Approaching travelers will see the sprawling Colombo skyline and the turquoise shoreline transitioning into the lush, palm-fringed landscapes of Katunayake.
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Pidurangala immediately after departure, followed by scenic vistas of the central mountain fringes.
The right side provides an unparalleled view of Sri Lanka's southwestern coastline, featuring historic UNESCO sites, lush wetlands, and vibrant coastal towns.
The right side is generally superior as it faces the Sumatran coastline during the first half of the journey and provides a panoramic view of the Sri Lankan landmass and the Colombo skyline upon arrival.
The right side is the premier choice for this route because it offers a stunning view of Mount Fuji shortly after takeoff from Narita and provides superior views of the Indochinese landmass.
The right side offers the most iconic views of the Maldivian capital, MalΓ©, immediately after takeoff and provides a superior perspective of the Sri Lankan coastline and Colombo skyline upon arrival.
The left side offers a continuous panoramic view of the Indian subcontinent's diverse coastline, ranging from the rugged Indus Delta to the verdant peaks of the Western Ghats.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the high-altitude Hengduan Mountains to the lush river valleys of Myanmar and the Indian Ocean coastline.
The left side offers the most dramatic mountain vistas across Europe and the Middle East, along with a spectacular sunrise over the Indian Ocean during the typical overnight schedule of this route.
The left side provides a spectacular view of the Indian subcontinent's transition into the ocean, featuring the legendary Adam's Bridge (Rama Setu) and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mannar.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for observing the lush Kerala coastline, the sprawling Kochi backwaters, and the dramatic convergence of waters at the southern tip of India before crossing the Gulf of Mannar into Sri Lanka.
The left side is superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the dramatic Western Ghats mountain range and the diverse coastline of India as you travel south toward Sri Lanka.
The left side provides a consistent view of the Indian coastline, the dramatic Western Ghats mountain range, and the lush interior landscapes of Sri Lanka upon approach.