3-Day Luxury Flying Family Safari – Tipilikwani Mara Camp, Masai Mara
This short but unforgettable Kenya flying safari for families is crafted for travelers who want maximum wildlife time with minimum travel hours.
Flying from Nairobi into the heart of the Masai Mara gives you more moments together, watching elephants wander past acacia trees, listening to lions at dusk, and sharing stories around the campfire at Tipilikwani Mara Camp.
It’s a breezy, child-friendly, luxury retreat where comfort meets pure wilderness.
Perfect for families with limited time who still want the full Big 5 safari experience.
✨ Availability is limited, especially for flights and lodges — reach out today to check availability.
✨ If this itinerary isn’t your perfect match, we’ll happily tailor it to your needs.
✨ Add-on experiences can be arranged on request (balloon rides, Maasai village visits, extra nights).
Tour Highlights
Fly directly from Nairobi to the Masai Mara — no long road transfers
Two nights at Tipilikwani Mara Camp, a luxury family-friendly tented camp
Enjoy Big 5 game drives with expert guides
Optional hot-air balloon safari experience
Optional visit to a local Maasai village
Perfect short getaway for families with limited timePerfect short getaway for families with limited time
Seamless pickup/drop-off services in Nairobi
Tour Map
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses tented camps.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Day 1
Nairobi → Masai Mara – Fly Into the Wilderness
We’ll pick your family up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta Airport and transfer you to Wilson Airport for your scenic flight to the Masai Mara.
Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the Rift Valley and rolling savannahs as you descend into one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations.
Your guide will welcome you at the airstrip and take you on a short game drive en route to Tipilikwani Mara Camp.
After check-in and lunch, relax before your afternoon game drive, where lions, giraffes, and elephants roam freely.
Return to camp for dinner and a magical night under the Mara skies.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Flight (approx. 45 min) + game drive transfer
Accommodation
Tipilikwani Mara Camp
Day 2
Masai Mara – Full Day Big 5 Adventure
Today is all about experiencing the Masai Mara at its best.
Begin with an early morning game drive when predators are most active.
Return to camp for breakfast and some downtime, read, rest, or enjoy the serene riverfront setting.
In the afternoon, head out again as the sun paints the savannah gold.
Optional activities include a sunrise hot-air balloon safari or a cultural visit to a Maasai village to learn about their traditions and way of life (extra cost).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Game drives
Accommodation
Tipilikwani Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara → Nairobi – Farewell to the Mara
After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in the wild before checking out.
Your guide will transfer you to the airstrip for your scenic return flight to Nairobi.
On arrival, we’ll meet you at Wilson Airport and transfer you either to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight or to your hotel, ending your luxury family adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
Transport: Game drive transfer + flight (approx. 45 min) + Nairobi transfer
Accommodation
No accommodation (End of tour)
Important to know
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Solo 1 room | 2 people 1 room |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2025 - Dec 23, 2025 | 1,792 | 1,560 |
| Dec 24, 2025 - Jan 3, 2026 | 2,408 | 1,982 |
| Jan 4, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026 | 1,792 | 1,480 |