3-Day Masai Mara Migration Fly-In Safari

Masai Mara National Reserve

Rates From $4,565

About This Tour

This 3 Day Fly-In Masai Mara Migration Safari is for people who want to see wildlife without long drives. It is perfect for couples and small groups. The trip moves at a steady pace. It gives you more time to watch animals and less time on the road.

The journey starts with a short flight from Nairobi. You land in the heart of the Masai Mara. You stay at a lodge in the middle of the reserve. This makes it easy to go on game drives. You will see the vast plains and large herds. The trip ends with a flight back to the city.

This safari feels calm and easy. You stay in one place for two nights. You do not need to pack and move every day. The focus is on the nature around you. You can relax and enjoy the views. Everything is planned so you feel supported and safe

Our Community Impact

Johnbow supports the local community through every trip. We pay fees to the Masai Mara Foundation. These funds help the people living near the park. The lodge employs many people from the local area. This provides jobs and training for the community.

Our Sustainability Promise

We choose lodges that care for the earth. This safari utilizes a lodge that effectively manages waste. They also use clean energy. We work with partners who protect the wildlife. Our goal is to preserve the Mara’s beauty for a long time.

Why This Safari Works

This itinerary works because it is simple. You fly directly to the park. This saves many hours of driving. You spend your energy on seeing animals instead. The lodge is situated in an ideal location for the Great Migration. You can see the river crossings easily from here.

The pace is very balanced. You have morning and afternoon game drives. There is plenty of time for rest during the day. You stay at a high-quality lodge. It provides all the comfort you need. This trip is best for people who have limited time but want a full safari experience

Your Trip at a Glance

A snapshot of your entire experience, from key highlights to where you'll stay and what to expect each day.

  • 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • All-Inclusive
  • Big Five Experience
  • Couple
  • Family
  • Fly-In Safari
  • Friends
  • Game Drives
  • Great Migration
  • Hot Air Balloon Safari
  • Luxury Safari
  • Spa & Wellness

Trip Summary

  • Day 1: Flight from Nairobi to Masai Mara
  • Day 2: Full day in the Masai Mara
  • Day 3: Flight from Masai Mara to Nairobi

Destinations

  • Nairobi
  • Masai Mara National Reserve

Where You Stay

  • JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge for 2 nights

Safari Highlights

  • Flying over the Great Rift Valley
  • Seeing the Great Migration herds
  • Staying in a luxury tented lodge
  • Watching the sunrise over the Mara plains
  • Going on shared game drives in open vehicles
  • Having a meal in the middle of the bush
  • Drinking sundowners as the sun sets
  • Learning about birds with expert guides

Featured Destinations

Where You Stay

Route Map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Itinerary Highlights

  • Flying over the scenic Rift Valley

  • Touching down on a bush airstrip

  • Seeing your first wild animals

Itinerary information

The journey begins with a flight from Nairobi. You look down at the green hills and the valley below. You land at the airstrip and a guide meets you. You go on a short drive to the lodge. After lunch you head out for your first game drive. The plains are full of life. You look for elephants and lions in the tall grass. You return to the lodge for a warm dinner under the stars. The camp feels very peaceful at night. You can hear the sounds of the bush while you rest in your tent.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge

Itinerary Highlights

  • Watching the massive wildebeest herds

  • Finding big cats on the hunt

  • Enjoying a peaceful bush breakfast

Itinerary information

Today is about the rhythm of the Mara. You leave early to see the animals wake up. The light is soft and gold. You might see thousands of wildebeest moving together. Your guide knows where the best spots are. You stop for a picnic in the wild. In the afternoon you go out again. You look for leopards hiding in the trees. The day ends with a quiet drink as the sun goes down. You share stories of the animals you saw today. The lodge staff take great care of you.

  • Meals include Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation is at JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge

Itinerary Highlights

  • Taking one last look at the plains

  • Saying goodbye to the Mara team

  • Flying back to the city lights

Itinerary information

You wake up for your last morning in the bush. You can go on a final game drive or walk near the lodge. You enjoy a relaxed breakfast. You watch the birds in the trees one last time. Soon it is time to go to the airstrip. You take a short flight back to Nairobi. You see the city appear on the horizon. The trip ends with many happy memories of the wild. You feel refreshed after your time in the park.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Not included

JohnBow Safari Expert Insight

❝ We think this fly in trip is the best way to see the Mara. It saves you eight hours of driving and gives you more time for wildlife. ❞

~JohnBow Travel Consultant

Rates

Competitive rates for unforgettable experiences

SeasonDate Range2 Guests4 Guests6 Guests
Peak Season1 July – 30 Sept, 2026$4,690$4,620$4,565

Important Rate Notes

  • Rates can change based on the rooms available
  • Single rooms cost extra
  • Child policies are different for every lodge
  • Flights in the bush can change times slightly

What's Included

  • Accommodation for two nights at the lodge
  • All ground transfers in Nairobi and Mara
  • Return airstrip transfers in the Mara
  • Game drives in a 4x4 vehicle
  • All national park fees
  • All meals as listed in the itinerary
  • Select alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
  • Scheduled internal flights from Nairobi

Optional Addons

  • Hot air Balloon safari
  • Visit to a cultural village
  • Spa treatments at the lodge
  • Visit to the rhino sanctuary

What's Not Included

  • International flights to Kenya
  • Premium wines and champagnes
  • Entry visas for Kenya
  • Horseback riding and rhino sanctuary visits

Ready to start planning your Safari? Tell us your travel dates, who you are traveling with, and what matters most to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Masai Mara is great all year and the Migration is best from July to October.
Yes the flights from Nairobi to the Mara are in the price and we help with all connections.
You can stay longer if you wish and we can change the plan to fit your needs.
Children are welcome here and the lodge has many fun activities for young travelers.

See What Our Travellers Have To Say

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Great planning and communication. My trips have been smooth. All expectations met 💯
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Our driver, Patrick, made the experience even more special with his outgoing personality and his knowledge of each park. He always made certain that he positioned his vehicle just right so we could get a perfect photo. He shared a lot about African culture an answered our questions. His keen eye spotted a cheetah from a long distance and we experienced the animal stalk and catch his prey (only to have a hyena steal it from him at the end). The accommodations were excellent at Massai Mara but were a bit too primitive at Amboseli. The large openings between the sleeping area and the bathroom brought way too many bugs into the tent. Wonderful memories of the entire experience!! We hope to come back next year and Patrick will be our choice of guide.
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Wonderful team, very warm, helpful and well coordinated!
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I recently booked my 1st trip with Johnbow Tours and Travel and it was an outstanding experience from the start to finish. The team was professional, well-organised, helpful and incredibly friendly. Transfer to my hotel room and back was handled smoothly allowing us to relax and enjoy our journey. The fact that they allow lipa mdogo mdogo was not overwhelming paying for the package...I can't wait to book again with Johnbow 😊
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Jonbow has offers seamless travel service with a personal touch.
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Safaris de 5 jours depart Nairobi et arrivée à Diani beach Visite des parcs d’amboseli, tsavo ouest et est , t.hills Découverte d une faune magnifique Notre chauffeur Chombo a tout fait pour rechercher les animaux et il était à notre écoute ! Dépaysement total garanti Les hôtels étaient tout confort avec des conditions d’alimentation en eau et électricité précaire ! Nous remercions vraiment Morris et Chombo pour ce magnifique Safari
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Excellent services, the team was friendly, efficient and went above and beyond to meet my need.Their service was prompt and effective. I highly recommend
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We had a two day tour with Johnbow Tours & Travel to Tsavo West. The park itself is not that good to be honest, but we stayed at Salt Lick lodge and that was amazing. The animals are coming so close to the lodge, it is really beautiful to see. The driver Pius was also really nice and he had a lot of knowledge about the animals. I have been in contact with Morris and that was also really pleasant because of the arrangement we had.
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As a team of 12pax..we had an exceptional good experience with the Johnbow team. Well informed and humble team who contributed a lot to an enjoyable trip and creating memories.
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Customer Servive Customer service was great!Communication was timely and effective especially as there were some flight changes.Either way the bookings were perfect, customer service was exceptional and we even got a treat for our anniversary, at no extra costElijah and Sam were very helpful.
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Exceptional Experience with Johnbow Tours and Travel! I had an unforgettable trip to Bali and Thailand, the guides were amazing, the places beautiful and the itinerary on point. Bali has very many temples and beautiful rice terraces, the swings and sunset views unforgettable. thank you Johnbow for the tour.
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Memorable Safari with a Great Team and Guide We had a really good experience with Johnbow Tours during our Kenya safari. Morris, our main point of contact, was communicative and professional throughout. He stayed in touch via WhatsApp both before and during the trip, answering all our questions quickly and clearly, which gave us a lot of confidence going in.The pricing felt fair for what we received, and the Land Cruiser was comfortable, especially considering the long drives. They also provided snacks at the start of the trip upon request, which was thoughtful.Our guide, Paul, was very knowledgeable. He had a sharp eye for spotting animals and shared interesting facts about everything we saw. We had plenty of game drives and were lucky to spot a wide variety of wildlife.The only small issue was around water. We had been told water would be included throughout, but at a couple of the lodges, we were charged for drinking water, tea, or coffee during meals. It wasn’t a big deal, but having clarity on that from the start would’ve been helpful.Overall, it was a smooth and enjoyable safari. The team was dependable, the schedule was well planned, and we felt taken care of from start to finish. I’d absolutely recommend Johnbow to anyone planning a private safari in Kenya.
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A great experience, a must for everyone who reads this Jonbow, our driver who has the same name as the agency, took very good care of us. He was on time for the appointment. Once on the road he was super attentive. In the park he was always the first to spot the game. He gave us very good explanations about all the animals we saw. No effort was too much to make us spot all the game. Super friendly and helpful guy. He operates from Mombasa/Diani Beach. He made sure that our safari will remain unforgettable.
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Dubai tour 2024 was a birthday gift to my son who turned lucky number seven. I writing to thank you for coordinating our trip to UAE, dubai. Everything was perfect; the flight, the hotel was clean and all staff were friendly and professional. Special thanks to Mary Gathua as she was the one who coordinated everything for us.The tour guides were excellent! They made things as easy for us as possible. I really appreciate these and that indicate the quality services that they provide.We had dubai town tour and our guide, Mr. Albert did exceptionally well. We learnt about the origin of UAE and the important features in dubai. We had dhow cruise with dinner, and the dessert safari with dinner.Desert safari was the best of the trip (the driver , Mr . Zaheer was very professional, and the overall experience was thrilling and amazing). The desert safari remains in my priority to do list when I visit dubai next.I would certainly recommend Johnbow Tours and travel to anyone wanting to visit Dubai. Thank you again and look forward to plan our next vacation with you.
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Awesome Best tour company ..travelled to Dubai in Emirates .Booked the best hotel in Dubai..Johnbow staff are friendly and accommodatve I rate them10/10 they're affordable too .
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Superb service Happy New Year! Eunice managed our travel plans superbly, and I’m grateful. Our stay at Pride Inn was delightful; the staff’s service, food, attention, and entertainment made our holiday special and memorable. Thanks again for your excellent services.
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Efficient Eunice of John Bow ,was pretty helpful from getting us a hotel to SGR tickets, and transfers to the hotel.She also called to ensure we arrived safely.I loved the seamless process and especially because we chat on whatsapp mostly. Johnbow tours keep their word! I would choose them again.
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Awesome experience This travel company was very efficient. I engaged them on whatsapp in the morning and by afternoon they had finalised everything including the sgr tickets. Their staff Eunice was readily available even at night because we did night travel. And early morning at 4 am, she called to find out if the driver had picked us. I would recommend them anytime
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It was a time of relaxation and fun. The trip was well planned from Nairobi to Maasai Mara. We had so much fun and took so many photos. We saw lions, cheetahs, elephants and other animals. If we could do it again, we would still chose Johnbow tours and travel.
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