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NBO → WJR
Which side of the plane to sit from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi) to Wajir Airport (Wajir)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, offering a spectacular close-up view of the jagged peaks of Mount Kenya and the lush Aberdare range before the landscape transitions into the striking arid beauty of northern Kenya.
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Nairobi Skyline
A sweeping view of the Upper Hill and CBD skyscrapers shortly after takeoff from Jomo Kenyatta International.
Mount Kenya
The crown jewel of the flight; look for the snow-capped Batian and Nelion peaks rising above the clouds.
Aberdare Forest
Dense, high-altitude canopy and rolling ridges that form part of Kenya's primary water towers.
Meru National Park
The transition into the savannah where the landscape flattens out into iconic acacia-dotted plains.
Arid Panoramas
The striking shift from deep green highlands to the iron-red soils and scrubland of the North Eastern Province.
Book a window seat on the left for the best chance to see Mount Kenya. Morning flights (departing before 9:00 AM) are highly recommended, as clouds typically congregate around the mountain peaks by mid-morning, obscuring the view. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes after takeoff.
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Ol Donyo Sabuk
A lone, forested mountain rising sharply from the surrounding plains near Thika.
Seven Forks Dams
Spot the massive Masinga and Kiambere reservoirs, which are critical for Kenya's hydroelectric power.
Mwea Rice Fields
A vast patchwork of bright green irrigated paddies contrasting against the dryer surroundings.
Tana River Bend
The winding brown ribbon of Kenya's longest river as it snakes toward the coast.
Somali Acacia Scrub
Unique geometric patterns formed by vegetation in the semi-desert regions approaching Wajir.
While less dramatic than the left, the right side offers better lighting for photography on morning flights as the sun is behind the aircraft. It's the better choice for observing the engineering of the Tana River dams and the unique grid patterns of the Mwea irrigation schemes.
Book Hotels in WajirDistance: 489 km (304 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Arrival: WJR (1.73324, 40.091599)
Route Type: Domestic
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