3-Day Fly-in Maasai Mara Safari with Scenic Flights and Luxury Stay

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic flight from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara, avoiding the long road journey
  • 02 Daily game drives with opportunities to search for the Big Five
  • 03 Stay in a luxury safari lodge or tented camp in the Maasai Mara
  • 04 Spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and hippos
  • 05 Enjoy spectacular African sunsets and sundowners
  • 06 Bush breakfasts or dinners at participating lodges
  • 07 Authentic cultural visit to a Maasai community
  • 08 Excellent photography and birdwatching opportunities

A 3-day luxury fly-in safari to the Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of the most comfortable ways to experience Kenya's premier wildlife destination. Instead of a 5-6 hour drive, you'll take a scenic flight from Nairobi to the Mara, maximizing your time for game viewing and relaxation. This safari is ideal for travelers seeking a premium wildlife experience with minimal travel time and maximum comfort, while enjoying unforgettable views of one of Africa's most iconic safari destinations.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara

  • Transfer from your Nairobi hotel or airport to Wilson Airport.

  • Take a scenic flight of approximately 45-60 minutes to the Maasai Mara.

  • Meet your professional safari guide at the airstrip.

  • Enjoy a game drive en route to your luxury camp or lodge.

  • Welcome drink and check-in.

  • Gourmet lunch.

  • Afternoon game drive from 4:00-6:30 PM.

  • Sundowner experience, depending on the lodge.

  • Dinner and overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari

  • Early morning game drive.

  • Return for breakfast, or enjoy a bush breakfast if arranged.

  • Relax by the pool or spa.

  • Lunch at the lodge.

  • Afternoon game drive.

  • Optional visit to a Maasai village at an additional cost.

  • Bush dinner, available at selected camps.

3
Day 03

Return Flight from the Maasai Mara to Nairobi

  • Optional sunrise game drive.

  • Breakfast.

  • Transfer to the airstrip.

  • Flight back to Nairobi.

  • Transfer to your hotel or the international airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Return scheduled flights (Nairobi-Maasai Mara-Nairobi)

  • Airstrip transfers

  • Luxury accommodation (2 nights)

  • Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

  • Shared game drives in a 4x4 safari vehicle

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide

  • Park entry fees (if specified in the package)

  • Bottled drinking water during game drives

  • Government taxes and VAT (where applicable)

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights to/from Kenya (except the included Mara flights)

  • Visa fees

  • Travel insurance

  • Alcoholic and premium beverages

  • Spa treatments

  • Maasai village visit

  • Hot air balloon safari

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, telephone, etc.)

  • Items not specifically listed under inclusions

What to bring

  • Neutral-colored clothing (khaki, beige, olive)

  • Lightweight shirts and trousers

  • Warm fleece or jacket for early mornings

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Hat or cap

  • Swimsuit (if your lodge has a pool)

  • Passport or identification

  • Camera with extra batteries and memory cards

  • Binoculars

  • Sunglasses

  • Sunscreen (SPF 30+)

  • Insect repellent

  • Personal medications

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Phone charger and power bank

  • Small backpack for game drives

  • Guidebook on African wildlife

  • Notebook

  • Travel adapter (UK Type G plug is commonly used in Kenya)

  • Rain jacket (especially during the rainy seasons)

Know before you go

  • Optional visits to a Maasai village are available at an additional cost.

  • Bush breakfasts or bush dinners are available only if arranged or at selected camps.

  • Park entry fees are included only if specified in the package.

  • Government taxes and VAT apply where applicable.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Your Nairobi hotel or airport
Tour start
Nairobi
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,800.00 — $2,000.00
Double Sharing $1,500.00 — $2,000.00
Triple Sharing $1,300.00 — $1,500.00

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