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Which side of the plane to sit from Chapais Airport (Chibougamau) to Nemiscau Airport (Nemiscau)?

Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the massive Lake Mistassini and the rugged, lake-dense landscape of the Assinica Wildlife Reserve.

Right Side Highlights
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Lake Mistassini

Quebec's largest natural fresh water lake, appearing as a vast inland sea on the horizon.

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Assinica Wildlife Reserve

A labyrinth of interconnected glacial lakes and pristine wilderness areas north of Chibougamau.

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Precambrian Shield

Ancient rock outcrops and ridges that reveal the geological history of the Canadian Shield.

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Glacial Escars

Long, winding ridges of sand and gravel deposited by retreating glaciers thousands of years ago.

Keep your eyes focused toward the east shortly after takeoff from Chibougamau to spot the southern reaches of Lake Mistassini. In winter, the crystalline ice patterns on the large lakes are particularly striking.

Left Side Highlights
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Endless Boreal Canopy

Continuous stretches of black spruce and jack pine forests characteristic of the Nord-du-Québec region.

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Lake Evans

A sprawling, island-filled lake that dominates the western landscape mid-flight.

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Broadback River Basin

View the winding path of this powerful river as it flows westward toward James Bay.

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Wildlife Corridors

Wide marshes and peatlands that serve as vital habitats for woodland caribou and migratory birds.

Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the soft golden hour light over the wetlands. Look for the distinct patterns of 'string bogs' which look like ripples from above.

Top Activities in Nemiscau
Route Information

Distance: 242 km (150 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 24 min

Departure: YMT (49.77190017700195, -74.5280990600586)

Arrival: YNS (51.69110107421875, -76.1355972290039)

Route Type: Domestic

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