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UEL → BEW
Which side of the plane to sit from Quelimane Airport (Quelimane) to Beira Airport (Beira)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Zambezi River Delta, one of Africa's most significant geographic features, along with lush coastal wetlands and the Marromeu complex.
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Bons Sinais River
The winding estuary system surrounding Quelimane, visible immediately after takeoff.
Zambezi River Delta
The highlight of the trip: a massive network of distributaries, islands, and silt-heavy waters carving through the landscape.
Marromeu Special Reserve
A vast complex of wetlands and grasslands known for hosting large herds of water buffalo and diverse birdlife.
Mangrove Forests
Dense, dark green coastal forests that act as a natural barrier between the land and the sea.
Beira Cityscape
The urban sprawl of Beira and the mouth of the Pungwe River during the final descent.
This is the essential side for photographers. To capture the Zambezi Delta at its best, fly during the morning when the sun illuminates the river channels from the east. Note that during the wet season (December–March), the delta is significantly more lush and vibrant.
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Mozambique Channel
Expansive views of the deep blue Indian Ocean throughout the duration of the flight.
Coastal Sandbars
Intricate white sand patterns and turquoise shallows visible near the Quelimane and Beira coastlines.
Beira Port Approach
Cargo ships and tankers anchored in the channel awaiting entry to Mozambique's second-largest port.
Sit on this side during late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the continent. It provides a serene, unobstructed view of the horizon where the sky meets the Indian Ocean.
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Get eSIMs for MozambiqueDistance: 299 km (186 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: UEL (-17.855499267578125, 36.86909866333008)
Arrival: BEW (-19.79640007019043, 34.90760040283203)
Route Type: Domestic
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