About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Victoria Falls International (VFA) to Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Victoria Falls to Gaberone. Right-side seats provide the most compelling scenery: the Zambezi gorge and river system during climb-out is visually dramatic and sustained. While left-side landing views of Gaborone are pleasant, the takeoff experience from Victoria Falls is more distinctive and geographically significant.
What can I see during takeoff from Victoria Falls International in Victoria Falls?
During takeoff from Victoria Falls International (VFA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Zambezi River gorge system as the aircraft climbs southward from Victoria Falls. The river's dramatic canyon cuts are visible for several minutes after departure, offering sharp relief and water reflections. Notable sights include: Zambezi River gorge, Victoria Falls spray plume (seasonal), Batoka Gorge, Zambezi National Park woodland.
What can I see when landing at Sir Seretse Khama International in Gaberone?
When landing at Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats on descent into Gaborone offer views of the Notwane River valley and the city's urban sprawl approaching from the north. The river's course and the transition from bush to developed areas are clearly visible during the final descent. Notable sights include: Notwane River valley, Gaborone city grid and suburbs, Kalahari scrubland transition zone, Sir Seretse Khama International Airport approach.
How long is the flight from Victoria Falls to Gaberone?
The flight from Victoria Falls International (VFA) to Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Victoria Falls to Gaberone flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Kalahari scrubland plateau between the Zambezi River system and Gaborone. Notable features include scattered pans (seasonal water bodies visible as pale depressions), sparse acacia woodland, and the gradual transition from higher elevation terrain near Victoria Falls (around 3,500 feet) to the Gaborone plateau (around 3,000 feet). The landscape is relatively uniform—open bush with few dramatic relief features—making the takeoff and landing segments the primary scenic highlights.