.
Nampula Inselbergs
Dramatic granite mountain outcrops, or inselbergs, that dominate the landscape surrounding Nampula during descent.
Zambezia Interior
Vast stretches of savannah and agricultural landscapes that define the rural interior of central Mozambique.
Sit on the left if you prefer inland geography and river systems. This side is particularly scenic during the golden hour before sunset when the light catches the winding rivers and the shadows define the Nampula inselbergs.
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Get eSIMs for MozambiqueDistance: 1,390 km (864 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: MPM (-25.920799, 32.572601)
Arrival: APL (-15.105600357055664, 39.28179931640625)
Route Type: Domestic
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