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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including expansive views of Lake Victoria, the dramatic Great Rift Valley floor, and the iconic Nairobi National Park during the final descent, often accompanied by a distant view of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Right Side Highlights
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Lake Victoria

Spectacular views of the world's largest tropical lake, including its scattered islands and fishing fleets.

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Great Rift Valley

The dramatic escarpment and volcanic craters like Mount Suswa visible during the transition from the highlands to the valley floor.

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Mount Kilimanjaro

On clear days, Africa's highest peak is visible on the southern horizon as the aircraft approaches Nairobi.

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Nairobi National Park

Unrivaled views of the park's plains and potential wildlife sightings just moments before touching down at Jomo Kenyatta.

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Upper Hill Skyline

The modern skyscrapers of Nairobi's financial district provide a striking backdrop against the savanna during the final turn.

The right side is unbeatable for the final 15 minutes of the flight. For the best chance to see Kilimanjaro, look south (right) about 40 miles out from Nairobi. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photography of the Rift Valley escarpment and the wildlife in Nairobi National Park.

Left Side Highlights
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Yaoundé Skyline

Panoramic views of the 'City of Seven Hills' and the lush Sanaga region immediately after takeoff from NSI.

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Congo Basin Canopy

A vast, unbroken carpet of deep green tropical rainforest spanning across southern CAR and northern DRC.

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Ubangi River

The massive, meandering river that defines the border between the Central African Republic and the DRC.

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Albertine Rift Mountains

The rugged, mist-covered peaks of the Western Rift Valley as you transition into East African airspace.

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Mount Kenya

Africa's second-highest peak is often visible to the north during the descent into the Nairobi area.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct equatorial sun glare. This side is prime for spotting Mount Kenya, which is best viewed 20-30 minutes before landing. Ensure a window seat forward of the wing to keep the vast Congo Basin forest in clear view without engine heat distortion.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,875 km (1,786 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 50 min

Departure: NSI (3.722559928894043, 11.553299903869627)

Arrival: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)

Route Type: International

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