The descent offers a breathtaking panorama of the tropical Mansinam Island and the coastline, providing a scenic introduction to the capital of West Papua.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the approach into Manokwari, featuring the stunning Cenderawasih Bay and the historic Mansinam Island.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the New Guinea interior, featuring the sprawling Lake Sentani upon takeoff and the towering Arfak Mountains during the descent into Manokwari.
The right side offers spectacular views of the rugged Bird's Head Peninsula interior, dominated by the majestic Arfak Mountains and dense, untouched Papuan rainforest.
The right side offers superior views of the rugged mountainous interior of Seram Island, including the towering Mount Binaiya, and a spectacular approach past the Arfak Mountains into Manokwari.
The right side offers superior views of the massive Bintuni Bay, the towering Arfak Mountains, and a better angle of Mansinam Island during the final approach into Manokwari.