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NBO → MWZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi) to Mwanza Airport (Mwanza)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic geological features of the Great Rift Valley, including the distinctively colored soda lakes and the unique conical silhouette of the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.
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Nairobi National Park
Immediate views of the wildlife sanctuary adjacent to the airport shortly after takeoff.
Lake Magadi
A stunning alkaline lake in Kenya known for its shimmering white and pink salt flats.
Lake Natron
A striking deep-red soda lake just across the Tanzanian border, often filled with flamingos.
Ol Doinyo Lengai
The 'Mountain of God,' a unique active volcano known for its rare natrocarbonatite lava.
Serengeti National Park
A bird's-eye view of the vast savanna plains where the Great Migration occurs.
Lake Victoria Shoreline
Dramatic views of the coastline and scattered islands as you descend into Mwanza.
The right side is the best for photography of unique geological formations. Watch for Lake Natron roughly 20-30 minutes into the flight; its bright red color is unmistakable. During the dry season (June to October), the atmosphere is clearer, providing better visibility of the Serengeti's terrain.
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Mount Kilimanjaro
Visible on the distant horizon to the south-east, the snow-capped Kibo peak is a majestic sight on clear days.
Mount Meru
Tanzania's second-highest peak near Arusha, featuring a distinct horseshoe-shaped crater.
Maasai Steppe
Expansive, rugged plains stretching toward the southern horizon as you cross the border.
Serengeti Edge
The southeastern reaches of the Serengeti ecosystem, characterized by short-grass plains.
Mwanza Cityscape
The urban sprawl and rocky outcrops of Mwanza as the plane aligns with the runway.
Book an early morning flight (before 09:00 AM) to maximize your chances of seeing Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru before cloud cover develops. Sit well ahead of or behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block your line of sight to the horizon.
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Get eSIMs for TanzaniaDistance: 461 km (286 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Arrival: MWZ (-2.4444899559021, 32.932701110839844)
Route Type: International
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