Approaching from the ocean, the left side offers panoramic views of the island's rugged northern coastline and the colonial architecture of the capital city.
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic transition of the African continent, featuring the Atlas Mountains, the vast Sahara, and the lush tropical coastlines of West Africa.
The Left Side is generally superior for this route as the flight path typically tracks the West African coastline. This orientation provides better opportunities to see the transition from the Atlantic Ocean to the continental shelf, including potential views of coastal West African nations before the final descent into the Gulf of Guinea.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the iconic Pico Cão Grande and the lush southern coastline of São Tomé island during the descent.