At Praslin in Praslin: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Curieuse Island (distinctive elongated shape, ~8 km northeast), Aride Island (smaller, rocky), Praslin's northern coastline with Anse Lazio beach, shallow turquoise banks around the islands.

When taking off from Praslin (PRI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Praslin Airport's runway 03/21 typically uses the 03 heading (northeast) for departures. Banking left during climb-out gives you views of the inner Seychelles islands—Curieuse, Aride, and the surrounding shallow banks—while the right side faces open Indian Ocean. The left offers more geographic interest during the critical first 10 minutes of flight. Notable sights include: Curieuse Island (distinctive elongated shape, ~8 km northeast), Aride Island (smaller, rocky), Praslin's northern coastline with Anse Lazio beach, shallow turquoise banks around the islands.

When landing at Praslin (PRI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Praslin Airport's runway 03/21 typically uses runway 03 for landing when winds permit. On approach from the northeast, the left side offers views of the island's interior hills and the distinctive granite peaks that define Praslin's geography. You'll also see the surrounding smaller islands and reef structures that make this approach visually distinctive. Notable sights include: Praslin's central granite hills, Curieuse Island to the northwest, Aride Island further north, coral reef patterns around the island.

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.