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VXC → TET
Which side of the plane to sit from Lichinga Airport (Lichinga) to Chingozi Airport (Tete)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the southern tip of Lake Niassa (Lake Malawi) shortly after takeoff, followed by the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and the winding Zambezi River upon approach to Tete.
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Lake Niassa Coastline
The deep blue waters of the southern reaches of Lake Niassa, framed by the steep slopes of the Rift Valley.
Kirk Range Mountains
Rugged mountain scenery along the Mozambique-Malawi border, featuring dramatic escarpments.
Zambezi River Curves
The massive Zambezi River appears as a wide, shimmering ribbon cutting through the arid Tete landscape.
Cahora Bassa Vista
On clear days, the distant shimmering horizon of the Cahora Bassa reservoir can be spotted to the northwest.
The right side is superior for water features. To avoid sun glare while viewing Lake Niassa, a morning flight is ideal. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff from VXC to catch the lake before the flight heads southwest.
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Lichinga Pine Forests
Unique high-altitude pine plantations surrounding the Lichinga plateau, reflecting the area's cooler climate.
Niassa Highlands
Rolling hills and granite inselbergs that characterize the interior of the Niassa province.
Samora Machel Bridge
The iconic suspension bridge spanning the Zambezi River, visible as you align with the runway in Tete.
Sit on the left for a clear view of Tete's urban layout and the industrial infrastructure of the coal mining region during the final descent. Early morning flights provide soft light over the plateau forests.
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Get eSIMs for MozambiqueDistance: 360 km (224 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: VXC (-13.274, 35.2663)
Arrival: TET (-16.104799270629886, 33.64020156860352)
Route Type: Domestic
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