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Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Passengers will see a dramatic contrast between the arid Western Desert plateau and the vibrant green agriculture of the Nile Valley.
Passengers will see a dramatic contrast between the arid Western Desert plateau and the vibrant green agriculture of the Nile Valley.
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular view of the Nile Valley's lush greenery immediately after takeoff, followed by the crystalline coral reefs of the Red Sea and a stunning coastal approach into Jeddah.
The left side offers a superior view of the Nile River's lush green belt immediately after takeoff, followed by the most vibrant coral reef patterns while crossing the Red Sea and better lighting for photography on daytime flights.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Red Sea crossing, the rugged Hijaz mountain range in Saudi Arabia, and a potentially iconic view of the UAE coastline and Dubai skyline during the final descent into Sharjah.
The left side of the aircraft offers an iconic perspective of the Nile River's edge and the transition to the Western Desert, but its primary advantage is the exceptional view of the Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur pyramids during the approach into Cairo.
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Sinai Peninsula's mountain ranges and the double-gulf crossing of the Suez and Aqaba.