By air
Light-aircraft transfers into nearby Mara airstrips remain the most seamless arrival. Time saved becomes time on safari.
Oltukai Mara Camp
Getting here
How to get to the Maasai Mara
Most guests reach the Mara by light aircraft from Nairobi, then a short transfer to camp. Share your international arrival times and we will help sequence flights, bags, and your first game drive.
- Light-aircraft access is the usual route
- Soft bags and baggage limits matter
- Reservations help coordinate timings
Travel to Oltukai
The journey is part of the story
Reaching a luxury safari camp in the Maasai Mara should feel intentional: clear options, thoughtful timing, and a soft landing into wilderness.
By road
Scenic overland journeys from Nairobi reward travellers who want the landscape to unfold gradually.
Travel tips
Pack soft layers for cool dawns, neutral colours for game drives, and leave room for unhurried connections.
Journey timeline
- 01
Enquire
Share dates, party size, and the safari mood you want.
- 02
Fly or drive
We help align transfers with your preferred pace and budget.
- 03
Arrive at camp
Settle into canvas luxury with savannah light at the door.
- 04
Into the wild
First game drive when you are ready, never rushed.
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Typical journey
Fly into Nairobi, connect on a scheduled or charter bush flight into the Mara airstrip network, then transfer to Oltukai. Road transfers are possible on some itineraries but take longer. Ask us what fits your dates.
Arrival day tips
Build buffer after international flights. Soft duffels beat hard cases. Confirm baggage allowances with your flight operator, and tell us if you need help sequencing balloon mornings on day two.
This hub gathers the tents, experiences, and journal guides most useful for this travel style. Dive into each link for full detail, then request a quotation.
Recommended tents
From $250
Savannah Tent
A classic luxury safari tent for two at Oltukai Mara Camp with a private deck, savannah views, and refined comfort after Maasai Mara game drives.
From $250
Family Tent
Family luxury tented accommodation in the Maasai Mara, two bedrooms, lounge space, and shared savannah views at Oltukai Mara Camp.
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Guides to read
Planning questions
We advise on timing and can coordinate with your preferred operators as part of trip planning. Confirm details in your quotation conversation.
Reservations
Ready to plan your Mara stay?
Share your dates and interests, and we will confirm availability with a personalised quotation.
Reservations
Begin your Mara chapter
Request a personalised quotation for your stay, for resident and non-resident guests.
Maasai Mara · Kenya