This five night Laikipia & Masai Mara Best of Both Worlds Fly-In Safari gives you a real experience of the savanna ecosystem of Kenya. After an overnight stay in Nairobi, you spend 2 nights each in these diverse game regions. You fly firstly to Laikipia, where vast private conservancies prioritise conservation, community partnerships and low-impact safari experiences. From here, you travel south to the Masai Mara where predator rich plains and open grasslands are waiting for you!
The safari ends with a flight back to Nairobi. However for a small supplement it is easy to continue to the Kenyan coast for some R&R.
Note on Price: This is the Superior version, however contact us with a price with Moderate safari lodges.
This safari is not operationally between 21 April and 31 May (long rains) and between 1 to 15 Nov (short rains) so no prices are given for this time period.
Is five nights enough to experience both regions?
Yes. With fly-in transfers and well-chosen camps, this itinerary delivers a satisfying and varied safari without feeling rushed.
How does Laikipia differ from the Masai Mara?
Laikipia focuses more on conservation and private land experiences, while the Mara offers classic big-game viewing on open plains.
Can this safari be adapted for families or solo travellers?
Yes. The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted depending on ages, interests and accommodation preferences.
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This morning you will be collected from your Nairobi hotel and transfer to Wilson airport for your schedule Air Kenya flight to Nanyuki. Flight departs Nairobi at 1000hrs and arrives at Nanyuki airstrip at 1035hrs. Upon arrival you will be transferred to the lodge, arriving in time for lunch. Upon arrival, have lunch on the terrace with views of rhino amidst a backdrop of Mount Kenya. After an afternoon siesta, meet your guide for a game drive before dinner.
After breakfast transfer to Nanyuki airstrip for your scheduled Air Kenya flight to the Masai Mara. Flight departs Nanyuki airstrip at 1100hrs and arrives at the Masai Mara at 1200hrs. On arrival you are transferred to the camp for lunch. Following lunch and an afternoon siesta, there is a game drive that returns to the camp as the sun sets.
You also enjoy morning and afternoon game drives on Day 5 as well.
Transfer back to the airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi.
Note: You can also opt to fly onto the Kenya coast for a small supplement.
This is a set tour using specific camps. However many tours can be adapted. Chat to us about your options. It excludes international flights but includes an estimate for all domestic or regional flights within the tour.
Full board, accommodation; soft drinks, beer and house wines; conservation and park fees; game drives in 4x4 vehicles; scheduled flights; airport or airstrip transfers; laundry
EXCLUDESChampagne, luxury wines and spirits; activities not listed; gratuities, accommodation in Nairobi or Arusha.
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