Taking an aerial flight into the Masai Mara offers a unique perspective of Kenya’s landscape while giving you more time to explore the park and enjoy your chosen accommodation.
This three-day safari allows you to immerse yourself in one of Africa’s most diverse habitats, where you’ll have the opportunity to encounter the “Big Five”:
Along with experiencing the rich culture of the Maasai people, whose deep connection to the land spans generations. A visit to one of their villages is an unforgettable highlight.
Upon arrival at the reserve, your dedicated Kenyan tour guide will greet you at the airstrip. With a private vehicle at your disposal, you’ll have full control over how your game drives are scheduled and how your days unfold.
Accommodation Options:
andBeyondKichwa Tembo Tented Camp
Sprawled along the Saparingo River at the edge of the Oloololo escarpment, where riverine forest meets expansive plains in the seasonal route of the remarkable Great Migration, the camp offers an authentic experience of African wildlife, complemented by the legendary hospitality of Kenya.
andBeyond Bateleur Camp
Nestled within the forest at the base of the picturesque Oloololo escarpment—the rim of the Great Rift Valley—in Kenya’s renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, Bateleur Camp exudes classic elegance.
Angama Mara
While many safari lodges offer beautiful views, the vistas at Angama Mara are truly exceptional. Perched high on the Oloololo Escarpment, the camp overlooks the breathtaking Mara plains below. Angama Mara provides unparalleled luxury, featuring stylish glass-fronted safari tents and exceptional hospitality.
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Mara Serena Safari Lodge offers the perfect setting for visitors looking to combine safari adventure with a village hotel ambiance. As the largest safari property in the region, it draws inspiration from local mud-hut villages. Guests can enjoy hotel luxuries, including a swimming pool and bar, all while immersed in the natural beauty of the surroundings.
Sanctuary Olonana
Sanctuary Olonanais an exclusive retreat where families and couples can escape the outside world. Featuring a swimming pool and glass-sided suites for optimal game viewing, Olonana provides an immersive safari experience, allowing guests to unwind far from the stresses of everyday life.
Itinerary
Whether you’re staying in a hotel, residence, or arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, we’ll pick you up in time for your flight to the Masai Mara from Wilson Airport. Enjoy the scenic flight as the ancient landscapes, believed to be the cradle of human evolution, unfold beneath you.
Upon arrival at the Masai Mara airstrip, your driver will transfer you to your accommodation just in time for lunch. This is your moment to relax and take in the stunning surroundings. Once settled, embark on your first game drive—an exciting opportunity to spot some of the Big Five and start familiarizing yourself with the vast Masai Mara grasslands.
After returning to your camp or lodge, enjoy dinner before unwinding for the evening. Many accommodations offer viewing terraces or private rooms, perfect for observing the park’s nocturnal wildlife.
While your flight into the Masai Mara provided breathtaking views, you can elevate the experience with a hot air balloon ride for an additional cost. Drift over the plains at sunrise, witnessing the dawn from above, followed by a luxurious bubbly bush breakfast with scenic views of the lush landscapes.
Continue your day with game drives, either spending the full day exploring the reserve with a picnic lunch or returning to the lodge for a midday break before another exciting drive. You also have the unique opportunity to visit a Maasai village. For an additional $20, enjoy traditional dancing, tour the village, and step inside a local home for an intimate cultural experience.
Throughout the day, you'll have the chance to see the Big Five along with many more, as you explore the vast wilderness.
After a thrilling day of wildlife encounters, return to your camp or lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Dawn on the Masai Mara is a magical time, as the wildlife stirs from its nightly rest or returns to shelter. Today, you’ll have the chance to experience the serene dawn chorus across the plains, a truly unforgettable moment.
After soaking in the morning light, you'll return to your accommodation for a leisurely breakfast and check out. Your final drive through the park to the airstrip may offer one last chance to spot the majestic creatures of the Mara.
Upon arrival at the airstrip, board your flight back to Nairobi. Once in the capital, we will collect you from the airport and transfer you to your hotel, residence, or to JKIA for your flight back home or to further destinations.
