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SNV → PZO
Which side of the plane to sit from Santa Elena de Uairen Airport (Santa Ana De Uairen) to General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport (Guayana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the iconic Eastern Tepuis during the initial climb out of Santa Elena, followed by a stunning view of the confluence of the Orinoco and Caroni rivers upon arrival in Puerto Ordaz.
Mount Roraima & Kukenan
Visible in the distance to the east shortly after takeoff, these flat-topped 'tepuis' are among the oldest geological formations on Earth.
Caroní River Basin
Watch the deep, tea-colored blackwater of the Caroni River winding through the dense jungle canopy toward the north.
Canaima National Park
The eastern fringes of this UNESCO World Heritage site provide views of vertical cliffs and hidden waterfalls deep in the forest.
Orinoco-Caroní Confluence
Just before landing at PZO, observe the striking contrast where the dark Caroni water meets the muddy brown Orinoco River.
Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from SNV to capture the silhouette of the Eastern Tepuis. During the final approach to PZO, the right side provides the best angle to see the 'meeting of the waters' near the Llovizna and Cachamay waterfalls.
The Gran Sabana
Vast stretches of high-altitude tropical savanna with rolling hills and unique vegetation typical of the Guiana Highlands.
Sierra de Lema
A dramatic mountain range that serves as the gateway to the Gran Sabana, often shrouded in misty cloud forests.
Guri Reservoir
One of the world's largest man-made lakes, appearing as a massive inland sea of dark water as you approach the north.
Guri Dam
The Simon Bolivar Hydroelectric Plant, a monumental feat of engineering responsible for most of Venezuela's electricity.
Sit toward the front of the cabin to avoid the wing obscuring the Guri Dam as the plane begins its descent. Morning flights are highly recommended to avoid the heavy convective cloud cover that usually develops over the rainforest by mid-afternoon.
Distance: 452 km (281 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: SNV (4.554999828338623, -61.1500015258789)
Arrival: PZO (8.288530349731445, -62.7603988647461)
Route Type: Domestic
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