Quick Facts
| Duration | 3 days / 2 nights |
|---|---|
| Style | Private fly-in safari — your own vehicle and guide |
| Vehicle | 4x4 Land Cruiser |
| Flight Time | Approximately 1.5–2 hours, direct from Mombasa or Diani to the Mara |
| Departure Points | Moi International Airport (Mombasa) or Ukunda Airstrip (Diani) |
| Reserve | Masai Mara National Reserve |
| Price From | USD 1,300–2,350 pp (season-dependent, 2–6 people sharing, including flights) |
| Best For | Beach-and-bush travellers extending a Mombasa or Diani holiday, honeymooners, and anyone with limited days who still wants real time in the Mara |
This is a direct fly-in safari from the Kenyan coast to the Masai Mara, no backtracking through Nairobi. Flights depart from Moi International Airport (Mombasa) or Ukunda Airstrip (Diani) and land in the Mara in under two hours, with aerial views over the Rift Valley on the way.
The Masai Mara is Kenya's flagship reserve. It holds all of the Big Five, dense predator populations, and, from July to October, the Great Wildebeest Migration. Coming direct from the coast means you get two full days on the ground without losing a day to road transfers or a Nairobi stopover.
This is a private safari. You get your own driver-guide and your own 4x4 Land Cruiser for the full trip. No shared vans, no joining a group vehicle.
Safari Highlights
- Direct flight from Mombasa or Diani, no Nairobi stopover
- Flight time under 2 hours, with Rift Valley views en route
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser and driver-guide throughout
- One full day plus two partial days of game drives
- All Big Five present, including rhino
- Great Wildebeest Migration potential (July–October)
- Optional hot air balloon safari and Maasai village visit
- Same-day return to your beach holiday on Day 3
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Coast to Masai Mara
Morning pickup from your Mombasa or Diani hotel. Transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight, typically a 7:30–8:00 AM departure. Flight time is roughly 1.5–2 hours, with views of the Rift Valley escarpment en route.
Land at your Mara airstrip and meet your driver-guide. Transfer to camp with a short game drive along the way. Lunch and check-in. Afternoon game drive.
Day 2: Full Day in the Masai Mara
Early morning game drive at first light, when predators are most active. Return to camp for breakfast.
Afternoon game drive with a packed picnic lunch on the plains, or a return to camp for lunch depending on your itinerary preference. Second game drive into early evening.
Optional Add-Ons
A Maasai village visit or hot air balloon ride, both available on request at an additional cost.
Day 3: Masai Mara to Coast
Final early morning game drive. Breakfast at camp.
Transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Mombasa or Diani, landing back on the coast by early afternoon so you can continue your beach holiday the same day.
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Private safari, 4x4 Land Cruiser, based on a mid-range camp. Rates are per person and include return flights, full-board accommodation, park fees, and a private vehicle with driver-guide. Per-person rates drop as group size grows because the vehicle and guide cost is shared.
Season Guide
- Low SeasonApril–June
- High SeasonNovember–March
- Peak SeasonJuly–October, mid-December–early January
Private Fly-In Safari Rates (Per Person)
| Season | 2 People | 4 People | 6 People |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season | $1,650 | $1,450 | $1,300 |
| High Season | $2,050 | $1,800 | $1,650 |
| Peak Season | $2,350 | $2,050 | $1,850 |
What's Included & Excluded
| ✓ | Return scheduled flights, Mombasa/Diani to Masai Mara |
| ✓ | Airport transfers on both ends |
| ✓ | Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with driver-guide for the full safari |
| ✓ | Full-board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner) |
| ✓ | All game drives per itinerary |
| ✓ | Masai Mara National Reserve entry fees |
| ✓ | Bottled water during game drives |
| ✗ | International flights and visa fees |
| ✗ | Travel insurance |
| ✗ | Tips for driver-guide and camp staff |
| ✗ | Alcoholic and premium drinks |
| ✗ | Hot air balloon safari (available on request, extra cost) |
| ✗ | Maasai village visits (available on request, extra cost) |
| ✗ | Laundry and personal purchases |
| ✗ | Conservancy fees if staying in a private conservancy instead of the main reserve |
Getting There
Fly direct from Mombasa (Moi International Airport) or Diani (Ukunda Airstrip) to the Masai Mara. Flights typically depart in the early morning, with flying time of roughly 1.5–2 hours depending on routing and any interim stops at other airstrips, normal for scheduled bush flights in this region.
This route runs daily during the busier travel months and less frequently during the April–May rains, so book early if travelling outside peak season.
Baggage
Baggage allowance is typically 15kg per person, soft-sided bags only. Hard suitcases aren't accepted on light aircraft.
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