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Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Passengers will see the expansive patchwork of the Canterbury Plains as they climb, with the dramatic snow-capped Southern Alps dominating the western horizon.
Passengers will see the expansive patchwork of the Canterbury Plains as they climb, with the dramatic snow-capped Southern Alps dominating the western horizon.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic scenery in New Zealand, including the highest peaks of the Southern Alps and the massive glacial systems of the Main Divide.
The left side provides a superior panoramic view of the Southern Alps' main divide, stretching south toward the highest peaks of New Zealand, including distant glimpses of the Aoraki/Mount Cook region on clear days.
The left side offers a front-row seat to New Zealand's most dramatic geological wonders, including the Seaward Kaikoura Range and the spectacular volcanoes of the Central Plateau.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Kaikoura Ranges, the intricate Marlborough Sounds, and the iconic, perfectly symmetrical volcanic cone of Mount Taranaki.
The left side provides the most iconic views of the journey, including the highest peaks of the Southern Alps and a stunning coastal approach over the Gold Coast's skyline and beaches.
The right side offers a majestic panorama of the Southern Alps and the rugged interior of the South Island, providing a more dramatic and varied landscape compared to the coastal views on the left.
While both sides offer stunning views of the Southern Alps, the Right Side is the clear winner for the iconic approach into Sydney, providing the best chance to see the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
The left side provides an unparalleled panorama of New Zealand's rugged backbone, including the Southern Alps and the Kaikoura Ranges, followed by the turquoise intricate waterways of the Marlborough Sounds.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic volcanic chain across the Indonesian archipelago and the iconic Singapore city skyline upon arrival.
The Right Side is the winner for this coastal hop, offering unparalleled views of the Kaikoura Peninsula's unique geology and the dramatic turquoise waters where the continental shelf drops away, though the Left Side is essential for those wanting a close-up of Kapiti Island.
The Right Side offers a more dramatic perspective of the Southern Alps' main divide upon departure and typically provides a clearer view of the Melbourne skyline during the final approach.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Seaward Kaikoura Ranges and the intricate waterways of the Marlborough Sounds before descending into the capital.