Kenya · Safari

5 Days Nairobi & Maasai Mara Fly In Safari

5 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Nairobi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Fly from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara for a 5-day safari adventure
  • 02 Explore both the Maasai Mara main reserve and the Mara Triangle
  • 03 Look for the Big 5 on full-day game drives
  • 04 Visit the Mara River to see hippos, crocodiles, and migration routes
  • 05 Chance to witness the Wildebeest Migration in season
  • 06 Enjoy picnic lunches with views across the plains
  • 07 Take part in a Maasai cultural tour
  • 08 Optional hot air balloon ride over the Mara River

Experience the drama and beauty of Kenya’s Maasai Mara on this 5-day fly-in safari from Nairobi. With time in both the main reserve and the Mara Triangle, this itinerary is designed to maximise your chances of spotting the Big 5 and, in season, witnessing the Wildebeest Migration along the banks of the Mara River.

Enjoy game drives across the plains, picnic lunches in the reserve, and evenings back at camp to relax after a day in the bush. The journey also includes a Maasai cultural visit, with the option to add a hot air balloon ride for a memorable view over the Mara.

Experience the drama and beauty of Kenya’s Maasai Mara on this 5-day fly-in safari from Nairobi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly To Maasai Mara

Arrive at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, where our representative will be waiting to receive you. After a short brief, connect to your local flight to the Maasai Mara. OR Pick up from Your Nairobi Residence and Transfer to Wilson Airport.  On arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in with an en-route game drive. Spend the rest of the evening relaxing and enjoying the hotel facilities. Optional evening game drive.  Dinner and overnight at your camp.

2
Day 02

Full Day Game Drive at The Main Reserve

Today we will spend the day on a full-day game drive looking for the Big 5 and other rare wildlife species not previously seen. We will head to the Mara River for a Walking tour of the river to see the hippo and crocodile families as well as the migration routes. Picnic lunch will be served at the river or at the picnic spots with great views of the plains. Take time at the riverfront for a chance to witness the Wildebeest Migration.  Head back to the camp while making stops to view animals not previously seen. Spend the evening relaxing and later enjoy a Bush Dinner / Sundowner.

3
Day 03

Full Day Game Drive at The Mara Triangle & Main Reserve

Morning after breakfast head to the Mara Triangle Area for Half Day of Game Viewing. Proceed to The Banks of the Mara for Picnic Lunch. Proceed with afternoon Game Drive in the Main Reserve. Search for the Big 5 and during the high season track the migration. 

4
Day 04

Hot Air Balloon Ride & Masai Cultural Tour

Begin this day with an optional Hot Air Balloon ride over the Mara River and get a rare chance to see the Wildebeest Migration from the skies. Later, head back to the river to see the animals cross or relax in your lodge. Evening, take part in a Maasai Cultural Tour and learn about the Community’s Way of Life. Dinner and overnight at your camp.

5
Day 05

Morning Game Drive & Fly To Nairobi

Enjoy the morning on a game-viewing drive or relax at the camp. Later, transfer to the airstrip for a local flight to Nairobi. Connect to your flight back home or continue with your safari.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Nairobi. 2 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation:

  • 4 Nights Stay at the Fairmont Mara Safari Club.
  • Meals on Full Board (Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast) per night.

Activities & Extra Meals:

  • Professional English – Speaking Guide.
  • Bottled water in the Jeep & Room.
  • Return Airport Transfers.
  • 2 Game Viewing Drives per day.
  • Maasai Cultural Visit.
  • Return Airstrip Transfers.
  • A Complimentary Sundowner (hot & cold canapes only).
  • Lunch on the Last Day.

Transport:

  • Transport in a 4*4 Safari Jeep.
  • Return Local Flights.

What's Not Included

  • Conservancy, Community & Park Fees
  • Single room supplement.
  • Festive Supplement
  • Anything not mentioned.

Know before you go

  • Wildlife are abundant in the parks throughout the year.
  • Migration happens from July to September.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Nairobi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Nairobi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Nairobi..

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