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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Chapada Diamantina tablelands and the spectacular descent over the Serra da Bandeira plateau edge into Barreiras.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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Atlantic Coastline

Stunning views of the northern Salvador beaches and the coconut coast as the plane climbs and turns west.

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Chapada Diamantina

The flight path passes directly over or near this national park, showcasing iconic flat-topped mesas and deep canyons.

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Morro do Pai Inácio

On clear days, identify the most famous landmark of the Chapada rising prominently from the plateau.

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Rio Paraguaçu

The winding silver ribbon of the Paraguaçu River as it carves through the rocky terrain of the interior.

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Serra da Bandeira

A dramatic descent over the steep escarpment that separates the high plateau from the valley where Barreiras sits.

The right side is superior for geological enthusiasts. For the best photography of Chapada Diamantina, afternoon flights provide excellent lighting on the cliff faces. During the descent into Barreiras, keep your camera ready for the 'Serra da Bandeira' plateau edge which offers a sudden and breathtaking drop in elevation just before landing.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Salvador Skyline

Panoramic views of the lower city and the expansive urban sprawl of the metropolitan area during takeoff.

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Baía de Todos os Santos

Aerial perspective of the southern portion of the bay and the historic Recôncavo region.

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Bahian Sertão

Witness the transition from the lush coast to the semi-arid Caatinga landscape with its unique vegetation.

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Agribusiness Frontier

Vast, geometric crop circles and massive soy and cotton estates that define the modern economy of Western Bahia.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It provides a great view of the inland expansion of Salvador and the massive scale of Western Brazil's agricultural industry. During the final approach, look for the meandering paths of the Rio Branco.

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Route Information

Distance: 732 km (455 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min

Departure: SSA (-12.9086112976, -38.3224983215)

Arrival: BRA (-12.078900337219238, -45.00899887084961)

Route Type: Domestic

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