3-Day Masai Mara Big Five Fly-In Safari

This 3-day Masai Mara safari is crafted for travelers who want a seamless and time-efficient wildlife experience without sacrificing quality.
Starting in Nairobi, you’ll take a scenic flight directly to the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve, saving hours on the road and maximizing your time in the wild.
Upon arrival, you’ll dive straight into game drives across the vast savannah, home to some of Africa’s richest wildlife populations.
With shared pop-up roof 4x4 jeep game drives, this group joining safari offers both affordability and exceptional wildlife access.
The Masai Mara is renowned for its Big 5 sightings, dramatic landscapes, and year-round game viewing, making this short safari a powerful and rewarding African adventure.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Travelers seeking a short and high-impact Kenya safari
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Solo travelers and couples looking for a group joining experience
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First-time visitors eager to see the Big 5
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Travelers preferring fly-in safaris over long road transfers
Why This Safari Works
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Fly-in access maximizes safari time and comfort
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Concentrated stay in Masai Mara ensures excellent wildlife sightings
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Shared 4x4 jeep reduces cost while maintaining quality
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Perfect balance of efficiency, comfort, and adventure
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Ideal for travelers with limited time
Tour Highlights
Scenic flight from Nairobi to Masai Mara
Game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
Big 5 wildlife viewing opportunities
Shared pop-up roof 4x4 jeep safari
Expert-guided game drives
Stunning African savannah landscapes
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
Not for single travelers
Single travelers cannot join this group tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Day 1
Nairobi → Masai Mara – Arrival & First Safari
Transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to the Masai Mara.
Enjoy breathtaking views over the Great Rift Valley before landing in the reserve.
Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your midrange camp or lodge for check-in and lunch.
In the afternoon, head out for your first shared game drive.
Explore the vast plains, spotting wildlife such as lions, elephants, zebras, and giraffes as the sun sets over the savannah.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Air transfer Nairobi → Masai Mara (~1 hour) + shared pop-up roof 4x4 game drive
Accommodation
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Day 2
Masai Mara – Full Day Game Drives
Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara on shared game drives.
Morning and afternoon safaris offer the best chances to witness predators in action and large herds grazing across the plains.
You may opt for a full-day game drive with a packed lunch, allowing deeper exploration into different areas of the reserve and maximizing your wildlife encounters.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Shared pop-up roof 4x4 jeep for full-day game drives
Accommodation
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Day 3
Masai Mara → Nairobi – Departure
Start your day with an early morning game drive, one of the best times to spot active wildlife.
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Nairobi.
Arrive back in Nairobi in time for your onward travel or hotel drop-off, marking the end of your safari.
Meals: Breakfast
Transport: Air transfer Masai Mara → Nairobi (~1 hour)
Accommodation
End Of Tour ( No Accommodation )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Price per Person (Solo, Single Supplement) | Price per Person (2 People Sharing) |
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| Mar 1, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026 | ||
| May 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 | ||
| Jul 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026 |
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From the moment we were picked up in Nairobi, our guide was knowledgeable, professional, and went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience possible. The group was a great mix of people, and the shared 4x4 made the journey fun and comfortable. We saw so many animals—the sheer number of wildebeest and zebras was mind-blowing, and we were lucky enough to spot lions, cheetahs, and even a leopard! The accommodation was comfortable and clean, with delicious food and friendly staff. This trip was an exceptional value for money and a truly unforgettable adventure. Highly, highly recommend Benuki Safaris for anyone looking to experience the magic of the Mara!Posted on Peretz BVerified Amazing safari experience with steven Amazing safari experience with Steven Excellent experience overall. Our skilled driver Steven was great, he answered all our questions , made sure he positioned the car with the best angle for us to see and photograph the wild animals, very punctual. 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They gave us the warning that we may not see animals, because it is the wilderness. We live in a wilderness area so understand the warning. However, Steven communicated with other drivers, park officials, rangers and just about anyone that gave us inside information as to where animals were hanging out. In our very first trip to Lake Nakuru we saw Lions, Leopards, White Rhinos, a Python, and so much more. Steven was polite to other drivers but still managed to get us as close as possible to animals. Masai Mara was amazing and Steven knew the area well. We added Elephants, Cheetahs, Hippos, Giraffes, Zebras, Wart Hogs, Monkeys, Baboons, and the list goes on. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip with Steven to all of the parks. Our last day he drove us to the border, where he introduced us to our Tanzanian guide, Pius, and Chef DVD,(Africa Miles) all arranged ahead by Morris.*Note to make sure you have your yellow fever vaccination on a yellow international vaccination card or they will charge you $50 US to have them write it on a card. We argued, unsuccessfully that we did not need the vaccine (same price) but just the card. Still had to pay to enter the country. We switched over our gear and began our camping adventure. Pius and DVD took excellent care of us, going to Northern Serengeti, Lobos. What an incredible campsite we had, and we were very pleasantly surprised by the amazing food prepared by DVD! They both took great care to ensure we enjoyed our experience. Camping was so fun, feeling like we were immersed in the circle of life, but yet oddly safe! We awoke to zebras and buffalo nearby in a field, baboons and vervet monkeys eyeing the cookhouse, and a gorgeous sunrise. We moved to middle Serengeti, Seronera after a few days. Again, so many animals, different landscape, and slightly different adventures but all incredible. One evening there was a hippo blocking access to the men's bathroom, but adjustments were made in camp and we all got along! From there we went to Ngorongoro Crater which was truly an experience unlike the others. Wildebeests, zebras, rhinos, lions etc. Animals as far as the eye could see at one point in the journey. At the very end of our trip Pius took us to a park at Lake Manyara. This was nice scenery, and we saw a few elephants, but a letdown after seeing the amazing parks we had been through. We would recommend skipping Lake Manyara and spending additional time at Ngorongoro crater or heading to Arusha early to explore more of that town. We were escorted to our hotel, and they arranged for a ride to the airport the following day because we had booked a side adventure on our own to Zanzibar. Everyone we came into contact with was professional, friendly, and accommodating.Overall, we had an incredibly fantastic safari with Benuki! Thank you again to Morris, Steven, Pius, DVD and all the other staff that made our trip so memorable. Asante Sana!!!Posted on Explorer52712694830Verified Awesome trip to Nairobi National Park The Benuki Safari team is great! They tailor make your trip according to your requests, giving advice and good suggestions in the process. Very professional, friendly and put you in the Safar mood instantly. Due to limited time we only managed to visit the Nairobi National Park! It was a fantastic excursion! Our guide was awesome! Very knowledgeable, friendly and vibrant.Will definitely use them for our next trip. You should too :)to check out our experience visit Senewas Lens on youtube
