4-Day Masai Mara Fly-in Big Five Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Fly from Nairobi to Masai Mara

You will be picked up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by a representative from Across the Wild Safaris and transferred to Wilson Airport for your scheduled fly-in safari to the Masai Mara. Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of Kenya’s landscapes as you fly into one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserves.

Upon landing at the Mara airstrip, you will be warmly met by your professional Across the Wild Safaris guide, who will escort you on a short game-viewing drive to your camp. Arrive at La Maison Camp in time for lunch and check-in, followed by a brief relaxation.

Later in the afternoon, depart for your first game drive in the Masai Mara, exploring the vast savannahs in search of the Big Five and other abundant wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and predators. As the sun sets, return to camp for dinner and overnight stay, ending your day immersed in the sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

La Maison Royale Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Masai Mara National Reserve

Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Masai Mara, departing with a packed breakfast to maximize wildlife viewing during the most active hours. Accompanied by your professional guide from Across the Wild Safaris, explore the vast savannahs in search of lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, and a wide variety of plains game as the sun rises over the reserve.

Return to your camp later in the morning to relax and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, unwind with tea and snacks at the camp lobby at 3:30pm before heading out for an evening game drive at 4:00pm. This is an excellent time to witness predators on the move and enjoy the golden light across the Mara plains.

After the game drive, return to camp for dinner and overnight stay, reflecting on another unforgettable day in Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

La Maison Royale Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Masai Mara National Reserve

Wake up early for a full day of wildlife exploration in the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s premier safari destinations. After breakfast, depart with a packed lunch and venture deep into the reserve, guided by an experienced Across the Wild Safaris professional. Spend the day tracking the Big Five, including lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo, while also encountering giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and vast herds of plains game.

Game drives take you across the Mara’s open savannahs, riverine forests, and wildlife-rich valleys, offering excellent photography opportunities and unforgettable sightings. You’ll enjoy your packed lunch at a scenic spot within the reserve, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and wildlife activity.

In the late afternoon, continue your game viewing before returning to La Maison Camp in the evening. Relax, freshen up, and enjoy a delicious dinner, followed by an overnight stay amid the peaceful sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

La Maison Royale Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Fly from Masai Mara to Nairobi, Safari Conclusion

After an early breakfast at your camp, enjoy a relaxed morning in the Masai Mara, taking in the final views of the vast savannahs and surrounding wilderness. You will then be transferred to the nearby airstrip for your scheduled domestic flight back to Nairobi.

Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, you will be met and assisted by a representative from Across the Wild Safaris and transferred to your city hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, depending on your onward travel arrangements.

This marks the end of your unforgettable Masai Mara Fly-In Safari, filled with exceptional wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and warm Kenyan hospitality.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.