PRI (Praslin) window seat guide

At Praslin in Praslin: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Praslin Island (receding beneath left wing), Curieuse Island (small, northeast of Praslin), Aride Island (tiny, north), scattered coral reefs and shallow lagoons visible as turquoise patches in the deeper blue ocean.

When taking off from Praslin (PRI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Runway 15 (the most common departure) heads southeast, so the aircraft climbs toward the Indian Ocean with Praslin Island itself falling away to the left. The right side offers views of the smaller islands and reefs scattered across the Seychelles archipelago as you gain altitude, plus the open ocean horizon. Notable sights include: Praslin Island (receding beneath left wing), Curieuse Island (small, northeast of Praslin), Aride Island (tiny, north), scattered coral reefs and shallow lagoons visible as turquoise patches in the deeper blue ocean.

When landing at Praslin (PRI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 15 (southeast heading) means the aircraft approaches from the northwest, placing the island of Praslin and its distinctive granite peaks on the right side of the cabin. You'll also see the smaller islands of the inner Seychelles archipelago scattered across the Indian Ocean to your right during final approach. Notable sights include: Praslin Island's central granite hills, Curieuse Island (smaller, to the northeast), Aride Island (tiny, northern horizon), St. Pierre islet (small rocky outcrop visible near Praslin's coast).

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