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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular front-row seat to the rugged spine of Papua New Guinea, featuring the massive Central Range and the breathtaking Hindenburg Wall limestone cliffs.

Right Side Highlights
9.5
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Central Range Peaks

Stunning views of the high-altitude mountains that form the backbone of the island, often piercing through the clouds.

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Mount Bosavi

The massive, collapsed crater of this extinct volcano is a landmark feature on the horizon during the mid-flight segment.

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The Hindenburg Wall

An awe-inspiring series of massive limestone escarpments and cliffs that drop vertically for hundreds of meters.

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Ok Tedi Mine

As you descend toward Tabubil, look for the colossal open-pit mine carved into the mountainside, a feat of engineering.

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Star Mountains

Dramatic, jagged peaks that define the border region between PNG and West Papua, often shrouded in mystical mist.

The right side is essential for mountain lovers. Sit forward of the wing to get an unobstructed view of the Hindenburg Wall during the descent. Morning flights are critical as the Highlands usually cloud over by 1:00 PM, hiding the most dramatic peaks.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Gulf of Papua Coastline

Aerial views of the turquoise waters meeting the dense mangrove forests along the southern coast.

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Fly River Meanders

Witness the incredible serpent-like curves and silt-heavy waters of one of PNG's largest river systems.

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Bamu River Delta

A complex network of islands and waterways forming a massive tropical wetland ecosystem.

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Lake Murray

On clear days, the largest lake in the country is visible as a vast expanse of blue amidst the deep green canopy.

The left side is superior for observing the transition from coastal plains to the interior wetlands. Try to book a flight between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM for the best lighting on the water systems before the afternoon humidity creates haze.

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Route Information

Distance: 807 km (501 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min

Departure: POM (-9.44338035583496, 147.22000122070312)

Arrival: TBG (-5.27861, 141.225998)

Route Type: Domestic

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