6 Days 5 Nights Fly In Safari – Nairobi → Amboseli → Masai Mara → Nairobi
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Safari Overview
Route: Nairobi → Amboseli National Park → Masai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Highlights:
Fly into the heart of Kenya’s iconic wildlife landscapes. Begin in Amboseli with its towering views of Mount Kilimanjaro and large elephant herds, then transfer by air to the Mara to explore sweeping savannah plains, abundant game including the legendary “Big Five,” and potentially witness the dramatic migration (in season). With two nights at one park and three nights at the other, you’ll gain a rich and varied safari experience with minimal road travel and maximum time in the wild.
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Tour Plan
Morning (~07:30 AM) – Departure from Nairobi
• Pick‑up from your hotel or residence in Nairobi, followed by transfer to Wilson Airport (or the domestic charter terminal).
• Scenic flight to Amboseli (~45–60 minutes) with aerial views of Kenya’s landscapes and Mt Kilimanjaro.
Late Morning (~10:00 AM) – Arrival & Lunch
• Arrive at the airstrip in Amboseli, meet your safari guide, and transfer to your lodge or tented camp.
• Enjoy lunch and settle in while absorbing the majesty of the surrounding plains and Kili’s silhouette.
Afternoon (~03:00 PM) – Afternoon Game Drive
• Head out on your first game drive: elephants in great numbers, buffalo, giraffes, and a variety of birdlife. Observe as daylight softens over the marshes.
Evening (~06:30 PM) – Return & Leisure
• Return to camp for sundowner drinks and dinner under the stars. Overnight at your lodge/camp in Amboseli.
Early Morning (~06:00 AM) – Sunrise Game Drive
• Rise early and explore the park in the cool morning air. Watch elephants framed by the snow‑capped peak of Kili (weather permitting) and other wildlife emerging from dawn.
Mid‑Day
• Return to lodge for breakfast and some time of rest or optional nature walk/cultural visit to a nearby Maasai village (extra cost).
Afternoon (~03:00 PM) – Afternoon Game Drive
• Dive back into the park’s varied terrain — look for predators, hippos in the water, and enjoy the rich birdlife.
Evening – Dinner & Overnight
• Relax in your lodge/camp, enjoy dinner, and overnight in Amboseli.
Morning (~09:00 AM) – Check‑Out & Flight to Mara
• After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airstrip for your scenic flight from Amboseli to Masai Mara (via or direct, depending on schedule) — saving hours of road travel.
Late Morning (~11:00 AM) – Arrival in Masai Mara & Lunch
• Arrive at the Mara airstrip. Meet your guide and transfer to your lodge or tented camp. Enjoy lunch and take in the surroundings.
Afternoon (~03:30 PM) – First Game Drive in Mara
• Explore the Mara’s iconic savannah: vast herds of zebras and wildebeest, lions, leopards, giraffes — the landscape is alive with motion and possibility.
Evening (~06:30 PM) – Return & Overnight
• Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge/camp in the Masai Mara.
Early Morning (~06:00 AM) – Sunrise Game Drive
• Venture out early when the light is perfect for photography and the animals are active. You may witness a predator hunt or a migration river crossing (season dependent).
Mid‑Day
• Return for breakfast, relax during the heat of the day or enjoy an optional hot‑air balloon ride (extra cost) or Maasai village visit.
Afternoon (~03:00 PM) – Afternoon Game Drive
• Continue your exploration of the Mara: riverbanks, open plains, hidden woodlands — every hour brings something new.
Evening – Dinner & Overnight
• Overnight in the Mara, enjoying the sounds and ambiance of the wild.
Early Morning (~06:00 AM) – Game Drive
• A second full morning to capture wildlife at dawn.
Mid‑Day & Afternoon
• Further game drives, perhaps exploring a different area of the reserve. Enjoy lunch on the move (picnic) or back at camp.
• Afternoon drive continues until sundown.
Evening – Dinner & Overnight
• Last night in the wilderness — soak in the experience, reflections of your journey, and overnight stay.
Morning (~07:00 AM) – Final Game Drive
• One last opportunity for wildlife encounters in the early morning light.
~09:00 AM – Breakfast & Check‑Out
• Return to camp for breakfast, pack up, check out.
Late Morning (~10:30‑11:30 AM) – Flight Back to Nairobi
• Transfer to the Mara airstrip for your charter flight back to Nairobi. Arrival and transfer to your hotel or onward journey.
End of Safari
