The descent provides a breathtaking panorama of the turquoise Indian Ocean, vibrant coral reefs, and the winding tropical coastline as the aircraft nears the runway.
The left side offers a superior view of the neighboring islands immediately after takeoff and the vibrant Sainte Anne Marine National Park upon the approach into Mahe.
The right side is the preferred choice primarily for the iconic view of Mount Kilimanjaro shortly after takeoff and the superior vistas of the Seychellois turquoise lagoons upon the final approach into Mahe.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Mozambican coastline during the first half of the trip and provides the most iconic views of the Sainte Anne Marine National Park and the turquoise reefs upon arrival in MahΓ©.
The left side offers a more diverse range of landmarks, including the Caspian Sea coastline, the rugged Iranian highlands, and the spectacular artificial islands and skylines of the Persian Gulf.
The right side is generally superior as it offers front-row seats to the iconic Dubai skyline and the Palm Jumeirah shortly after takeoff, followed by a breathtaking view of Mahe's lush granite mountains during the landing approach.
The left side is slightly preferred for this route as it offers spectacular views of the Eastern Alps, the Sinai Peninsula, and a breathtaking sunrise over the Indian Ocean during the morning arrival into the Seychelles.
While both sides offer desert and ocean views, the Right Side is generally superior for the approach into MahΓ©. It provides a stunning panorama of the Seychelles' mountainous interior and the famous beaches of the western coastline as the plane maneuvers for landing.
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the iconic northern islets of Mauritius upon departure and a stunning descent over the Sainte Anne Marine National Park before landing in Mahe.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the southern coastline of Sri Lanka upon departure and the breathtaking turquoise lagoons of the Ste Anne Marine National Park on the final approach to Mahe.