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Which side of the plane to sit from CFB Bagotville (Bagotville) to Sept-Îles Airport (Sept-iles)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a continuous panorama of the St. Lawrence Estuary, the mouth of the Saguenay Fjord, and the dramatic coastline of Quebec's North Shore.

Right Side Highlights
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Saguenay Fjord Confluence

The spectacular point where the dark waters of the Saguenay River meet the blue St. Lawrence Estuary.

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Tadoussac Area

A world-famous marine crossroad known for whale sightings, visible as the plane tracks the coastline.

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Baie-Comeau

Aerial view of the industrial port city and the mouth of the powerful Manicouagan River.

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Pointe-des-Monts

The site of a historic lighthouse marking the transition into the wider Gulf of St. Lawrence.

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Sept-Îles Archipelago

The seven distinct islands guarding the bay as you descend into Sept-Îles Airport.

Sit on the right to track the coastline throughout the journey. For morning flights, the sun will be over the water, creating a brilliant silver reflection. During autumn, the contrast between the deep blue water and the vibrant forest colors along the shore is exceptionally photogenic.

Left Side Highlights
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Monts-Valin National Park

High-altitude peaks and deep valleys of the Laurentian Mountains visible shortly after takeoff.

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Boreal Shield

An endless carpet of dense black spruce and balsam fir forests typical of Northern Quebec.

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Lac Pipmuacan

A massive, irregular reservoir located deep in the wilderness to the north of the flight path.

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Inland Mines

Occasional glimpses of remote mining operations and logging roads cutting through the wilderness.

The left side is best for observing the rugged, untouched wilderness of the Canadian Shield. During night flights in winter, this side offers the best chance to spot the Aurora Borealis. In the late afternoon, the low sun casts long, dramatic shadows over the Laurentian ridges.

Top Activities in Sept-iles
Route Information

Distance: 402 km (250 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 40 min

Departure: YBG (48.33060073852539, -70.99639892578125)

Arrival: YZV (50.22330093383789, -66.26560211181639)

Route Type: Domestic

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