VII → VTE

Song Lam Meanders

Intricate river loops and agricultural patterns around Vinh city shortly after takeoff.

Annamite Cordillera

Aerial view of the jagged limestone and granite peaks forming the natural border between Vietnam and Laos.

Nam Theun 2 Reservoir

A massive, deep blue man-made lake surrounded by dense tropical rainforest in the Nakai Plateau.

Bolikhamxay Jungle

Expansive stretches of primary evergreen forest and steep karst formations as the flight enters Lao airspace.

Vientiane Plains

The landscape flattens into a patchwork of rice paddies as the aircraft descends toward the Mekong valley.

Cua Lo Coast

Distant views of the Gulf of Tonkin and the white sands of the North-Central Vietnam coastline.

Pumat National Park

Lush canopy views of one of Vietnam's most biodiverse wilderness areas along the northern flight path.

Nam Ngum River

Watch the winding tributaries that feed into the Mekong River system as you approach the capital.

Vientiane Cityscape

Excellent views of the Patuxay Monument and the golden That Luang stupa during the final approach.

The Mekong Border

The mighty Mekong River clearly defining the international border between Laos and Thailand.