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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side is superior for this long-haul journey, primarily due to the spectacular views of the East African Highlands and the potential to spot iconic landmarks like Mount Kilimanjaro and the Ethiopian Massif during the descent through the continent.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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French Riviera

Stunning coastal views of the Mediterranean coastline and the islands of Corsica or Sardinia shortly after departure.

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Nile Basin

Aerial perspectives of the eastern Sahara and the transition into the fertile green strips of the Nile river system.

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Ethiopian Highlands

Rugged, high-altitude plateaus and deep canyons that define the 'Roof of Africa'.

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Mount Kilimanjaro

Depending on the specific airway, the snow-capped peak of Africa's highest mountain is often visible to the east.

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Indian Ocean Landfall

The dramatic transition from the deep blue Indian Ocean to the turquoise reefs of northern Madagascar.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For the typical overnight schedule, the left side offers a magnificent sunrise over the Indian Ocean. Keep your window shade down during the bright Saharan crossing to keep the cabin cool, but open it as you approach the equator for the Rift Valley views.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Marseille & Calanques

Immediate views of the Old Port and the white limestone cliffs of the Calanques National Park upon takeoff.

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Ahaggar Mountains

Dramatic volcanic peaks and rock formations rising from the Algerian Sahara desert floor.

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Lake Chad

A glimpse of the vital, shrinking water body that serves as a landmark in the Sahel region.

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Congo Basin

The endless green canopy of the world's second-largest rainforest, often dotted with meandering rivers.

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Red Island Interior

The distinctive red-clay soil and terraced rice paddies of the Malagasy central highlands during the final approach.

The right side is excellent for the initial departure from MRS. During the mid-flight, it offers a better view of the sunset if the flight leaves in the late afternoon. As you approach Antananarivo, the right side often provides a clearer view of the 'L'unite' monument and the city's unique hilly topography during the landing pattern.

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Route Information

Distance: 8,152 km (5,065 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 35 min

Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)

Arrival: TNR (-18.7969, 47.478802)

Route Type: International

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