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XMH → AHE
Which side of the plane to sit from Manihi Airport (Manihi) to Ahe Airport (Ahe)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the inner lagoons of both atolls and the iconic black pearl farm structures that characterize this region.
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Black Pearl Farms
View the floating buoy lines and small wooden huts over the water where the world-famous Tahitian black pearls are cultivated.
Ahe's Inner Lagoon
An incredible palette of emerald and turquoise waters that are exceptionally clear due to the atoll's unique enclosed structure.
Tenukupara Village
The main settlement of Ahe comes into view during the final approach, showing the remote lifestyle of the Tuamotu people.
This flight lasts only 10-15 minutes, so have your camera ready immediately upon takeoff. The right side is best during midday flights as the sun is high, illuminating the lagoon floor and making the turquoise colors pop intensely.
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Pacific Reef Break
Watch the dramatic contrast where the deep indigo of the open ocean hits the bright white foam of the outer coral reef.
Southern Motus
String of uninhabited islets along the southern rim of Manihi, featuring pristine white sand and dense palm clusters.
Tiareroa Pass
The primary maritime entrance to Ahe, visible as a break in the reef with swirling turquoise currents.
The left side is excellent for spotting marine life in the clear waters near the reef edge. During the austral winter (July to October), keep an eye out for humpback whales in the deep water just outside the atoll rim.
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Get eSIMs for French PolynesiaDistance: 20 km (12 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 min
Departure: XMH (-14.436800003051758, -146.07000732421875)
Arrival: AHE (-14.428099632263184, -146.2570037841797)
Route Type: Domestic
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