The approach offers a breathtaking perspective of the turquoise lagoons and the dramatic silhouette of Moorea island rising from the Pacific Ocean.
The left side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled panorama of the Society Islands. As you fly eastward from Rarotonga, you pass directly by the most iconic atolls and volcanic islands in the South Pacific, including Bora Bora and Moorea, before arriving in Tahiti.
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled 'island hopping' visual experience, showcasing the most iconic volcanic peaks and turquoise lagoons of the Society Islands including Bora Bora, Taha'a, Raiatea, Huahine, and Moorea.
The left side provides an unparalleled panorama of the Society Islands, including direct views of the iconic Bora Bora lagoon, the twin islands of Raiatea and Taha'a, and the dramatic peaks of Moorea before landing.
The right side of the aircraft is superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the dramatic peaks of Moorea and the southern coastline of Huahine before the final approach into Tahiti.
While both sides offer stunning views of the Tuamotu atolls, the right side is superior during the final approach into Papeete, providing an iconic view of the island of Moorea across the channel.
While both sides offer stunning views of remote Polynesian atolls, the right side is preferred for the dramatic approach into Tahiti, featuring the volcanic island of Mehetia and a clear view across the channel to Moorea during descent.
The right side is premier for this route because it offers a spectacular perspective of the island of Moorea during the final approach into Papeete, as well as a likely sighting of the private Tetiaroa Atoll.
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled sequence of Tuamotu atolls including the Fakarava biosphere, followed by a dramatic approach that often showcases the spectacular volcanic peaks of Moorea before landing in Tahiti.
While both sides offer breathtaking views of atolls, the Right Side is the clear winner for the iconic approach into Tahiti, offering a prime view of Moorea's jagged peaks and the Papeete lagoon.
The right side is superior for this route primarily for the iconic approach into Papeete, offering world-class views of Moorea and the jagged peaks of central Tahiti Nui.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the breathtaking jagged peaks of Moorea and the vibrant turquoise lagoons that define French Polynesia's beauty.
The Right Side is significantly better for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the iconic silhouette of Moorea during the final descent into Papeete, as well as the best views of Tikehau's turquoise lagoon shortly after takeoff.