This stunning itinerary includes six nights in the most exclusive and magnificent camps the Masai Mara has to offer. The Masai Mara is home to Africa's Big Five - lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo & elephant - as well as large resident populations of hyena, giraffe, several species of antelope, and of course for four months of the year, the Great Wildebeest Migration.
For your first three nights your will step back in time staying in the vintage luxury of Cottar's 1920's Safari Camp, offering marquee tents, antique furnishings and liveried staff. The luxury rooms all face out onto a valley filled with wildlife. The Camp has its own 6,000 acre private conservancy, one kilometre from the Masai Mara game reserve, providing easy access for day and night game drives to the Masai Mara game reserve and the conservancy, game walks, and cultural interactions with the Masai community.
Following a wonderful stay at Cottar's end with three nights at spectacular opened Angama Mara. The name is taken from the Swahili for 'suspended in air'. With endless views across the plains guests really feel as if they have a birds eye view of the plains and what's going on below. The elegant rooms offer guests every comfort you'd expect from a luxury lodge. Experience balloon safaris, game drives, walks and even the chance to enjoy a picnic on the same spot where Meryl Streep and Robert Redford filmed scenes from the iconic film 'Out of Africa'.
The prices in our itineraries are intended to guide you towards a potential budget for your holiday.
The cost of your tailored holiday will be dependent on what accommodation and airline class you select, the season you travel in, the airline used, any discounts applied or additional private extras you require.
Our journey specialists understand that you will be searching for a quality holiday at the best price and as we are always looking to establish loyalty to Mahlatini, we will be happy to compare any cheaper options you may have obtained. Do be aware, however, of any hidden extras and that you are indeed comparing like for like whilst also receiving the same quality service and financial protection.
Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Nairobi International
Upon arrival at Nairobi International Airport you will be met by a member of the Mahlatini team who will transfer you by road to Wilson Airport. Upon arrival you will be assisted onto a light aircraft flight bound for Cottar's 1920's Safari Camp in the Masai Mara.
Today you will be met by your private driver who will transfer you by road to Angama Mara.
Today you will be transferred back to the airstrip for your onward flight via light aircraft to Wilson Airport. Here you will be met and transferred by road to Nairobi International Airport where you will connect with your onward flight home.
Arrive at JFK