Overview
There is no better way to witness the majesty of the Masai Mara than from the air. Forget the dusty, long-haul drives; our 3-Day Luxury Flying Safari is designed for the traveler who demands comfort, exclusivity, and proximity to nature.
Touch down in the heart of the savannah, where you’ll trade the noise of the city for the roar of lions and the golden hue of the African sunrise.
Your journey begins at Wilson Airport, Nairobi, where you will board a light aircraft for a scenic flight over the Great Rift Valley. Upon landing at a private airstrip in the Masai Mara, you will be met by your professional guide in a state-of-the-art 4x4 safari vehicle.
Enjoy a leisurely game drive en route to your luxury tented camp. After settling into your lavish accommodation, enjoy a gourmet lunch overlooking the plains. Spend your afternoon on a private game drive, tracking the "Big Five," before returning to camp for sundowners by the fire and a multi-course starlit dinner.
Wake up to the sounds of the wild with early morning coffee on your private deck. The day is yours to explore. We head out for a full day of game viewing, armed with a luxury gourmet picnic hamper. Whether it’s the Great Migration (seasonal) or the resident big cats, your expert guide will navigate through the most secluded pockets of the reserve. Return to camp in the evening for a spa treatment or a relaxing soak in your outdoor copper tub before a final exquisite dinner under the vast Kenyan sky.
n your final morning, we trade the wild animals for the rich heritage of the Masai people. You will be whisked away to a traditional Masai Village. Here, you will engage in an authentic cultural exchange, learning about traditional beadwork, ancient traditions, and the nomadic lifestyle that has defined this land for centuries.
After this insightful visit, you will be driven back to the airstrip. A midday flight returns you to Nairobi, marking the end of your short but unforgettable luxury escape.
The Trip Cost Includes
- Flights: Return light aircraft flights from Nairobi (Wilson) to Masai Mara.
- Accommodation: 2 nights in a 5-star Luxury Tented Camp (all-inclusive).
- Meals: All gourmet meals and premium beverages, including sundowner cocktails.
- Game Drives: Private, unlimited game drives in customized 4x4 safari vehicles with professional KPSGA-certified guides.
- Activities: Masai Village cultural visit and guided bush walks (where permitted).
- Park Fees: All Masai Mara National Reserve entry fees and conservancy taxes.
- Logistics: All airstrip transfers in the bush.
The Trip Cost Excludes
- International Flights: Flights to/from your home country.
- Visas: Kenyan entry visas.
- Insurance: Comprehensive travel and medical insurance (highly recommended).
- Gratuities: Tipping for guides, camp staff, and village elders (at your discretion).
- Personal Expenses: Extra laundry services, spa treatments beyond what is specified, or purchases at gift shops.
- Hot Air Balloon Safari: Available as an optional upgrade (must be pre-booked).
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during off season.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
