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SXO → GRP
Which side of the plane to sit from São Félix do Araguaia Airport (Sao Felix do Araguaia) to Gurupi Airport (Gurupi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Araguaia River network and the pristine northern section of Ilha do Bananal, providing a bird's-eye view of one of the most unique ecosystems in Brazil.
Araguaia River Main Channel
Direct views of the massive main river channel with its shifting sandbars and deep blue waters immediately after takeoff.
Ilha do Bananal Northern Tip
The world's largest fluvial island unfolds below, showing a complex network of internal lakes and wetlands.
Cantão State Park
Aerial view of this critical conservation area where the Amazon biome meets the Cerrado savanna.
Mosaic of Lagoons
Countless oxbow lakes and seasonal lagoons that create a glittering silver pattern on the landscape during high sun.
Pristine Tropical Forest
Dense clusters of gallery forest that line the various tributaries flowing into the main river system.
Sit on the left for the best view of the river's complexity. Morning flights provide excellent soft lighting for photos of the water. Between June and September, look for white sandy beaches appearing along the riverbanks as water levels drop.
Rio Javaés
View of the smaller but equally winding arm of the Araguaia that forms the eastern border of Bananal Island.
Tocantins Agriculture
The landscape shifts from wild wetlands to the organized geometric patterns of large-scale soy and corn farms.
Cerrado Savanna
Extensive views of the Brazilian Cerrado, characterized by twisted trees and vast open grasslands.
Gurupi City Skyline
A clear view of the urban development and infrastructure as the plane descends into the heart of Tocantins.
The right side is better for seeing the transition from wilderness to civilization. If flying in the late afternoon, the sun will be behind you, reducing glare and making it easier to spot cattle and farm equipment in the fields below.
Distance: 170 km (106 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 17 min
Departure: SXO (-11.632399559020994, -50.68960189819336)
Arrival: GRP (-11.73960018157959, -49.13219833374024)
Route Type: Domestic
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