This private 3-day fly-in Maasai Mara balloon safari from Nairobi combines two nights with an included sunrise flight and gourmet champagne bush breakfast on day two. Return flights between Wilson Airport and the Maasai Mara, Nairobi airport transfers, an arrival-afternoon game drive and an afternoon drive after the balloon experience are included. Sundowner drinks also form part of the Mara stay. Day three returns to Nairobi by air without a separate morning game drive. The listed package includes a luxury tented camp and luxury 4×4 game drives. Budget, Mid-Range and Luxury accommodation options and a Land Cruiser 4×4 or Safari Minivan are available through the private quotation. The selected configuration and its price basis are identified before booking; these options do not establish identical prices. Ground game drives and the safari guide are private to your party. Wildlife sightings and specific aerial views are not guaranteed.
Three days and two Mara nights, with return Wilson-Mara flights
Included sunrise balloon flight and gourmet champagne bush breakfast on day two
Arrival-afternoon and day-two afternoon private game drives
Included sundowner drinks during the Mara stay
Luxury tented-camp package, with Budget, Mid-Range and Luxury quotation options
Private Land Cruiser 4x4 or Safari Minivan options
Nairobi airport transfers included
Itinerary
Return flights link Nairobi Wilson and the Maasai Mara for two nights. An arrival-afternoon game drive precedes the included day-two sunrise balloon flight and gourmet champagne bush breakfast, followed by an afternoon drive. Sundowner drinks are included during the Mara stay before the day-three air return.
Day 01 :
Nairobi to Maasai Mara by Air
Your party transfers to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport for the included flight to the Maasai Mara. Your safari guide meets you at the arrival airstrip before the afternoon game drive explores suitable viewing areas around the Mara base. The outing introduces the reserve’s open plains and wildlife habitats, with time to observe resident animals encountered along the route. This first drive begins the two-night Mara stay before the following morning’s balloon experience.
8 hours
Lunch + Dinner
Day 02 :
Balloon Safari and Game Drive
Before dawn, the arranged transfer takes your party to the balloon launch site for the pre-flight briefing and balloon preparation. The included sunrise flight offers an aerial perspective on the Maasai Mara landscape, with wildlife views varying with the flight route and animal movements. The included gourmet champagne bush breakfast follows the landing. After returning to the Mara base for a break, an afternoon game drive continues the wildlife exploration in suitable viewing areas.
12 hours
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 03 :
Maasai Mara to Nairobi by Air
Your party checks out and transfers to the Mara departure airstrip for the included flight back to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. The Nairobi airport transfer completes the listed programme after the return flight. This departure day concludes the two-night fly-in stay without an additional morning game drive. The safari finishes with the agreed Nairobi transfer arrangements.
4 hours
Breakfast
Cost Details
What's Included
Return flights Nairobi (Wilson Airport) to Maasai Mara
Airport transfers in Nairobi
Hot air balloon safari with gourmet champagne bush breakfast (fully included)
All game drives in a luxury 4x4 safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Two nights full board accommodation at a luxury tented camp
All applicable park and reserve entry fees
Sundowner drinks on the savannah
Drinking water during game drives
What's Not Included
International flights
Kenya electronic travel authorisation (eTA) fees, where applicable
Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended)
Optional Maasai village visit
Tips and gratuities for guide and camp staff
Premium wines and spirits beyond house selection
Spa treatments at the camp
Personal expenses such as laundry and souvenirs
Excess baggage charges under the booked airline and ticket allowance
FAQs
What is the baggage allowance for bush flights
Baggage weight, dimensions and camera equipment must fit the allowance on the booked airline and ticket. Extra baggage and hard cases require the carrier's acceptance and may incur separate charges. A single weight allowance does not apply to every flight configuration.
Is the balloon flight included in the package price
Yes. The balloon flight and gourmet champagne bush breakfast on day two are included, together with the return Wilson-Mara flights and the scheduled ground game drives. The booking identifies the actual flight services and participant requirements.
What makes this a luxury escape compared to a standard safari
The listed package includes two nights at a luxury tented camp and luxury 4×4 game drives. Budget, Mid-Range and Luxury accommodation options and a Land Cruiser 4×4 or Safari Minivan are available through the quotation. The actual property, room category, vehicle and price basis are identified for the selected configuration; alternative choices do not establish identical prices.
Can I book this safari for a honeymoon or special occasion
The included balloon experience already provides the gourmet champagne bush breakfast. Separate celebration dinners, room decorations, spa treatments and other occasion extras are not established as included by the safari title. Any additional arrangements are specified and priced separately in the quotation.
What wildlife is typically seen from the balloon
Wildlife viewed from the balloon depends on the flight route and animals' movements. The experience provides an aerial perspective on the Mara landscape, but a particular species, herd, river crossing or predator encounter is not guaranteed.
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Erica Anderson
What an amazing tour: we saw an incredible number and variety of animals and got to learn so much from our fantastic guide Kelvin. He was very knowledgable and patient with us andWhat an amazing tour: we saw an incredible number and variety of animals and got to learn so much from our fantastic guide Kelvin. He was very knowledgable and patient with us and he made our experience unforgettable. Could not have asked for a better introduction to Kenya!…
Laura H
Very knowledgeable and friendly
michael graham
Kelvin met us at the airport, took us to our hotel and then picked us up next morning for a 5 day Safari through the Masai Mara. Brilliant experience! Kelvin is knowledgeable,Kelvin met us at the airport, took us to our hotel and then picked us up next morning for a 5 day Safari through the Masai Mara. Brilliant experience! Kelvin is knowledgeable, patient and great fun. Rustic Nature Tours are well organised and quick to respond from my very first enquiry. You won’t be disappointed.…
Peter M
Great experience! Kelvin is an excellent guide and is full of knowledge. He made sure our 3 experiences were to the max. I highly recommend Rustic Nature Tours and I recommendGreat experience! Kelvin is an excellent guide and is full of knowledge. He made sure our 3 experiences were to the max. I highly recommend Rustic Nature Tours and I recommend asking for Kelvin as your guide.…
Ruth
My husband and I completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking atMy husband and I completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake, three lions slinking past our vehicle as they hunted an impala, a huge crocodile incubating eggs, two white rhinos napping on the side of the road, and so much more. Our guide was happy to provide knowledgeable answers to all of our questions and was amazing at locating wildlife. I absolutely recommend this company.…
Michael G
Rustic Nature Tours were responsive from my very first contact and flexible with what we wanted to do and when. The Safari was excellent and accomodation/food spot on. If someoneRustic Nature Tours were responsive from my very first contact and flexible with what we wanted to do and when. The Safari was excellent and accomodation/food spot on. If someone says they had a better guide than Kelvin, they are making it up! He’s the MAN. We had a blast.…
Fernando Estaragues
It was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was reallyIt was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was really good with a lot of personalized service.The guide was the best one, fully recommended our guide, Kelvin Ndolo, he drive through all the safari to let us catch some good pictures, the service is really good with him, he was a nice person with a lot of experience, telling you about everything in Kenya in general, nice time with him, helping, giving advices, experienced man.He is el chingon!!In general we can say that we wouldn't be in a better tour and guide for the first experience in Kenya!…
Nicole S
We had a wonderful day exploring Nairobi and learning so much about the history of both the city and Kenya. This private tour was great value, offering pick-up directly from ourWe had a wonderful day exploring Nairobi and learning so much about the history of both the city and Kenya. This private tour was great value, offering pick-up directly from our hotel and a comfortable ride to each site.Our driver/guide, Denish, was fantastic! extremely safe, knowledgeable, and always ready to answer any questions we had. Every guide we met at the individual stops was equally kind and full of insights.Highlights of our day included a delicious lunch, visiting local community shops for souvenirs, and especially the museum and Kobe Tough! It was the perfect blend of culture, history, and city highlights. If you have a day in Nairobi, we highly recommend booking this tour!…
Marc-Antoine Ladouceur
I booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted toI booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted to my preferences, at a price that really surprised me, in a good way. My guide was fantastic, not just knowledgeable about wildlife but also about the socialBiophysical environmental, geomorphology and human stories behind the places we visited. Everything just flowed. I couldn’t be happier with the experience and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an authentic Kenyan adventure…
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Just completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake,Just completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake, three lions slinking past our vehicle as they hunted an impala, a huge crocodile incubating eggs, two white rhinos napping on the side of the road, and so much more. Our guide was happy to provide knowledgeable answers to all of our questions and was amazing at locating wildlife. I absolutely recommend this company.…
Katie Richards-Schuster
Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The tripsKelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The trips were completely seamless. We had terrific communication beforehand in preparation for the experiences, and we felt that all aspects were accounted for. Kelvin was absolutely exceptional as a guide. He was very knowledgeable about the animals, the local history, and the elements of the safari experience. His ability to navigate us to exactly the spots where we could see the most, be the closest, and truly experience all that Kenya has to offer.For the first-day experience, we traveled to Amboseli. People in our group really wanted to see elephants. And elephants we saw! Kelvin helped position the Land Cruiser so that we had multiple herds of elephants (including babies) walk in front of the vehicle, less than 10 feet away!! It was a memorable sight. We also saw lions, zebras, wildebeests, birds (of all kinds), giraffes, and so much more. Kelvin has a college degree in wildlife management, and he is both extraordinarily knowledgeable and professional in the trip. He answered our questions, provided information, and helped us experience the wildlife in the safest manner possible. I would definitely recommend taking the Land Cruiser over the Safari van. The roads in the park are bumpy, and the Land Cruiser ensured a safe, comfortable ride while also getting us into the perfect spot to see the animals. After 4 hours or so in the park, we headed to a beautiful lodge to eat. The food and experience at the lodge were wonderful. After that, we did another drive before leaving to head back to Nairobi. A long but unbelievable day!For the second experience, we headed to Nairobi National Park, then the Sheldrick Elephant Trust, Kobe Beads, lunch, and the Giraffe Center. Again, Kelvin was a masterful guide. In the park, he got us close to hippos, rhinos, zebras, giraffes, ostriches, and even a crocodile- among many other animals. He found the perfect spots and maneuvered the vehicle just right (and sometimes even off the beaten path) to make sure we saw the best views of the animals (again, we recommend the Land Cruiser for the best experience!). After talking with others who took different trips to Nairobi National Park, we realized how special our visit was. Many of them didn’t have Kelvin guiding them and, as a result, missed seeing all that we saw. We can’t emphasize enough how amazing Kelvin is. From there, Kelvin got us to the Elephant Sanctuary. He had the tickets already set, so all we needed to do was walk in, and then he got us to the perfect spot where we could be feet away from baby elephants, a baby rhino, and a baby zebra. Truly spectacular! After that, we visited a local bead factory that is a microenterprise supporting local women. We had a tour, learned about the beading process, and then had the opportunity to visit their shop (no hassling or pressure to buy- but we did get some beautiful items!). Then to a hidden garden for lunch at a local restaurant, and then finally to the giraffes. By the time we got to the giraffes, it was very busy, but again, Kelvin worked his magic to get us through the line quickly (we felt like VIPs!) and to the perfect spot to feed them. He clearly knows the staff, as he was able to get us pictures and even additional food to feed the animals. After a long day, he masterfully navigated traffic (which is no joke) to return us to the hotel.All in all, our time in Kenya would not have been the same without Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours. We can’t recommend their tours any higher. You will not be disappointed!!!…
Brianna D
Our amazing guide Faith was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. We started the morning with a trip to Kobe Tough where we saw the bead making process. Then we headed to theOur amazing guide Faith was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. We started the morning with a trip to Kobe Tough where we saw the bead making process. Then we headed to the elephant orphanage where Faith knew the whole system and was able to get us up close spots in the “splash zone.” Next up was the giraffe center where we got up close to hand feed giraffes. Faith knew all of the giraffes by name and personality and even took photos on our camera for us. Afterwards we stopped for traditional Kenyan lunch (at your own expense) and we elected to do the Karen Blixen museum for the entrance fee as well. Since it was just me and my husband, Faith even drove us to the local mall before taking us back to the hotel. Overall it was a day well spent with memories to last a lifetime!…
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