TSE → PLX

Astana Skyline

A panoramic view of the Baiterek Tower and the futuristic Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center shortly after departure from TSE.

Ereymentau Mountains

A series of low-lying, ancient mountain ridges that break the flat horizon of the northern steppe.

Kazakh Steppe

Endless stretches of the Saryarka region, showing the vastness of the Central Asian plains.

Irtysh River

One of the longest rivers in Asia, visible as the flight tracks toward the northeast on its approach to Semey.

Relic Pine Forest

The unique 'Lentochny Bor' (Belt Forest), a rare strip of pine woodland that survives in the semi-arid steppe near Semey.

Saryarka Uplands

Views of the rolling hills and weathered rock formations characteristic of the Central Kazakh Uplands.

Bayanaul Distant Peaks

On clear days, the rugged peaks of the Bayanaul National Park can be seen far to the southeast.

The Poligon

The vast, flat expanse to the south marks the northern edge of the historical Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site.

Steppe Salt Lakes

Clusters of small, often white-rimmed salt lakes that dot the arid landscape south of the flight path.