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TFF → IRZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Tefé Airport (Tefe) to Tapuruquara Airport (Santa Isabel do Rio Negro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of the Rio Negro's expansive black waters and the dramatic contrast with the surrounding jungle as you approach Santa Isabel do Rio Negro.
Rio Negro
The world's largest blackwater river, appearing like a dark mirror reflecting the sky as you head north.
White Sand Beaches
During the low-water season, striking white sandbars appear along the riverbanks, creating a sharp contrast with the dark water.
Regional Riverboats
Spot 'gaiolas' and small wooden vessels navigating the remote waterways that serve as the region's primary highways.
Santa Isabel do Rio Negro
A perfect aerial view of the town as it emerges from the forest on the banks of the river during the final approach.
The right side is essential for seeing the Rio Negro's scale. Aim for the dry season between September and February to see the dramatic river beaches. Afternoon flights on this side offer excellent lighting for photographing the black water without direct solar glare.
Endless Jungle Canopy
A breathtaking view of the untouched Amazonian rainforest stretching infinitely toward the western horizon.
Amanã Reserve
Aerial views of the complex lake systems and flooded forest ecosystems of the Amanã Sustainable Development Reserve.
Meandering Tributaries
Intricate oxbow lakes and winding silt-colored streams carving paths through the dense vegetation.
Tropical Cloud Formations
Massive, towering cumulus clouds that characterize the humid atmosphere of the central Amazon basin.
Choose this side for early morning flights to see the 'lungs of the planet' breathing as mist rises from the canopy. It is the best side for observing the sheer scale of the inland forest away from major population centers.
Distance: 335 km (208 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: TFF (-3.38294005394, -64.7240982056)
Arrival: IRZ (-0.3786, -64.9923)
Route Type: Domestic
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