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POL → BEW
Which side of the plane to sit from Pemba Airport (Pemba) to Beira Airport (Beira)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft provides an incredible vantage point for the Mozambique coastline, including the pristine coral islands of the Primeiras and Segundas Archipelago and the deep blues of the Mozambique Channel.
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Pemba Bay
A stunning view of one of the world's largest natural deep-water bays immediately after takeoff.
Primeiras and Segundas Archipelago
A chain of ten sparsely inhabited coral islands and sapphire-colored reefs visible along the coast.
Mozambique Channel
Expansive views of the deep Indian Ocean where whale sharks and dolphins are occasionally spotted from lower altitudes.
Pebane Coastline
Striking stretches of remote white sand beaches and turquoise lagoons that characterize the Zambezia province.
Book a morning flight to ensure the sun is positioned to illuminate the shallow reefs and turquoise waters without creating harsh glare. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct transition between the deep ocean and the continental shelf.
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Zambezi River Delta
One of Africa's most complex and beautiful wetland systems, featuring a massive network of mangroves and silt-rich channels.
Quelimane City
The provincial capital of Zambezia, visible near the mouth of the Bons Sinais River.
Beira Port
The industrial heart of central Mozambique, visible as the plane descends towards the Pungwe River estuary.
Lúrio River
The natural border between Cabo Delgado and Nampula provinces, cutting through the coastal plains.
The right side is essential for seeing the Zambezi Delta, which is the geographic highlight of the route. This feature usually appears about 60-70 minutes into the flight. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the inland river systems and delta wetlands.
Book Hotels in BeiraDistance: 965 km (600 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: POL (-12.991762161254885, 40.52401351928711)
Arrival: BEW (-19.79640007019043, 34.90760040283203)
Route Type: Domestic
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