OVB → VVO

Ob River & Reservoir

Directly after takeoff from OVB, view the sprawling city of Novosibirsk and the massive 'Ob Sea' reservoir.

Central Siberian Taiga

Endless miles of dense evergreen forests and winding river systems typical of the Siberian wilderness.

Lake Baikal

The flight path typically passes north of Irkutsk, offering a spectacular view of the lake's crystal-clear blue expanse and the Barguzin Range.

The Amur River

Glimpses of the mighty Amur river system as it snakes toward the Pacific through the Khabarovsk Krai.

Sikhote-Alin Mountains

A UNESCO-listed mountain range known for its high biodiversity, visible during the descent into Vladivostok.

Altai Foothills

To the south, the distant peaks and rugged terrain marking the northern edge of the Altai mountains.

Buryatia Steppes

Rolling hills and grassland landscapes near the Mongolian border with distinct tectonic depressions.

Manchurian Borderlands

The Greater Khingan Range and the border regions near China, often showing distinctive agricultural patterns.

Lake Khanka

A massive, shallow lake shared by Russia and China, often visible shortly before the final descent begins.

Russky Bridge

If the flight approaches VVO from the south, you may see the world's longest cable-stayed bridge and the Sea of Japan.