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POL → MPM
Which side of the plane to sit from Pemba Airport (Pemba) to Maputo Airport (Maputo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the stunning Mozambican coastline, featuring turquoise coral reefs, the vast Zambezi Delta, and the world-renowned Bazaruto Archipelago.
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Pemba Bay
Aerial view of one of the world's deepest natural harbors immediately after departure.
Primeiras and Segundas
A string of ten sparsely inhabited coral islands and sand cays along the central coast.
Zambezi River Delta
The massive, intricate network of mangroves and silted channels where the Zambezi meets the Indian Ocean.
Bazaruto Archipelago
Stunning white sand dunes and varying shades of blue water surrounding Benguerra and Bazaruto islands.
Inhambane Peninsula
Views of the dramatic Tofo coastline, famous for manta rays and whale sharks.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, which illuminates the turquoise colors of the reefs and sandbanks perfectly. The Bazaruto Archipelago is the absolute highlight, appearing roughly mid-flight; keep your camera ready for the high-contrast sand dunes against the deep blue sea.
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Mozambican Savannah
Expansive views of the interior miombo woodlands and rural agricultural clusters.
Save River
A wide, sandy riverbed that serves as a major geographical boundary between central and southern Mozambique.
Limpopo River Basin
The winding path of the Limpopo River as it approaches the fertile plains near Xai-Xai.
Maputo-Katembe Bridge
Africa's longest suspension bridge visible as the plane enters the Maputo Bay circuit.
Maputo Skyline
A panoramic view of the capital city's high-rises and the bustling port area during the descent.
The right side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun reflecting off the ocean. Look for the massive river crossings which are the lifeblood of the country's interior. During the descent into Maputo, the right side often gets a clearer view of the urban sprawl and the harbor.
Book Hotels in MaputoDistance: 1,661 km (1,032 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min
Departure: POL (-12.991762161254885, 40.52401351928711)
Arrival: MPM (-25.920799, 32.572601)
Route Type: Domestic
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