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NKC → OUZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (Nouakschott) to Tazadit Airport (Zouerat)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Sahara's shifting dunes and the massive, dark iron-rich massifs of Kediet ej Jill as you descend into the mining hub of Zouerat.
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Atlantic Coastline
Aerial view of where the deep blue Atlantic Ocean meets the stark white sands of the Mauritanian coast upon takeoff.
Dune Seas
Endless patterns of transverse and longitudinal dunes showing the raw power of the Saharan winds.
Sebkha de Ndrhamcha
Vast, shimmering white salt flats that create a surreal, mirror-like effect against the desert horizon.
Kediet ej Jill
The highest peak in Mauritania, appearing as a dark, magnetite-rich mountain range contrasting with the surrounding sands.
Zouerat Iron Mines
Deep open-pit excavations and massive industrial infrastructure visible as the plane approaches Tazadit Airport.
Book a window seat on the left (Port) side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing optimal lighting for photography of the desert textures. As you approach Zouerat, keep a sharp eye out for the massive open-pit mines; they are one of the few man-made structures clearly visible from high altitude in this region.
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Nouakchott Cityscape
A comprehensive view of the sprawling capital city and its unique grid-less architecture emerging from the desert.
Adrar Plateau Edge
Distal views of the dramatic cliffs and rocky escarpments that define the Adrar region's geology.
SNIM Iron Ore Train
If you are lucky, you can spot the world's longest train snaking through the desert carrying iron ore to the coast.
Nomadic Settlements
Small clusters of tents and livestock enclosures belonging to Saharan nomads, visible in the more arid zones.
F'derick Settlement
The historic mining town situated at the base of the mountains just before reaching the final destination.
On the right side, the sun will be more direct during mid-day flights, which can cause glare on the window. However, this side is superior for spotting the SNIM railway tracks which parallel the flight path in several sections. Look for the long, thin line of the tracks and the dust plumes of the 2.5-kilometer-long ore train.
Book Hotels in ZoueratDistance: 613 km (381 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: NKC (18.31, -15.969722199999998)
Arrival: OUZ (22.75639915466309, -12.483599662780762)
Route Type: Domestic
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