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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an unparalleled vantage point for the dramatic volcanic peaks of the Southern Highlands and the rugged spine of the Owen Stanley Range during the descent into Port Moresby.

Left Side Highlights
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Mount Giluwe

View the highest volcano in Oceania, a massive shield volcano with twin peaks reaching over 4,300 meters.

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Mount Ialibu

A prominent and sharp volcanic peak that dominates the skyline as you traverse the Southern Highlands.

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Mendi Valley

Deep limestone gorges and high-altitude agricultural patterns carved into the rugged highland terrain.

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Owen Stanley Range

The massive mountain backbone of Papua New Guinea visible in the distance as the flight heads southeast.

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Varirata Plateau

The lush escarpment of the national park marks the transition from the mountains to the coastal plains.

Book an early morning flight to avoid the thick convective clouds that typically build up over the Highlands by 10:00 AM. A seat behind the wing is ideal to ensure the engine housing doesn't block your view of the 4,000-meter peaks.

Right Side Highlights
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Lake Kutubu

Depending on the flight path, catch a glimpse of this pristine high-altitude lake surrounded by limestone forest.

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Mount Bosavi

Look far to the west to see the collapsed caldera of this enormous extinct volcano rising from the jungle.

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Kikori River System

Watch the transition of highland streams into massive, winding brown rivers snaking toward the Gulf of Papua.

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Gulf of Papua Coastline

As you approach Port Moresby, the horizon opens up to the vast, shimmering waters of the Coral Sea.

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Papuan Barrier Reef

Stunning turquoise coral formations and small islands like Fisherman's Island visible during the final approach.

Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon, as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the delta systems and reefs without glare. Look for the massive river sediment plumes entering the ocean near the Gulf.

Top Activities in Port Moresby
Route Information

Distance: 618 km (384 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min

Departure: TIZ (-5.84499979019, 142.947998047)

Arrival: POM (-9.44338035583496, 147.22000122070312)

Route Type: Domestic

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