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MUB → WDH
Which side of the plane to sit from Maun Airport (Maun) to Hosea Kutako International Airport (Windhoek)?
Right Side of the Plane
Offers superior views of the Okavango Delta fringes upon departure and the rugged Auas Mountains during the descent into Windhoek.
Okavango Delta
The verdant fringes of the world-famous inland delta visible shortly after takeoff.
Lake Ngami
A seasonal lake that fluctuates in size, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding desert.
Central Kalahari
Untamed wilderness areas where desert-adapted wildlife can occasionally be spotted.
Auas Mountains
Dramatic mountain ranges and deep valleys that signal the arrival into Windhoek.
Morning flights are best on this side to avoid the harsh afternoon glare. The Okavango views are most vibrant between June and August when floodwaters are high. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes for the mountain terrain.
Thamalakane River
The winding waterway that feeds the delta, visible immediately after departure.
Ghanzi Ranches
Large-scale cattle farming operations appearing as vast geometric shapes in the desert.
Kalahari Dunes
Linear red sand dunes that define the southern portion of the Kalahari basin.
International Border
The prominent straight-line clearing in the bush that separates Botswana and Namibia.
Sit here for the best morning light as the sun rises behind the plane, illuminating the desert floor. Look for the distinct change in soil color as you cross into Namibia's rocky terrain.
Distance: 678 km (421 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min
Departure: MUB (-19.97260093688965, 23.43110084533691)
Arrival: WDH (-22.4799, 17.4709)
Route Type: International
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