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VPY → MPM
Which side of the plane to sit from Chimoio Airport (Chimoio) to Maputo Airport (Maputo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic transition from the lush interior landscapes to the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and the stunning Maputo Bay during arrival.
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Maputo Bay
Aerial view of the vast bay, including the silhouettes of Inhaca and Portuguese Islands during the descent.
Save River Estuary
The massive Save River winding through the plains before emptying into the Indian Ocean.
Coastal Lagoons
Sparkling coastal lakes and wetlands near Bilene and Xai-Xai as the flight tracks south.
Maputo Skyline
A panoramic view of the 'City of Acacias' and the Maputo-Katembe Bridge when landing from the north.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side is superior for seeing the coastline and the intricate patterns of the river deltas. On clear days, you may see the turquoise contrast of the shallow coastal waters against the deep blue sea.
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Manica Highlands
Rugged terrain and rolling hills immediately after takeoff from Chimoio near the Zimbabwe border.
Zinave Landscapes
View of the vast, wild savanna plains of the interior Gaza and Inhambane provinces.
Limpopo River Basin
The wide, meandering path of one of Africa's great rivers as it snakes through the southern plains.
Matola Industrial Zone
The sprawling industrial and logistics hub that borders the capital city of Maputo.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the African bush. Keep an eye out for the Chimanimani foothills shortly after departure from Chimoio. This side provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Mozambican interior.
Book Hotels in MaputoDistance: 758 km (471 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: VPY (-19.15130043029785, 33.429000854492195)
Arrival: MPM (-25.920799, 32.572601)
Route Type: Domestic
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