Passengers on the left side will enjoy expansive views of the Brazzaville city center and the dramatic loops of the Congo River as the aircraft climbs.
While both sides offer lush rainforest views, the right side provides the most iconic African landmarks, including potential views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the southern expanse of Lake Victoria.
The right side is generally superior for this northbound overnight route, offering a spectacular sunrise over the Sahara or Mediterranean and a high probability of seeing the French Alps and the Paris skyline during the morning arrival.
The right side offers a superior mix of urban geography, the massive Congo River at departure, the lush rainforests of the Congo Basin, and the intricate river systems of the Niger Delta before landing.
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular view of the African coastline and the massive Congo River estuary as it meets the Atlantic Ocean.
The right side offers a more diverse palette of African geography, transitioning from the deep green of the Congo Basin to the dramatic peaks of the High Atlas and the vibrant red sands of the inner Sahara.
The left side offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the massive Malebo Pool and the dense urban skyline of Kinshasa, the world's largest Francophone city, as you cross the river.
The left side offers a spectacular view of the twin capitals, Brazzaville and Kinshasa, separated by the Congo River immediately after takeoff, followed by the river's path toward the ocean.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Congo River and the unique perspective of seeing two national capitals, Brazzaville and Kinshasa, simultaneously.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Virunga volcanic chain and the northern turquoise waters of Lake Kivu upon the approach to Rwanda.
The right side offers a superior view of the deep Congo Basin rainforest and the majestic Mount Cameroon, the region's highest peak, during the final approach into Douala.
While both sides offer views of the dense Congo Basin, the Right Side provides a superior angle of the Congo River upon departure and the breathtaking geological formations of the Great Rift Valley and Omo Valley during the descent into Ethiopia.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic meeting of the two closest capital cities in the world, followed by the lush, intricate waterways of the Okavango Delta.