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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Tucuruí Dam—one of the world's largest hydroelectric plants—at departure, followed by the iconic Belém waterfront and Guajará Bay upon arrival.

Left Side Highlights
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Tucuruí Dam & Spillway

An aerial view of the massive concrete structure and the colossal reservoir created by the Tocantins River.

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Tocantins River Basin

The winding path of the river as it carves through the dense Amazonian landscape toward the Atlantic.

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Fluvial Communities

Small riverside settlements and traditional 'ribeirinho' houses visible along the riverbanks.

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Marajó Archipelago

In the distance to the northwest, the edge of the world's largest fluvial-marine island system.

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Belém Waterfront

The historic Ver-o-Peso market and the modern skyline of the city as you fly over Guajará Bay.

Choose the left side for the best photography of the Tucuruí Dam shortly after takeoff from TUR. During the approach to BEL, this side typically faces the city's historic district and the bay. Early morning flights are recommended to avoid the intense tropical convection clouds that often form in the afternoon, which can obscure the ground.

Right Side Highlights
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Lower Tocantins Flow

The vast downstream expanse of the river as it widens toward the Pará River estuary.

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Primary Rainforest

Continuous stretches of deep green canopy typical of the Eastern Amazon region.

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Carajás Railroad Context

The general corridor used for transporting minerals from the interior to the coast.

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Ananindeua Suburbs

The sprawling metropolitan area of Belém as the aircraft descends into Val de Cans.

While less scenic for landmarks, the right side offers a great sense of the scale of the Amazon rainforest. If the flight is in the late afternoon, the right side will be facing away from the setting sun, providing softer light for photos. Watch for the dramatic change in water color where different river systems meet near the coast.

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Route Information

Distance: 301 km (187 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 30 min

Departure: TUR (-3.7860100269318, -49.72029876709001)

Arrival: BEL (-1.3792500495900002, -48.476299285900005)

Route Type: Domestic

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