SVO → ULN

Lake Baikal

Witness the stunning crescent-shaped 'Pearl of Siberia' about 5 hours into the flight, showcasing deep blue waters and the Barguzin Range.

Siberian Taiga

Continuous stretches of dense coniferous forests that create a mesmerizing, endless green carpet across the Central Siberian Plateau.

Novosibirsk & Ob River

A clear view of Russia's third-largest city and the massive Ob River bridge system as the flight traverses the West Siberian Plain.

Northern Ural Peaks

The ancient, weathered peaks of the Ural Mountains marking the geographic border between Europe and Asia.

Yenisei River

One of the world's longest river systems, visible near Krasnoyarsk, appearing as a silver ribbon cutting through the wilderness.

Southern Ural Mountains

Rugged terrain and industrial heartlands near Chelyabinsk visible during the first third of the journey.

The Great Steppe

As the plane approaches Mongolia, the landscape transitions from forest to the vast, open rolling grasslands of the Selenge basin.

Gobi Fringe

Distant views of the arid southern horizons where the steppe begins to meet the edges of the Gobi Desert.

Ulaanbaatar Approach

Excellent views of the sprawling 'Ger districts' and the Tuul River valley during the final approach into Chinggis Khaan International.

Bogd Khan Mountain

The sacred, forested mountain south of the Mongolian capital, often visible during the landing pattern.