5-Night Kenya Flying Safari: Samburu & Masai Mara
Experience the dramatic landscapes of Samburu and the world-famous Masai Mara, using convenient flights to maximize your safari time and reduce long road transfers. Enjoy luxury camps, thrilling game drives, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi 
Buffalo Springs (Samburu)
Morning transfer from your hotel to Wilson Airport for a scheduled flight to Buffalo Springs Airstrip. On arrival, meet your driver-guide and enjoy a short transfer to Ashnil Samburu Camp, along the Ewaso Nyiro River. Check in, enjoy lunch, then relax before your first afternoon game drive. Explore the unique Samburu wildlife, including reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras, Somali ostriches, and Beisa oryx.
Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp (Full Board)
Day 2: Samburu National Reserve
Begin with an early morning game drive—Samburu’s rugged terrain is home to many endemic species. Return to camp for breakfast and enjoy leisure time or opt for a guided nature walk or cultural visit (extra cost). In the afternoon, head out for another game drive to capture more wildlife photography opportunities and scenic landscapes.
Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp (Full Board)
Day 3: Samburu Masai Mara
After a morning game drive and breakfast, transfer to Buffalo Springs Airstrip for your flight to Ol Kiombo Airstrip in the Masai Mara. On arrival, transfer to Ashnil Mara Camp, enjoying en-route wildlife viewing. In the afternoon, embark on your first Mara game drive—spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and large herds of plains game. From July to October, witness the Great Migration.
Overnight: Ashnil Mara Camp (Full Board)
Day 4: Masai Mara National Reserve
Rise early for a sunrise game drive to catch predators and herbivores in action. Return to camp for breakfast and relax or take optional activities. The afternoon game drive explores more of the Mara’s diverse habitats, offering sightings of elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and giraffes in their natural environment.
Overnight: Ashnil Mara Camp (Full Board)
Day 5: Masai Mara
Spend another full day exploring the Mara on morning and afternoon game drives. Observe wildlife up close and photograph iconic savannah scenes. In the evening, enjoy a memorable sundowner cocktail amidst the Mara’s rolling plains—a perfect way to celebrate your safari experience.
Overnight: Ashnil Mara Camp (Full Board)
Day 6: Masai Mara Nairobi
After breakfast, transfer to Ol Kiombo Airstrip for your flight back to Wilson Airport, Nairobi. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for onward departure. End of safari.
Safari Highlights
- 2 nights in Samburu with endemic species like Grevy’s zebra & reticulated giraffe
- 3 nights in Masai Mara with big cats and plains game
- Morning & afternoon game drives in 4×4 safari vehicles
- Fly-in transfers to maximize wildlife viewing and minimize road travel
- Sundowner cocktail experience in the Masai Mara
- All park and community fees included
Includes
- 2 nights at Ashnil Samburu Camp (Full Board)
- 3 nights at Ashnil Mara Camp (Full Board)
- Domestic flights (Nairobi – Samburu, Samburu – Masai Mara, Masai Mara – Nairobi, taxes included)
- Airstrip & city transfers as per itinerary
- Game drives with English-speaking driver-guide
- Park & community fees for Samburu & Masai Mara
- Sundowner cocktail experience in Masai Mara
Excludes
- International flights (to/from Nairobi)
- Drinks (other than specified)
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural visits, etc.)
Ready for your ultimate Kenya fly-in safari adventure?
Note: Early booking recommended to secure flights and lodge availability.