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MVP → VVC
Which side of the plane to sit from Fabio Alberto Leon Bentley Airport (Mitu) to Vanguardia Airport (Villavicencio)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner, offering the most diverse scenery ranging from the dense Amazon jungle to the towering foothills of the Andes Mountains near the flight's conclusion.
Vaupés River
Watch the coffee-colored water snake through the jungle immediately after takeoff from Mitú.
Amazon Rainforest
Witness the unbroken canopy of the Vaupés department, appearing like a vast mossy carpet from above.
Guaviare Border
Observe the transition zone where the deep jungle begins to thin into the savannah ecosystems.
Llanos Orientales
Spot the vast cattle ranches and geometric agricultural fields as you enter the Meta department.
Cordillera Oriental
Dramatic views of the rising Andes mountains flanking Villavicencio during the final descent.
Choose the left side for the best perspective of the Andes mountains during the descent into Villavicencio. Morning flights are highly recommended to avoid the convective cloud cover that typically develops over the Amazon by midday. Keep an eye out for the distinct line where the dark jungle floor shifts to the bright greens and browns of the Llanos.
Mitú Town
A brief view of the isolated jungle outpost nestled against the river during the initial climb.
Endless Horizon
Experience the sheer scale of the Amazon basin extending east toward the Brazilian border.
Meandering Streams
See hundreds of oxbow lakes and silver-threaded tributaries of the Unilla and Itilla rivers.
Estancias
Look for large-scale agricultural operations and 'hatos' typical of the Colombian plains.
VVC Approach
A clear view of the Llanos plains stretching infinitely toward the Orinoco basin during landing.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in the geometric patterns of river meanders and the immense scale of the Colombian plains. During the rainy season from April to November, the flooded savannas create stunning reflections. Late afternoon flights provide a beautiful golden glow over the Orinoco-bound waterways.
Distance: 496 km (308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: MVP (1.25366, -70.2339)
Arrival: VVC (4.16787, -73.6138)
Route Type: Domestic
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