As the aircraft ascends, you will witness a breathtaking panorama of the atoll's turquoise lagoon and the narrow, palm-fringed coral rim against the deep blue ocean.
The left side provides a stunning panoramic view of the internal lagoons and the main village of Takapoto, offering more diverse colors than the open ocean side.
The left side offers a superior view of the neighboring Manihi Atoll during the short transit and provides better lighting conditions by facing away from the direct tropical sun.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the scattered atolls of the Tuamotu Archipelago and the dramatic transition to the high volcanic peaks of Tahiti Nui upon approach.