Experience the best of Kenya’s breathtaking landscapes and wildlife on our 8-Day Nairobi to masai mara flight, Nakuru, Amboseli, and Tsavo Safari.
Flight from Nairobi to the Masai Mara is a popular option for travelers seeking a quick and convenient way to reach this renowned safari destination. Here’s a guide to help you with flights between Nairobi and the Masai Mara:
1. Nairobi to Masai Mara Flight Overview
- Flight Duration: Approximately 45 to 60 minutes.
- Airlines: Several airlines operate flights between Nairobi and the Masai Mara, including both scheduled and charter flights.
- Departure Airport: Nairobi’s Wilson Airport (WIL) is the primary airport for flights to the Masai Mara.
- Arrival Airports: There are several airstrips in the Masai Mara, including:
- Olkiombo Airstrip: Serves many lodges in the central and southern parts of the Masai Mara.
- Keekorok Airstrip: Located near the Keekorok Lodge.
- Mara Serena Airstrip: Near the Mara Serena Safari Lodge.
- Ngerende Airstrip: Serving the Ngerende in the Mara camp.
2. Airlines and Operators
- Scheduled Airlines:
- Safarilink Aviation: Offers regular flights between Nairobi and various airstrips in the Masai Mara.
- Air Kenya Express: Provides scheduled flights to multiple Masai Mara airstrips.
- Fly540: Operates flights to the Masai Mara from Nairobi.
- Jambojet: Sometimes provides flights to the Masai Mara during peak seasons.
- Charter Flights:
- Private Charter Operators: Various companies offer private charters, which can be customized to your schedule and destination within the Masai Mara. These are often more flexible but can be more expensive.
3. Booking and Costs
- Booking:
- Online: You can book flights directly through the airlines’ websites or through Panora Tours safaris.
- Costs:
- Scheduled Flights: Prices typically range from $150 to $300 one-way, depending on the airline, season, and how far in advance you book.
- Charter Flights: Prices vary widely based on the aircraft type, distance, and number of passengers. Expect to pay several thousand dollars for a private charter.
4. Tips for Booking
- Book Early: Especially during peak seasons (July to October), flights can fill up quickly, so booking in advance is advisable.
- Confirm Details: Check the details of your flight, including baggage allowances and transfer arrangements to your lodge or camp.
- Coordinate with Your Lodge: Some lodges and camps offer transfer services from the airstrip to their properties, so confirm these arrangements to ensure a smooth connection.
5. Nairobi to Masai Mara flight Experience
- Views: The flight offers stunning aerial views of the Kenyan landscape, including the Great Rift Valley and the Mara’s vast savannahs.
- Check-in: Arrive at Wilson Airport at least 30 minutes before your flight. Note that check-in procedures might be different from international flights.
6. Alternative Transport
- Road Transfers: If you prefer not to fly, you can drive from Nairobi to the Masai Mara. The journey takes around 5 to 6 hours by road and offers a different experience of the Kenyan countryside.
Taking a flight from Nairobi to the Masai Mara is a convenient and time-efficient way to start your safari adventure, offering both comfort and an opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of Kenya’s landscapes.
Itinerary
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel or Airport in the morning drive to Masai Mara through The Great African Rift Valley and Narok Town. You will arrive in time for lunch. check in at CAMP and have lunch. Afternoon game drive through the park in search of the Lion, Cheetah, Elephant, Buffalo and other members of the Big five plus other animals. Dinner and overnight at
MARA SOPA LODGE
Early morning game drive game drive return back to lodge for breakfast. After breakfast Full day spend in the park with packed lunch in search of its popular residents like the well known predators and their opponents like the Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Hippo and the dangerous Crocodiles with a visit to Mara river. Meals and overnight at
MARA SOPA LODGE.
Early breakfast at your camp, after breakfast, Leave Mara for Nakuru arriving in time for lunch and check in at CITYMAX HOTEL have lunch and relax. Later afternoon game drive to see one of the largest ornithological spots, Flamingo, and a variety of wildlife not forgetting the famous white Rhino and black rhino found in this park.
Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru lodge
Early morning breakfast game en-route and leave Lake Nakuru for Amboseli National Park to arrive with a short game drive in time for lunch, check in at the camp have lunch and rest .Afternoon game drive at the park which is famous for its scenery with a backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, which dominates the landscape, and open plains.
Dinner and overnight at KIMANA TENTED CAMP.
Rising early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit, we set off for another extensive game drive. Amboseli is an excellent place to view a multitude of wildlife, including everything from Wildebeest, Giraffes, Baboons. Optional visit to a Masai village is planned after breakfast. Maasai warriors are famously known as the proud nomadic tribe whose legendary prowess in battle and single-handed acts of bravery in fights with the wild animals are known across the world. A visit reveals the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.
Dinner and overnight at the KIMANA TENTED CAMP
Early morning game drives return to your camp for breakfast, after breakfast leave Amboseli for Tsavo West Game en route to the lodge Lodge. Check in and have lunch. In the afternoon, visit the rhino sanctuary and return to the lodge for dinner and overnight at Tsavo West
RHINO WATCH SAFARI LODGE.
Early morning breakfast game en-route with a visit to Mzima Springs later on depart Tsavo West to Tsavo East national pack which is renowned for its large numbers of elephants and the famous man eating lions Game en route to the lodge. Check in and have lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, another game drive at the park later dinner and overnight at the
ZOMENI LIONHILL LODGE.
Early morning breakfast game en-route drive out of the park and head to Nairobi,lunch en-route to arrive in late afternoon.
