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Which side of the plane to sit from Quelimane Airport (Quelimane) to Chingozi Airport (Tete)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most consistent and breathtaking views of the Zambezi River valley and the dramatic transition from coastal plains to the rugged interior of Tete.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Quelimane Waterfront

Aerial view of the Bons Sinais River and the historic coastal architecture of Quelimane immediately after takeoff.

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Zambezi River Meanders

Continuous views of the mighty Zambezi River as it snakes through the valley, featuring massive sandbanks and shifting channels.

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Lower Zambezi Basin

Extensive floodplains and fertile agricultural lands that sustain the local communities along the river's path.

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Samora Machel Bridge

A clear perspective of the iconic suspension bridge in Tete during the final approach, spanning the wide river gap.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best shadows over the river. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight for the descent into the Tete basin where the river visibility is peak.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Zambezia Highlands

Distant views of the rising granite inselbergs and mountainous terrain toward the Malawian border to the north.

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Miombo Woodlands

Vast stretches of native dry forest and bushveld typical of the interior provinces of Mozambique.

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Moatize Mining Region

Visible open-cast coal mining operations and industrial infrastructure located just north of the city of Tete.

The right side is ideal for passengers interested in the industrial and geological landscape. During the late afternoon, this side provides a softer light for photographing the distant mountains to the north.

Top Activities in Tete
Route Information

Distance: 395 km (245 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 40 min

Departure: UEL (-17.855499267578125, 36.86909866333008)

Arrival: TET (-16.104799270629886, 33.64020156860352)

Route Type: Domestic

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