Quick Answer

Do not rush the farthest towers first. Start with Lookout Landing, then open practical early coverage such as Hyrule Field, Lindor’s Brow, and Popla Foothills. Delay towers that ask for harsh weather, heat, cold, or enemy camp pressure until your food, armor, and weapons are steadier.

OrderTowerWhy it helpsWatch for
1Lookout LandingStory-guided first tower and map-system unlockFinish the basic setup first
2Hyrule FieldCentral coverage for shrines and stable routesNearby enemy pressure
3Lindor’s BrowConnects toward the Rito / northwest routeCold preparation
4Popla FoothillsOpens useful southern and Faron coverageEntrance puzzle
5Sahasra Slope / Mount LanayruConnects eastern and Zora-side explorationRain can punish climbing
6Gerudo Canyon / Gerudo HighlandsBetter after desert prepTemperature pressure
7Eldin CanyonFire-region routing is easier with preparationFlame protection

Before You Leave

PrepWhy
Stamina mealsClimbing, gliding, and recovery feel safer
Cold / heat mealsPrevents environmental damage from ruining the trip
Arrows and explosive materialsHelps with camps and remote targets
Horse or simple vehicleReduces route friction
Several fast-travel pointsMakes failed attempts less annoying

When To Delay A Tower

SituationBetter move
Enemy pressure is too highMark it and return with better gear
Rain makes climbing painfulChange route or prepare anti-slip tools
Temperature drains healthBring food or armor first
The entrance puzzle is unclearSave it for a focused single-tower guide

After Opening A Tower

Every tower should lead to three quick checks:

  1. Mark nearby shrines from the air.
  2. Look for Depths entrances, caves, wells, and stables.
  3. Land near a shrine or stable so you create another fast-travel anchor.