Passengers can expect panoramic views of the sprawling Highveld plateau and the industrial heart of the East Rand as the aircraft climbs over the Gauteng province.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Vaal Dam during the early stage of the flight and provides a more dramatic introduction to the Maloti Mountains as you cross into Lesotho.
The Right Side offers a spectacular view of the transitioning landscapes from the South African Highveld to the lush Mozambican coastline and the turquoise waters of the Mozambique Channel near the arrival.
The right side offers a superior view of the Pretoria skyline and the Union Buildings during the initial climb, followed by the winding Limpopo River and the expansive Shashe Dam on final approach to Francistown.
The right side provides the most iconic landmarks of the Highveld and North West province, including the ancient Magaliesberg mountains and the unique circular geology of Pilanesberg.
The left side offers a superior view of the South African Highveld after takeoff and provides an excellent perspective of the lush Brazilian coastline and the Serra do Mar mountains during the descent into Sao Paulo.
The right side offers a superior view of South Africa's industrial heartland, the meandering Vaal River, and the spectacular pink flamingo colonies at Kamfers Dam during the final descent.
The right side offers superior views of the Witwatersrand urban sprawl, the iconic Vredefort Dome impact site, and the distinctive mining infrastructure of the Free State goldfields.
The right side offers the most consistent views of the dramatic Soutpansberg mountain range, the lush Zambezi Valley transitions, and the expansive layout of Lusaka during the cruise phase.