The left side provides the best perspective of the dense urban layout and the historic Rova palace situated on the city's highest hills during the final approach.
The right side is the definitive choice for this route, providing the most iconic view in Africa: the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, alongside the unique red landscapes of Madagascar.
The left side provides an exceptional vantage point for the turquoise waters of the Sainte Marie coastline and the signature terraced rice paddies of the Madagascar highlands during the descent.
The left side provides unparalleled views of the Masoala Peninsula's primary rainforest and the deep blue of the Indian Ocean, offering a dramatic contrast against the red highlands during descent.
The left side provides a spectacular view of Reunion Island's volcanic peaks and the dramatic approach into the mountainous Malagasy highlands.
The Left Side is superior for this long-haul journey, primarily due to the spectacular views of the East African Highlands and the potential to spot iconic landmarks like Mount Kilimanjaro and the Ethiopian Massif during the descent through the continent.
The left side offers spectacular views of Antongil Bay immediately after takeoff, followed by a panoramic perspective of the lush eastern coastline and the dramatic transition into the central highlands.
The left side offers a more dramatic perspective of Madagascar's rugged interior, including the highest mountain peaks and the lush eastern rainforest transition zones as you descend into the high plateau.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Betsiboka River estuary upon departure, showcasing the iconic red silt flowing into the Mozambique Channel, followed by a dramatic transition into the central highlands.
While the right side offers coastal views, the left side provides a superior perspective of the dramatic transition from the jagged Anosy Mountains to the iconic terraced rice paddies and unique red-earth erosion of the Malagasy Highlands.
The right side offers a spectacular approach into Madagascar, featuring the dramatic transition from the turquoise waters of the Mozambique Channel to the unique red-earth topography of the island's interior.
The left side offers a superior view of Reunion Island's dramatic volcanic interior immediately after takeoff and a stunning perspective of the Madagascar coastline and southern rice paddies during the descent into the highlands.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the departure from Mayotte, showcasing the expansive coral reefs and the world-famous turquoise lagoon, followed by the rolling plateaus of Madagascar's central highlands.