Masai Mara Express: 2-Day Flying Safari
A two-day, one-night Masai Mara safari using light-aircraft transfers to fit two full game drives into a short stay.
- Duration
- 2 Days / 1 Night
- From
- From $1,687 per person
- Group size
- 2 – 6 travelers
- Best time
- Year-round; July – October for the migration
The trip, in short
A two-day, one-night Masai Mara safari using light-aircraft transfers to fit two full game drives into a short stay.
Not everyone has a week to spare, and this itinerary is built for exactly that. A morning flight from Nairobi has you on a Masai Mara game drive by lunchtime, with a full afternoon drive to follow and an early start the next morning before the return flight — two solid game drives packed into a single overnight stay.
It works well tagged onto a business trip, a longer regional itinerary, or simply for travelers who want a taste of the Mara without committing several days to it. The camp and guiding are the same standard used on the longer itineraries — it’s the schedule that’s compressed, not the experience.
What makes this one special
- Scenic light-aircraft flight to and from the Mara
- Afternoon and following-morning game drives
- One night in a comfortable tented camp
- Ideal for a short layover or add-on trip
- Experienced resident driver-guides
Your itinerary
Day 1: Fly Nairobi to Masai Mara
Afternoon game drive across the Triangle.
Day 2: Early-Morning Game Drive
Fly back to Nairobi.
What’s included
Included
- Return flights Nairobi–Masai Mara
- All park and conservancy fees
- Full-board accommodation (1 night)
- Professional driver-guide and 4x4 vehicle
- Airstrip transfers
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Kenya-registered tour operator
- Tailor-made, never off-the-shelf
- Local guides, fair wages
- Replies within one working day
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