Magical Kenya Flying Safari – Key Details & Itinerary

Experience the ultimate 5-day Magical Kenya Flying Safari. Explore Samburu & Masai Mara by air, spot the Big Five, enjoy luxury lodges, guided game drives, and optional hot-air balloon rides.
Magical Kenya Flying Safari: 5-Day Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Nairobi → Samburu National Reserve (by air)

- Pickup from Nairobi hotel at 8:00 AM and transfer to Wilson Airport
- Flight from Nairobi to Samburu (~10:00–11:00 AM)
- Transfer to lodge/camp and check-in
- Afternoon game drive to see Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, Beisa oryx, and other northern speciality species
- Dinner & overnight in Samburu
Day 2: Full Day in Samburu National Reserve



- Early morning sunrise game drive
- Return to lodge/camp for lunch
- Relax in the afternoon (camp amenities)
- Evening game drive until sunset
- Dinner & overnight in Samburu
Day 3: Samburu → Masai Mara (by air)
- Early breakfast and check-out
- Transfer to Samburu airstrip with en-route game viewing
- Flight to Nairobi (~11:00 AM), then connect to Masai Mara (~2:00 PM)
- On arrival: transfer to lodge/camp, check-in, and late lunch
- Evening game drive in Masai Mara until sunset
- Dinner & overnight in Masai Mara
Day 4: Full Day in Masai Mara


- Breakfast at lodge/camp
- Full-day game drive with packed picnic lunch
- Spot the Big Five: elephants, lions, rhinos, buffalo, leopards
- Wildlife viewing around Mara River (seasonal, during migration)
- Dinner & overnight in Masai Mara
Day 5: Masai Mara → Nairobi (by air)
- Early sunrise game drive
- Optional Maasai village visit (USD 20 per person)
- Flight from Masai Mara to Nairobi (~2:00 PM)
- On arrival at Wilson Airport, Mission Tour & Travel representative transfers you to hotel or drop-off point
What’s Included
- Park fees (Samburu & Masai Mara)
- Open-roof Land Cruiser for game drives with professional driver/guide
- Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during safari
- 4 nights’ accommodation at camps/lodges
- Domestic flights (Nairobi → Samburu; Samburu → Nairobi → Masai Mara; Mara → Nairobi)
- Airport / airstrip transfers
- Unlimited bottled water in safari vehicle
What’s Not Included
- Optional Maasai village visit – USD 20 per person
- Tips for driver/guide
- Personal items (souvenirs, insurance, visas, drinks)
- Possible increases in park fees or government taxes
- Hot-air balloon rides – USD 505 adult / USD 380 child (under 12)
- Baggage allowance for flights: strictly 15 kg per person
Child Policy
- 0–2 years: Free
- 3–12 years: 50% of adult rate (sharing room) or 75% (own room)
- 12+ years: adult rate
Important to Note
- Private safari: vehicle and guide are exclusive to your group
- Domestic flights have a 15 kg baggage limit, so pack light
- Itinerary is subject to availability; lodge substitutions or schedule adjustments may occur
- Recommended to consult Mission Tour & Travel travel checklist (packing, vaccines, insurance, tipping guide, visa info)
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