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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular view of the Cordillera Azul's dramatic ridges, showcasing the transition from the high jungle to the low Amazonian plains.

Right Side Highlights
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Cordillera Azul National Park

Stunning views of the 'Blue Mountains' with their unique knife-edge ridges and deep green valleys.

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Biabo Cordillera

Observe the high-altitude sub-Andean mountain ranges that define the San Martín and Ucayali border.

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Cloud Forest Transitions

Watch the ecosystem shift from the misty cloud forests of the highlands to the humid lowlands.

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Aguaytía River Basin

Views of the river valleys cutting through the foothills before the terrain flattens out completely.

Sit on the right for the most dramatic geological features. Late afternoon flights offer a golden glow over the Cordillera Azul ridges. Avoid middle-of-the-day flights if possible, as tropical convection often causes cloud buildup over the mountains by 2 PM, obscuring the best views.

Left Side Highlights
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Huallaga River

Watch the mighty Huallaga River snake through the dense greenery shortly after takeoff from Tarapoto.

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Pampa del Sacramento

An expansive view of the unbroken Amazonian canopy, stretching toward the Brazilian border.

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Ucayali Meanders

Intricate oxbow lakes and silver river curves of the Ucayali River as you approach Pucallpa.

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Yarinacocha Lagoon

The massive horseshoe-shaped lagoon becomes visible on the final descent into Pucallpa.

Morning flights provide excellent lighting for photography as the sun rises in the east. Look for the distinct 'C'-shaped oxbow lakes which are characteristic of the meandering Ucayali river system. Since this is a short flight, stay alert immediately after takeoff.

Top Activities in Pucallpa
Route Information

Distance: 287 km (178 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 29 min

Departure: TPP (-6.508739948272705, -76.37319946289062)

Arrival: PCL (-8.37794017791748, -74.57430267333984)

Route Type: Domestic

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