Kenya Flight Safaris
Skip the Drive. Soar Straight Into the Wild.
Scenic bush flights from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu, Laikipia, Tsavo, Lamu & Diani Beach
Less Driving, More Exploring
For travellers who want to maximise every moment in the wild, our Kenya flight safaris are the ultimate way to experience East Africa. Skip the long dusty drives and soar over the Great Rift Valley, landing directly on bush airstrips in the heart of the world's most iconic game reserves. From wheels-up at Nairobi's Wilson Airport to your first Big Five sighting — often under 90 minutes.
With 15 years of expertise arranging fly-in safaris across Kenya, C.A.T.S partners with trusted bush aviation operators and premium lodges to deliver seamless air safari experiences. Whether you want a quick 3-day Amboseli escape beneath Kilimanjaro, a dedicated migration fly-in to the Masai Mara, a family-friendly multi-park air circuit, or the ultimate 8-day grand tour from Samburu to the Indian Ocean — every itinerary is crafted for maximum wildlife, minimum hassle.
Scenic Flights
Every transfer is an aerial safari — Rift Valley, Mount Kenya, Kilimanjaro from above
Save Time
45 min flight vs 5-hour drive to the Mara — more game drives, less road time
Premium Access
Land on private airstrips in exclusive conservancies with limited visitor numbers
Expert Planning
15 years of flight safari expertise with trusted aviation and lodge partners
Premium Fly-In Safari Packages
From short 3-day escapes to the ultimate 8-day grand circuit — every itinerary includes scenic bush flights, expert guides, and immersive day-by-day wildlife experiences.
2 & 3-Day Quick Escapes
Perfect for short stays or add-ons — fly in, experience the wild, fly back to Nairobi by lunch.
3-Day Masai Mara Fly-In Safari | Big Five from the Sky
Maximum Time on Safari
- ✓Avoid the long drive from Nairobi
- ✓Exceptional Big Cat sightings
- ✓Stay in a luxury tented camp
2-Day Amboseli Luxury Fly-In Safari | Kilimanjaro Views
Quick & Premium Getaway
- ✓Scenic flight over the Rift Valley
- ✓Landing directly in Amboseli
- ✓Best views of Kilimanjaro
3-Day Amboseli Fly-In Safari | Elephants & Kilimanjaro
Luxury Air Safari
- ✓Short 45-minute scenic flight from Nairobi
- ✓Spectacular aerial views of Mount Kilimanjaro
- ✓Stay in premium lodges inside the park
2-Day Masai Mara Fly-In Safari | Big Five Quick Escape
Quick Luxury Air Safari
- ✓Aerial views of the Great Rift Valley
- ✓Unlimited game drives in a private 4x4
- ✓Experience the Big Five in the heart of the Mara
3-Day Samburu Fly-In Safari | Rare Wildlife & Game Drives
Fly to Kenya's Wild Northern Frontier
- ✓Fly direct to Samburu — skip the 6-hour drive from Nairobi
- ✓See the 'Special Five' found only in northern Kenya
- ✓Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich
4 & 5-Day Immersive Safaris
Multi-park fly-in itineraries — migration specialists, beach & bush combos, conservation experiences.
4-Day Masai Mara Fly-In Safari | Ultimate Game Drive Getaway
Deep Dive into the Mara
- ✓Spectacular aerial views upon arrival
- ✓Unlimited game drives in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser
- ✓Search for the Big 5 and the Great Migration
5-Day Masai Mara & Amboseli Fly-In Safari | Big Five
Fly Between Kenya's Two Greatest Parks
- ✓Fly between the Masai Mara and Amboseli — no long drives
- ✓Maximum safari time, minimum travel time
- ✓Masai Mara — the Great Migration and Africa's predator capital
4-Day Lamu Beach & Bush Flight Safari | Coast Meets Wild
Safari & Swahili Coast
- ✓Fly from Nairobi to Tsavo East then on to Lamu Island
- ✓Big Five game drives in Tsavo's red-earth wilderness
- ✓UNESCO World Heritage Lamu Old Town exploration
4-Day Laikipia Conservancy Fly-In Safari | Private Wilderness
Exclusive Conservation Safari
- ✓Fly into one of Kenya's most exclusive private conservancies
- ✓Night game drives — see leopards, aardvarks, and bush babies
- ✓Walking safaris guided by Maasai and Samburu trackers
5-Day Masai Mara Migration Fly-In Safari | Great Wildebeest Crossing
Migration Specialist
- ✓45-minute scenic flight to the Masai Mara
- ✓Dedicated migration tracking with expert guides
- ✓Mara River crossing viewpoints — wildebeest vs crocodiles
5-Day Amboseli & Tsavo Fly-In Safari | Kilimanjaro to Red Desert
Twin Park Air Safari
- ✓Scenic flights connecting Nairobi, Amboseli, and Tsavo West
- ✓Kilimanjaro elephant encounters in Amboseli
- ✓Mzima Springs — crystal-clear underwater hippo viewing
6+ Day Grand Circuits
The ultimate Kenya experiences — multiple reserves connected by air for the complete safari journey.
7-Day Samburu & Masai Mara Fly-In Safari | Rare Wildlife
Kenya's Ultimate Fly-In Wildlife Experience
- ✓Fly between Kenya's most contrasting wildlife reserves
- ✓Samburu's Special Five + Masai Mara's Great Migration
- ✓Zero road time — every hour spent on safari, not driving
6-Day Samburu & Masai Mara Grand Fly-In Safari | North to South
Kenya's Greatest Hits by Air
- ✓Three scenic bush flights connecting Kenya's top two reserves
- ✓Samburu Special Five + Masai Mara Big Five — 10 iconic species
- ✓Northern desert wildlife AND southern grassland migration
7-Day Kenya Fly-In Family Safari | Kid-Friendly Bush Adventure
Family Air Safari
- ✓Scenic flights keep kids engaged — no long road transfers
- ✓Junior Ranger programmes with wildlife education activities
- ✓Family-friendly lodges with interconnecting rooms and pools
8-Day Ultimate Kenya Fly-In Safari | Four Parks by Air
The Grand Kenya Air Circuit
- ✓Four scenic bush flights connecting Kenya's premier reserves
- ✓Samburu Special Five, Mara Big Five, Amboseli elephants, Diani Beach
- ✓Hot air balloon, night drives, walking safaris, dhow sunset cruise
Ready to Fly Into the African Wild?
Our safari consultants will tailor the perfect fly-in itinerary for your dates, budget, and wildlife priorities. Every flight safari is customisable — add extra days, combine parks, or upgrade your lodges.