At Sir Seretse Khama International in Gaberone: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Gaborone city grid and residential areas, Notwane River and its floodplain, Kgosi Mampuru II Prison complex (visible as a distinct rectangular facility), Gaborone Dam to the south.

When taking off from Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Sir Seretse Khama typically operates with departures to the northeast (runway 03) or southwest (runway 21). A left-side seat offers the best views during northeast departures, revealing the Gaborone urban sprawl and the Notwane River valley to your left as you climb. Southwest departures favor the right side, but northeast is the more common departure direction. Notable sights include: Gaborone city grid and residential areas, Notwane River and its floodplain, Kgosi Mampuru II Prison complex (visible as a distinct rectangular facility), Gaborone Dam to the south.

When landing at Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Sir Seretse Khama International's primary runway (03/21) typically handles landings from the northeast. On approach from that direction, the left side offers views of Gaborone's urban sprawl and the Notwane River valley, while the right side faces open bushveld with minimal distinguishing features. Notable sights include: Gaborone city grid and high-density residential areas, Notwane River and its floodplain, Sir Seretse Khama International Airport runway complex, scattered acacia woodland and semi-arid savanna.

The best window seat at Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Gaberone (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.