FLY-IN EXPERIENCE
3 DAYS • 2 NIGHTS
Fly-In Mara Classic
The perfect balance of time and experience. Fly directly into the Mara for a complete safari with five game drives, two nights in the bush, and excellent Big Five chances. No road time wasted.
45 Min Flight
Game Drives
2 Nights
Big Five
From $1,450
Depart Wilson Airport, Nairobi
Daily flights: 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM
Land at Mara Airstrip
Flight time: 45 minutes • Scenic aerial views
Why This Safari Works
Maximum Safari Time
Full game drives instead of losing a day to road travel
Two Sunrises
Experience two magical dawn game drives in the Mara
Full Day Exploration
Day 2 is entirely yours to explore the reserve
Better Big Five Odds
Two nights dramatically increases your wildlife sightings
ITINERARY
Your Classic Fly-In Safari
DAY 1
Fly Into the Wild
Board your morning flight at Wilson Airport and watch the landscape transform from Nairobi’s suburbs to the vast golden plains of the Mara. Land on a bush airstrip where your guide awaits. Your safari begins the moment you touch down – the drive to camp is your first game drive.
Activities
- Scenic 45-minute flight to the Mara
- Game drive transfer to camp
- Lunch at your safari camp
- Afternoon game drive (3-4 hours)
- Sundowner drinks in the bush
- Dinner under the African stars
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2
Full Day in the Mara
This is your full day to explore the Mara at leisure. Start with an early morning game drive when predators are most active. After breakfast, choose to relax at camp or venture out again. The afternoon drive focuses on different territories and habitats.
Activities
- Sunrise game drive (6:00 AM)
- Big cat and predator tracking
- Bush breakfast or return to camp
- Optional: Mara River hippo pools
- Afternoon game drive (new areas)
- Golden hour wildlife photography
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
Final Safari and Return
Rise early for your final game drive, making the most of the magical dawn light. This is often when the best sightings happen. Return to camp for a leisurely breakfast before your transfer to the airstrip. Fly back to Nairobi arriving by early afternoon.
Activities
- Sunrise farewell game drive
- Last chance wildlife sightings
- Full breakfast at camp
- Pack and check out
- Transfer to airstrip
- Return flight to Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast
Fly-In vs Road Safari
3-Day Fly-In
- 45 min travel each way
- Full game drives
- Aerial views included
- No road fatigue
- Full day in the bush
3-Day Road Safari
- 5-6 hours travel each way
- Less Game drives
- Long drive on bumpy roads
- Arrive tired
- Half days lost to travel
What's Included
Included in Package
- Return flights Nairobi-Mara-Nairobi
- All airstrip transfers
- 2 nights full board accommodation
- Game drives with expert guide
- Park entrance fees
- Sundowner drinks
- Bottled water throughout
Not Included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
Pricing
Budget
Quality tented camp
$1,950
per person sharing
Mid-Range
Premium lodge/camp
$2,550
per person sharing
BEST VALUE
Luxury
Exclusive luxury camp
$3,450
per person sharing
Single supplement: Add 40% • High season (Jul-Oct): Request Quote • All flights included in pricing
UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Add a Balloon Safari
Make your safari unforgettable with a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Mara. Float silently above the plains as the sun rises, spotting wildlife from a unique perspective. Includes champagne bush breakfast after landing.
+ $500 per person
Book Your Fly-In Safari
Ready for the classic Mara fly-in experience? We’ll check flight availability and send you a complete itinerary within 24 hours.
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