Where do you fly into for Masai Mara?
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
The nearest international airport to Masai Mara is the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, a flying distance of one hour.
How long is the flight from Nairobi to Masai Mara?
between 45 and 60 minutes
The favoured route for a Masai Mara fly-in safari is by flying from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL). From here it is a short (between 45 and 60 minutes) flight to the Mara. For this reason, flying into the Masai Mara is our recommended mode of travel.
How do you get to Masai Mara Kenya?
Flight to Mara Flying is the quickest way to get to Mara. There are daily flights to the Mara from Wilson Airport provided by companies such as SafariLink and Air Kenya. A flight to Mara takes around 45 minutes. On arrival, the aircraft will land on an airstrip nearest to your camp.
How much is flight from Nairobi to Maasai Mara?
Nairobi to Masai Mara Flight Price
| Cheapest return ticket price | US$367 Nairobi(WIL) ⇒ Masai Mara(MDR) |
|---|---|
| Cheapest direct flight price | US$267 Nairobi(WIL) ⇒ Masai Mara(KTJ) |
| Peak season for travel | October US$200 |
| Off-season for travel | June US$114 |
Does Masai Mara have an airport?
Location. Mara Serena Airport (IATA: MRE, ICAO: HKMS) is located in Masai Mara, in Narok County, in southwestern Kenya, close to the border with Tanzania. Mara Serena Airport lies approximately 225 kilometres (140 mi) southwest of Nairobi International Airport, Kenya’s largest civilian airport.
How do you get to Masai Mara from India?
The quickest way to reach Masai Mara, Kenya from India is by taking a direct flight from Mumbai to Nairobi. There are daily flights departing from Mumbai, India, in the morning and arriving in Nairobi, Kenya by 11 am. This gives you enough time to head straight for your safari.
What is the best time to go to Masai Mara?
The long cool-dry season from July to October is considered by most to be the best time of year to visit Masai Mara but also costliest season too. The absence of rain means that the flora is less dense, so animals are easier to observe. Additionally, insect levels, including mosquitoes, are lower during the dry season.
Is Masai Mara in Nairobi?
The Masai Mara is located 270km/167mi northwest of Nairobi. The road is notoriously bad and the driving time is about five hours. Most people fly to the park. It is also possible to drive from Lake Nakuru NP.
Is Masai Mara open for Indian tourists?
The African nation of Kenya, known for its almost-incomparable safari experiences at Maasai Mara, has reopened its borders to travellers from India. The temporary ban on passenger flights from India was lifted after being suspended from May 2021 when the spike in COVID-19 cases caused a panic.