From COO?
Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Passengers on the right side will see the expansive Port of Cotonou and the bustling city center as the plane climbs along the Atlantic coast.
Passengers on the right side will see the expansive Port of Cotonou and the bustling city center as the plane climbs along the Atlantic coast.
While both sides offer stunning views of the Sahara, the right side provides a superior view of Cotonou at takeoff, better desert dune formations over Algeria, and potential distant glimpses of the Alps when crossing into France.
The left side provides a more diverse geographic experience, featuring the intricate Niger Delta, the massive Lagos metropolis, and the potential to spot the towering Mount Cameroon volcanic peak rising above the clouds.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Atlantic coastline of the Bight of Benin, the sprawling Lagos metropolis including Victoria Island, and the iconic confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers near Lokoja.
The right side offers the most diverse scenery, featuring the expansive Lake Nokoué shortly after takeoff, the dense greenery of the W National Park, and a spectacular view of the Niger River winding through the arid landscape upon descent into Niamey.
The right side offers a superior aerial perspective of Cotonou's coastline, the expansive Lake Nokoué, and the dramatic Pendjari escarpments during the mid-flight segment.
The right side offers a superior view of the unique stilt villages on Lake Nokoué immediately after departure and provides a better perspective of the rugged Atakora mountain range and the Niger River's approach into Bamako.