4 Days Karen Blixen Camp Fly-in Safari
This 4-day luxury Kenya safari combines a stay at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages in Nairobi with two nights at Karen Blixen Camp in Mara North Conservancy. The camp is set on the banks of the Mara River, facing the Oloololo Escarpment, with elephants, giraffes, zebras, impalas and hippos frequently visible near the camp.
The package includes return Nairobi airport transfers, return scheduled flights to the Masai Mara, full-board accommodation, unlimited shared game drives, one night game drive, one bush breakfast, a guided eco walk, return Mara airstrip transfers and selected beverages.
Estimated prices range from USD 1,600 to USD 2,500 per person sharing. Solo traveller prices range from USD 1,900 to USD 3,000, depending on the season. Mara North Conservancy fees are excluded.
The Nairobi stay may be booked before or after the safari. Travellers should advise their preferred arrangement when requesting a quotation.
Luxury Kenya Fly-in Safari
4 Days Karen Blixen Camp Safari – Nairobi and Mara North Conservancy
Experience the romance of a classic Kenyan safari with the comfort and luxury of today. This four-day fly-in package combines a stay at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages in Nairobi with an unforgettable safari at Karen Blixen Camp in the exclusive Mara North Conservancy.
Karen Blixen Camp is beautifully positioned on the banks of the Mara River, with the Oloololo Escarpment in front and the open Mara plains behind. Elephants, giraffes, zebras and impalas regularly approach the river to drink, while a large pod of hippos can often be seen resting in the water.
The Nairobi accommodation may be arranged before or after the Masai Mara safari. Travellers must advise their preferred arrangement when requesting a quotation.
Safari Overview
- Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
- Destinations: Nairobi and Mara North Conservancy
- Nairobi accommodation: Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages
- Safari accommodation: Karen Blixen Camp
- Safari transport: Return scheduled flights from Nairobi
- Flight duration: Approximately 45 minutes each way
- Alternative road journey: Approximately 5 to 6 hours from Nairobi
- Safari style: Luxury fly-in safari with shared game drives
- Recommended minimum stay at camp: 3 nights
This four-day itinerary includes two nights at Karen Blixen Camp. Guests who would like more time for wildlife viewing and camp activities are encouraged to extend the safari to five days or longer, allowing a minimum three-night stay at the camp.
Day 1 – Arrival in Nairobi
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be welcomed by a Cruzeiro Safaris representative and transferred to Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages in Nairobi's peaceful Karen suburb.
The property has only 13 cottages surrounded by mature gardens and is ideal for a relaxing pre-safari or post-safari stay. It is located approximately five minutes from the Karen Blixen Museum and within easy reach of the Giraffe Centre and other popular Karen attractions.
Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the cottages, enjoy a meal at the restaurant or request an optional Nairobi excursion.
Optional Nairobi Activities
- Karen Blixen Museum
- Giraffe Centre
- Kazuri Beads workshop and shop
- Local craft and souvenir shopping
- Lunch or dinner at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages
Meal plan: As confirmed in your personalized quotation
Day 2 – Fly from Nairobi to Mara North Conservancy
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to Mara North Conservancy. The flight from Nairobi takes approximately 45 minutes.
On arrival at the Mara airstrip, you will be welcomed by the Karen Blixen Camp team and transferred to camp. Depending on the arrival time, the transfer may include wildlife viewing along the way.
Karen Blixen Camp is set on the bank of the Mara River in the beautiful Mara North Conservancy. The conservancy forms an important northwestern part of the Masai Mara ecosystem and borders the Masai Mara National Reserve to the south.
The camp features 22 luxurious tents facing the Mara River. Guests can enjoy views of hippos in the river and watch elephants, giraffes, zebras, impalas and other wildlife approaching the water.
After lunch and time to settle into your tent, depart on an afternoon shared game drive in Mara North Conservancy.
The conservancy offers exceptional wildlife viewing in a peaceful wilderness setting, with fewer vehicles than many busier safari areas.
Return to camp for dinner, selected drinks and an evening beside the campfire.
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Camp
Meal plan: Full board
Day 3 – Safari Activities in Mara North Conservancy
Wake up surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness and prepare for a full day of safari experiences in Mara North Conservancy.
Your ground package includes unlimited shared game drives, giving you the flexibility to enjoy morning and afternoon wildlife viewing. Guests may also request an optional full-day game drive.
Wildlife frequently seen in the greater Masai Mara ecosystem includes lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, hyenas and numerous bird species.
Included Camp Experiences
- Morning and afternoon shared game drives
- Optional full-day shared game drive
- One bush breakfast during the stay
- Guided camp eco walk
- Visit to the Cooking School when in session
- Visit to the bead project when in session
- One night game drive within Mara North Conservancy
The night game drive provides an opportunity to experience the conservancy after sunset and observe the atmosphere of the African wilderness at night.
Return to Karen Blixen Camp for dinner and your final night overlooking the Mara River.
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Camp
Meal plan: Full board
Day 4 – Fly from Masai Mara to Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast at camp before your transfer to the Mara airstrip for the scheduled return flight to Nairobi.
On arrival at Wilson Airport, you will be met by a Cruzeiro Safaris representative and transferred to your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Guests who choose to have their Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages stay after the safari will instead be transferred to the property for their overnight stay.
Travellers must advise whether they prefer the Nairobi accommodation before or after the Masai Mara safari when requesting a quotation.
End of safari services.
About Karen Blixen Camp
Karen Blixen Camp offers an authentic safari atmosphere inspired by the early 1920s. Its furnishings and design recreate the character of a classic East African safari while providing the comfort and services expected from a modern luxury camp.
Staying in a tented camp does not mean roughing it. The camp combines a nostalgic safari style with comfortable accommodation, river views, quality dining and professionally guided wildlife experiences.
Camp Highlights
- 22 luxurious tents facing the Mara River
- Views towards the Oloololo Escarpment
- Wildlife frequently visiting the river
- Large resident hippo pod
- Unlimited shared game drives
- Night game drive within the conservancy
- Guided eco walk
- Bush breakfast experience
- Selected beverages included
- Classic 1920s-inspired safari atmosphere
About Mara North Conservancy
Mara North Conservancy protects more than 30,000 hectares of wilderness within the greater Mara-Serengeti ecosystem.
The conservancy was established on 1 January 2009 as a partnership between member safari camps and more than 800 Maasai landowners. It operates as a not-for-profit public company with long-term commitments to wildlife conservation, responsible land management and benefits for local communities.
The conservancy borders the Masai Mara National Reserve and protects an important wildlife habitat and migration corridor within the larger ecosystem.
Eco-Friendly Safari Accommodation
Karen Blixen Camp has been developed with environmental responsibility as an important part of its operations.
- The camp is fully powered by solar energy
- Buildings were constructed using environmentally conscious methods
- Wastewater is processed through a zero-waste sewage system
- Water is biologically purified
- Locally produced products are purchased whenever possible
Responsible Tourism and Community Support
Karen Blixen Camp supports responsible tourism that helps protect wildlife habitat, create employment and contribute positively to the surrounding community.
Community support includes land lease payments, bed-night contributions, employment opportunities, the purchase of locally produced products and educational programmes.
The camp has also supported the development of a hospitality school in cooperation with development partners. Visits to the Cooking School and bead project may be available when the programmes are in session.
Safari Inclusions
- One night's accommodation at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages in Nairobi
- Full-board accommodation at Karen Blixen Camp
- Return scheduled flights between Nairobi and the Masai Mara
- Return airport, hotel and Wilson Airport transfers in Nairobi
- Return airstrip transfers in the Masai Mara
- Unlimited shared game drives each day
- Option to request a full-day shared game drive
- One night game drive within Mara North Conservancy
- One guided camp eco walk
- One bush breakfast during the guests' stay
- Visit to the Cooking School when in session
- Visit to the bead project when in session
- Water, soft drinks, tea and coffee
- Local beers
- House wines
- Selected spirits and vodka
- Assistance from Cruzeiro Safaris Kenya
Safari Exclusions
- Mara North Conservancy fees
- International flights
- Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation, where applicable
- Travel and medical insurance
- Premium wines, champagne and premium alcoholic beverages
- Additional meals and drinks in Nairobi unless confirmed
- Optional Nairobi tours and attraction entrance fees
- Optional activities not listed under the inclusions
- Laundry and personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Any service not specifically listed as included
Mara North Conservancy Fees
Mara North Conservancy fees are not included in the estimated package price and must be added to the final quotation.
- Non-resident adult: USD 150 per person, per night
- Non-resident child: USD 75 per child, per night
The total amount will depend on the number of nights spent in Mara North Conservancy and the ages of the travellers.
Estimated Safari Prices
Prices vary according to the month of travel, seasonal camp rates, scheduled flight availability, room configuration and the number of travellers.
Per Person Sharing
- From approximately USD 1,700 during selected low-season periods
- Up to approximately USD 2,700 during high-demand travel periods
Solo Traveller
- From approximately USD 1,900
- Up to approximately USD 3,000
- A single room supplement applies
Important: These are estimated price ranges and exclude Mara North Conservancy fees. A personalized quotation is required to confirm the final price.
Recommended Length of Stay
Karen Blixen Camp recommends a minimum stay of three nights so guests have enough time to enjoy the wildlife, shared game drives, night game drive, eco walk, bush breakfast and camp experiences.
This four-day package may therefore be extended to five or more days. Additional nights may also be combined with other destinations in Kenya.
Suggested Safari Extensions
- Additional nights at Karen Blixen Camp
- Lake Naivasha
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Amboseli National Park
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Samburu National Reserve
- Diani Beach
- Watamu
- Zanzibar
Climate and What to Pack
The long rains generally occur between mid-April and mid-June, while the short rains usually occur in November. During the green seasons, rain often falls at night, with clearer conditions during parts of the day.
October, January and February are generally among the warmer months. July and August can be cool, particularly in the evening and early morning. Temperatures may range from approximately 15°C to 35°C.
Recommended Clothing and Equipment
- Light, comfortable and informal clothing
- Shorts, T-shirts, dresses and comfortable trousers
- Sandals and comfortable closed walking shoes
- Warm sweater or jacket for early mornings and evenings
- Hat or cap
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Spare batteries or charging equipment
- Additional memory cards
Travellers should consult a qualified healthcare professional before travelling for personalized advice on malaria precautions, vaccinations and other travel health requirements.
Why Choose This Karen Blixen Safari?
- Luxury accommodation on the banks of the Mara River
- Spectacular views of the Oloololo Escarpment and Mara plains
- Wildlife viewing directly from the camp
- Only 22 river-facing luxury tents
- Exclusive location within Mara North Conservancy
- Unlimited shared game drives
- One included night game drive
- One included bush breakfast
- Guided eco walk and community project visits
- Selected beverages included at camp
- Solar-powered and environmentally responsible accommodation
- Community and conservation support
- Fast 45-minute scheduled flight from Nairobi
- Flexible Nairobi stay before or after the safari
Request a Personalized Safari Quote
The final package price will depend on your preferred travel dates, season, room arrangements, scheduled flight availability and the number of travellers.
Please advise whether you would like your stay at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages before or after the Masai Mara safari.
When requesting a quotation, please include:
- Your preferred travel dates
- Number of adults and children
- Ages of any children
- Preferred Nairobi stay before or after the safari
- Number of rooms required
- Any dietary requirements
- Any special occasion or celebration
- Whether you would like to extend the safari
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Luxury Mara North Safari
Fly to Karen Blixen Camp on the Mara River
Enjoy river-facing luxury tents, unlimited shared game drives, a night safari, bush breakfast, guided eco walk and selected drinks in the exclusive Mara North Conservancy. Your Nairobi stay can be arranged before or after the safari.
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