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WIL → NYK
Which side of the plane to sit from Nairobi Wilson Airport (Nairobi) to Nanyuki Airport (Nanyuki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled, close-up view of the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest mountain, which is the absolute highlight of this short domestic flight.
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Nairobi Skyline
Immediate views of the Upper Hill and CBD skyscrapers shortly after departing Wilson Airport.
Mount Kenya
The majestic, jagged peaks of Batian and Nelion, often rising above a blanket of clouds as you head north.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
As you descend into Nanyuki, look for the sprawling savanna plains where elephants or rhinos can sometimes be spotted.
Chania River
The winding silver ribbon of the Chania River cutting through the lush landscape near Thika.
Book an early morning flight (before 10:00 AM) to see Mount Kenya's peaks; they are notoriously cloud-covered for the rest of the day. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the mountain massif and the Ol Pejeta plains during landing.
Book Hotels in NanyukiAberdare Range
Dense, misty montane forests and steep valleys of the Aberdare National Park stretching along the horizon.
Great Rift Valley Edge
Distant views of the eastern escarpment where the central highlands drop into the dramatic Rift Valley floor.
Highland Plantations
Vibrant green patchwork of small-scale tea and coffee farms characteristic of the fertile Central Province.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights. Keep an eye out for the deep gorges of the Aberdare forest, where you might spot waterfalls cascading down the slopes if the visibility is high.
Get eSIMs for Kenya
Get eSIMs for KenyaDistance: 142 km (88 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: WIL (-1.321720004081726, 36.81480026245117)
Arrival: NYK (-0.062398899346590035, 37.04100799560547)
Route Type: Domestic
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