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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers an incredible vantage point for the Papua New Guinea coastline, featuring the intricate and massive river deltas of the Gulf Province and the dense tropical rainforests that meet the sea.

Right Side Highlights
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Port Moresby Skyline

A panoramic view of the capital city, Fairfax Harbour, and the surrounding hills immediately after takeoff.

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Gulf Province Wetlands

Massive stretches of untouched mangroves and tropical marshlands that characterize the southern coast.

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Purari River Delta

One of the most complex river systems in the region, featuring a maze of silt-heavy channels and sediment plumes.

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Kikori River Mouth

Dramatic views of the winding Kikori river as it discharges into the Gulf of Papua.

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Fly River Estuary

The entrance to one of the world's largest rivers by volume, showing massive islands formed by river sediment.

Sit on the right for spectacular views of the river deltas. Morning flights are ideal as the low sun angle highlights the texture of the jungle and the winding river channels. Bring a camera with a good zoom to capture the patterns of the Fly River delta, which is a highlight of the descent into Daru.

Left Side Highlights
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Fisherman's Island

A small, inhabited island just outside Port Moresby surrounded by shallow coral reefs and clear turquoise waters.

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Great Barrier Reef Northern Tip

View the northernmost fringes of the coral structures that extend toward the Torres Strait.

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Gulf of Papua Expanse

The deep blue waters of the Gulf, occasionally dotted with cargo ships or traditional fishing vessels.

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Daru Island Approach

The southern approach to Daru reveals the surrounding smaller islands and the coastal traffic of the Torres Strait.

The left side is best for mid-day flights to minimize sun glare. Keep an eye out for the distinct color change in the water where the deep sea meets the shallow reef systems near Port Moresby. On a clear day, you may spot small sand cays and remote fishing outposts.

Top Activities in Daru
Route Information

Distance: 442 km (275 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 44 min

Departure: POM (-9.44338035583496, 147.22000122070312)

Arrival: DAU (-9.08675956726, 143.207992554)

Route Type: Domestic

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