Seremara Safaris
3 Days Masai Mara Flying Safari
Explore Masai Mara For an Unforgettable Kenyan Safari Adventure
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 3 days Masai Mara Safari by air and experience one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife reserves in maximum comfort and minimum travel time. This Masai Mara flying safari departs from Nairobi and takes you straight into the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve, giving you more time on game drives and less time on the road.
Over three days, enjoy scheduled morning and afternoon game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle, searching for the Big Five, big cats, and large herds of plains game that make Masai Mara one of Africa’s top Kenya safari tour destinations. You will stay in a comfortable lodge or luxury tented camp, with full-board accommodation and stunning views over the savannah included in our Masai Mara safari packages.
This 3 days Masai Mara Safari is ideal for travelers seeking a short but immersive Masai Mara tour, whether as a stand‑alone fly-in safari or as part of a longer Kenya safari itinerary. It’s a perfect choice for couples, families, and photographers looking for a well-organized Masai Mara flying package with flights, park fees, transfers, and guided game drives all taken care of from Nairobi.
3 Days Masai Mara Safari Itinerary
Your 3 days Masai Mara Safari begins with a pick‑up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by a professional Seremara Safaris driver‑guide for a transfer to Wilson Airport. From here, you board a scenic 45‑minute Masai Mara flying safari over the Great Rift Valley to Olkiombo Airstrip, enjoying breathtaking aerial views of Kenya’s landscapes.
On arrival, you are met by your Maasai guide and transferred in a customized 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a game drive en route to your camp in the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most legendary Kenya safari tour destinations. Along the way you may spot the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino—together with plains game that make the Mara world‑famous. During the Masai Mara Migration Safari season (July–October), this area comes alive with the dramatic movement of thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing from the Serengeti into the Masai Mara.
Arrive at camp in time for lunch and check into your tent overlooking the Talek River, where sweeping views of the surrounding plains showcase why this region is central to many Masai Mara safari packages. After some time to relax, join your Maasai guide for a gentle walk around camp to learn about the camp’s responsible tourism initiatives and conservation work. At around 4:00 p.m., cross the private suspension bridge and head out for your afternoon game drive across the golden savannahs of the Masai Mara, searching for predators, elephants, giraffes, and more. As the sun sets, enjoy a classic sundowner under an acacia tree before returning to camp for dinner, followed by storytelling around the campfire with your Maasai hosts.
Rise early for a hot drink before heading out on a dawn game drive, when predators are most active and the light is perfect for photography. The Masai Mara is a place of constant drama and color, and this full day on safari allows you to truly immerse yourself in one of Kenya’s finest Masai Mara safari packages. Watch herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes grazing across the plains, and keep an eye out for big cats such as lions and cheetahs on the hunt.
Stop in a scenic spot overlooking the Mara plains for a bush picnic breakfast, then continue your Masai Mara flying safari adventure with more wildlife viewing. Return to camp in time to visit the community beadwork workshop, where Maasai women create beautiful handmade items; you can purchase unique souvenirs that directly support local livelihoods. Later, walk through the camp’s tree planting area, now home to numerous bird species, and choose to plant a tree as your personal contribution to conservation.
After lunch, take a guided walk to nearby Talek town or community projects supported through your Kenya safari tour, gaining insights into Maasai culture and everyday life. In the late afternoon, depart for another game drive, this time focusing on spotting elusive predators as they prepare for their evening activities. As dusk falls, return to camp for dinner and relax under a sky filled with stars, listening to the sounds of the African night.
Enjoy an optional early morning game drive to capture your final wildlife encounters in the Masai Mara before returning to camp for breakfast. After breakfast, pack your belongings and bid farewell to your Maasai hosts, then transfer to the airstrip with a short game drive en route, rounding off your 3 days Masai Mara Safari experience.
Board your scheduled flight back to Nairobi, arriving in the early afternoon. On arrival, you will be transferred to your Nairobi hotel or to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable Masai Mara flying safari and Kenyan holiday with Seremara Safaris.
Tour Activities
- Guided Game Drives into Masai Mara National Reserve
- Visit to Maasai Cultural Village
- Hot Air Balloon Safari over Masai Mara
Duration
3 days
Group Size
10 people
Ages
18+ yrs
Languages
English
What's included in the 3 Days Masai Mara Safari
- Return scheduled flights Nairobi (Wilson) – Masai Mara – Nairobi on a Masai Mara flying safari
- Return airstrip transfers in Masai Mara with game drive en route on arrival and departure.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner) in a Masai Mara camp or lodge as per selected Masai Mara safari packages.
- Shared or exclusive 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with pop‑up roof for game drives during the 3 days Masai Mara Safari.
- Services of a professional English‑speaking driver‑guide / Maasai guide
- Bottled drinking water in the safari vehicle during game drives
What's Excluded in the 3 Days Masai Mara Safari
- Masai Mara National Reserve park entry / conservation fees (payable separately unless specified in your Masai Mara safari packages).
- Optional activities such as hot‑air balloon safari, Maasai village visit, extra nature walks, or added excursions during your Masai Mara Migration Safari
- Visa fees, international flights, and any required travel insurance for your Kenya safari tour.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, spa treatments, and shopping.
- Drinks not included in the camp’s meal plan (e.g., sodas, alcoholic beverages, premium coffees).
- Tips and gratuities for driver‑guides, camp staff, and porters.
- Any services, meals, or extras not mentioned as included in the confirmed 3 days Masai Mara Safari itinerary.
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