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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the northern shores of Lake Victoria, potential distant views of the Virunga Volcanoes, and the iconic approach into Kinshasa overlooking the Congo River and Brazzaville.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Mount Kenya

Magnificent views of Africa's second-highest peak to the north shortly after departing Nairobi.

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Lake Victoria Shoreline

The northern coastline including the lush greenery and small fishing villages along the edge of the lake.

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Virunga Mountains

Distant views of the volcanic peaks on the horizon while crossing the border region between Rwanda and the DRC.

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Congo River Bend

Stunning aerial perspectives of the world's deepest river as it snakes through the rainforest toward the Atlantic.

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Brazzaville Skyline

On final approach, view the capital of the Republic of the Congo across the wide Malebo Pool.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft, providing better lighting for photography. Keep your eyes peeled as you approach Kinshasa to see the 'Two Capitals' phenomenon, where Kinshasa and Brazzaville face each other across the river.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Mount Kilimanjaro

On clear mornings, look south shortly after takeoff to see the snow-capped peak of Africa's tallest mountain in the distance.

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Lake Magadi

Views of the pink-hued alkaline waters in the Great Rift Valley south of Nairobi.

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Southern Lake Victoria

The vast southern expanse of the lake and its scattered islands during the first third of the flight.

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Congo Basin Forest

An endless carpet of deep green rainforest stretching to the horizon as you cross the heart of Africa.

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Kinshasa Urban Sprawl

The dense residential areas of the DRC capital as the plane descends into Ndjili.

For the best chance to see Kilimanjaro, choose a morning flight and sit well behind the wing. During the mid-flight portion over the Congo Basin, cloud cover is frequent, so watch for gaps in the clouds to spot hidden river tributaries.

Top Activities in Kinshasa
Route Information

Distance: 2,410 km (1,498 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 13 min

Departure: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)

Arrival: FIH (-4.38575, 15.4446)

Route Type: International

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