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STZ → SXO
Which side of the plane to sit from Santa Terezinha Airport (Santa Terezinha) to São Félix do Araguaia Airport (Sao Felix do Araguaia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Araguaia River and the sprawling, untouched wilderness of the Ilha do Bananal, the world's largest fluvial island.
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Araguaia River Mainstream
Aerial view of the massive river channel that serves as a natural border between Mato Grosso and Tocantins.
Ilha do Bananal
Constant views of the world's largest river island, featuring a mix of wetlands, forests, and savanna.
Indigenous Territories
Observe the traditional lands and small riverside settlements of the Karajá people along the island's banks.
Wetland Lagoons
Numerous oxbow lakes and seasonal lagoons shimmering within the Araguaia National Park boundaries.
Water Reflections
Spectacular light play as the sun reflects off the winding river tributaries and sandy beaches.
Choose the left side for morning flights to witness the sun rising over the Ilha do Bananal. This side provides continuous views of the river's ecological diversity. During the dry season (June to September), look for the expansive white sand beaches that emerge along the riverbanks.
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Mato Grosso Farmlands
A clear view of the agricultural expansion and cattle ranches that characterize the interior of the state.
Cerrado Patches
Stretches of native Brazilian savanna vegetation interspersed with developed land.
Rural Road Networks
The intricate grid of red-dirt roads connecting isolated fazendas and small rural communities.
Santa Terezinha Departure
A final look at the town of Santa Terezinha and its local airstrip immediately after takeoff.
The right side is preferable for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. It is the best side for passengers interested in the geography of Brazilian agribusiness and land use patterns in the Araguaia valley.
Book Hotels in Sao Felix do AraguaiaDistance: 131 km (81 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 min
Departure: STZ (-10.4647216796875, -50.51861190795898)
Arrival: SXO (-11.632399559020994, -50.68960189819336)
Route Type: Domestic
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