Quick Facts
| Duration | 4 days / 3 nights |
|---|---|
| Style | Private fly-in safari — your own vehicle and guide |
| Vehicle | 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof |
| Flight Time | Approximately 1.5–3 hours, Mombasa/Diani to the Masai Mara |
| Reserve | Masai Mara National Reserve |
| Price From | USD 1,390–2,450 pp (season-dependent, 2–6 people sharing, including flights) |
| Best For | Coast-based travellers with limited time, honeymooners adding a bush leg to a beach holiday, and anyone wanting maximum game-viewing time without losing a day to road travel |
Skip the 8–10 hour road transfer. Fly direct from Mombasa or Diani to the Masai Mara in under 2 hours and start your game drives the same day.
This is a 4-day, 3-night private fly-in safari from the Kenya coast to the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya's top wildlife destination and home to the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration.
Beyond The Plains Safaris runs this safari as a private trip only. No group tours, no shared safari vans. You get a dedicated 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof and your own driver-guide for the full duration, whether you're travelling as a couple or a family of six.
Safari Highlights
- Flight time under 2 hours direct, versus 8–10 hours by road
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, your own driver-guide throughout
- Big Five game drives in one of Africa's top wildlife destinations
- Mara River crossing spot, prime for the Great Migration (July–October)
- Afternoon conservancy drive for lower vehicle density and closer sightings
- Optional sunrise hot-air balloon safari with bush breakfast
- Optional guided Maasai village visit
- Itinerary is flexible — extra nights and conservancy stays available
- Can extend to Tanzania's Serengeti or Ngorongoro on request
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Mombasa to Masai Mara
Early pickup from your hotel in Mombasa, Diani, Nyali, or Bamburi. Transfer to Moi International Airport or Ukunda Airstrip for your morning flight. Flight time is roughly 1.5 to 2 hours direct, or up to 3 hours if routed through Nairobi's Wilson Airport in low season.
Arrive at your Mara airstrip by late morning. Your driver-guide meets you and drives you to camp, with a game drive en route. Lunch, check-in, rest, then an afternoon game drive.
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drives
Morning game drive at first light, when predators are most active. Return to camp for breakfast and lunch.
Afternoon game drive into the late evening. Dinner and overnight at camp.
Optional Add-Ons
A sunrise hot-air balloon safari over the plains, followed by a bush breakfast, at an additional cost.
Day 3: Mara River and Conservancy Drive
Morning drive toward the Mara River, a prime spot for wildebeest and zebra crossings during migration season, July to October.
Afternoon drive covers a different section of the reserve or a nearby conservancy for lower vehicle density and closer sightings.
Optional Add-Ons
A guided Maasai village visit, at an additional cost.
Day 4: Final Game Drive and Flight Back
Early game drive before breakfast and checkout.
Transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Mombasa or Diani, landing by early afternoon. Drop-off at your coastal hotel.
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Private safari only. All rates are per person sharing, in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with your own driver-guide. No shared vehicles, no group departures. Rates vary by season and group size — larger groups reduce the per-person cost of flights and vehicle hire.
Season Guide
- Low SeasonMid-April to end May, November
- High SeasonJanuary to mid-April, June, October to 19 December
- Peak SeasonJuly to September migration period, 20 December to 5 January
Private Fly-In Safari Rates (Per Person, Including Flights)
| Season | 2 People | 4 People | 6 People |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season | $1,650 pp | $1,480 pp | $1,390 pp |
| High Season | $1,950 pp | $1,750 pp | $1,640 pp |
| Peak Season | $2,450 pp | $2,190 pp | $2,050 pp |
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- Return flights, Mombasa or Diani to Masai Mara
- All road transfers by private 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Private driver-guide for the full trip
- 3 nights' accommodation, full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Game drives per the itinerary, private vehicle
- Masai Mara National Reserve park entry fees
- Bottled water during game drives
- Airport and airstrip meet-and-greet
Excluded
- International flights and Kenya eTA
- Travel and medical evacuation insurance
- Hot air balloon safari (available as an add-on, roughly $450–550 per person)
- Maasai village visit fee (roughly $20–25 per person)
- Tips for driver-guide and camp staff
- Alcoholic drinks, laundry, and other personal expenses
- Visa fees, if applicable
Getting There
Direct route: Mombasa Air Safari operates scheduled flights from Moi International Airport and Ukunda Airstrip direct to Mara airstrips (Keekorok, Ol Kiombo, Musiara, Serena), with one or two stops along the way. Total time is around 2 to 3 hours. This route runs most reliably in high and peak season.
Connecting route: In low season, when direct flights are less frequent, you fly from Mombasa to Nairobi's Wilson Airport, then connect to a Mara-bound flight on Safarilink or AirKenya. Total time including the layover is around 2.5 to 3 hours.
Road transfer from mainland Mombasa to Diani now runs via the Dongo Kundu Bypass, cutting transfer time to 30–45 minutes. If your flight departs early from Ukunda, an overnight stay in Diani the night before is recommended.
Baggage
Baggage limit on light aircraft is 15kg per person, combined carry-on and checked, in soft-sided bags. Hard suitcases are not accepted.
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