FLY-IN EXPERIENCE
2 DAYS • 1 NIGHT
Fly-In Mara Express
Short on time but want the full Mara experience? Fly directly into the heart of the reserve in just 45 minutes. Maximize your safari time with three game drives and wake up to the African wilderness.
45 Min Flight
Game Drives
1 Night
Big Five
From $950
Depart Wilson Airport, Nairobi
Morning flights: 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM
Land at Mara Airstrip
Flight time: 45 minutes • Scenic aerial views
Why Fly In?
Save 10+ Hours
45-min flight vs 5-6 hour drive each way
Aerial Views
Stunning views of the Rift Valley and Mara from above
Perfect for Business
Ideal for travelers with limited time in Kenya
Skip the Drive
More comfort, less fatigue, more safari time
ITINERARY
Your Express Safari
DAY 1
Fly to the Mara
Catch your morning flight from Wilson Airport in Nairobi. In just 45 minutes, you’ll land on a bush airstrip in the heart of the Maasai Mara. Your guide meets you on the tarmac and your safari begins immediately – no waiting, no long drives.
Activities
- Scenic 45-minute flight to the Mara
- Airstrip pickup and game drive to camp
- Lunch at your safari camp
- Afternoon game drive (3-4 hours)
- Sundowner drinks at scenic spot
- Dinner under the stars
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2
Morning Safari and Return
Wake to the sounds of the African bush. After an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active, return to camp for a full breakfast. You can relax before transferring to the airstrip for your return flight to Nairobi, arriving by early afternoon.
Activities
- Sunrise game drive (6:00 AM)
- Big cat and wildlife tracking
- Full breakfast at camp
- Leisure time or short walk
- Transfer to airstrip
- Flight back to Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast
Schedule
Day 1
07:30 – Depart Wilson Airport
08:15 – Land at Mara airstrip
08:30 – Game drive to camp
12:00 – Lunch at camp
15:30 – Afternoon game drive
18:30 – Sundowner drinks
19:30 – Dinner at camp
08:15 – Land at Mara airstrip
08:30 – Game drive to camp
12:00 – Lunch at camp
15:30 – Afternoon game drive
18:30 – Sundowner drinks
19:30 – Dinner at camp
Day 2
06:00 – Sunrise game drive
09:00 – Return to camp
09:30 – Full breakfast
10:30 – Leisure / pack
11:30 – Transfer to airstrip
12:00 – Depart for Nairobi
12:45 – Arrive Wilson Airport
09:00 – Return to camp
09:30 – Full breakfast
10:30 – Leisure / pack
11:30 – Transfer to airstrip
12:00 – Depart for Nairobi
12:45 – Arrive Wilson Airport
What's Included
Included in Package
- Return flights Nairobi-Mara-Nairobi
- Airstrip transfers
- 1 night accommodation (full board)
- Game drives with expert guide
- Park entrance fees
- Sundowner drinks
- Bottled water
Not Included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
Pricing
Budget
Quality tented camp
$950
per person sharing
Mid-Range
Premium lodge/camp
$1,550
per person sharing
MOST POPULAR
Luxury
Exclusive luxury camp
$2,500
per person sharing
Single supplement: Add 40% • High season (Jul-Oct): Request Quote • Flights included in all packages
This Safari is Perfect For
Business Travelers
In Nairobi for work with a day to spare
Short Layovers
Long connection in Nairobi
Multi-Country Trips
Adding Kenya to a bigger trip
First Timers
Testing if safari is for you
Book Your Fly-In Safari
Ready to experience the Mara without the long drive? Let us arrange your fly-in safari. We’ll confirm flight availability and send you a detailed itinerary within 24 hours.
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