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Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the Eastern Ghats' eastern slopes and a stunning panoramic reveal of the Bay of Bengal coastline and the Simhachalam temple hill during the final descent into Visakhapatnam.

Left Side Highlights
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Mahanadi River Basin

View the intricate network of tributaries and fertile agricultural plains of the Chhattisgarh basin shortly after takeoff.

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Eastern Ghats Ridgeline

Witness the dramatic transition from the plains to the densely forested, rolling peaks of the northern Eastern Ghats.

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Simhachalam Hill

A clear view of the historic 11th-century Narasimha temple perched on the lush green hills during the final approach.

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Visakhapatnam Cityscape

Observe the dense urban layout of Vizag as it stretches toward the iconic RK Beach and the sea.

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Vizag Port & Coastline

Excellent views of the busy port activities and the deep blue waters of the Bay of Bengal on the final leg.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. During the landing phase, this side provides the best perspective of the city's unique geography where the hills meet the ocean. Look out for the white gopuram of the Simhachalam temple about 5-8 minutes before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Dandakaranya Forests

Fly over the vast, ancient forest tracts that define the southern borders of Chhattisgarh and Odisha.

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Araku Valley Vistas

Catch distant views of the famous coffee-growing highlands and the mist-covered Ananthagiri hills to the west.

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Steel Plant Complex

See the massive industrial footprint of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (Rashtriya Ispat Nigam) during the descent.

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Jalaput Reservoir Area

Occasional sightings of the large water bodies tucked within the rugged valley terrain of the border region.

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Western Ghats Sunset

On evening flights, this side offers spectacular sunset views over the jagged mountain horizons.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the mountains. Keep an eye out for the massive industrial parks near Gajuwaka as you approach the airport. This side is also better for spotting the higher peaks of the Eastern Ghats range that lie further inland.

Top Activities in Vishakhapatnam
Route Information

Distance: 415 km (258 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 42 min

Departure: RPR (21.180401, 81.7388)

Arrival: VTZ (17.721200943, 83.22450256350001)

Route Type: Domestic

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