✈️ Out of Africa Safari – 5 Nights
Step Into the World of Karen Blixen
This 5-night flying safari brings to life the romance and adventure of Out of Africa, combining a stay in Nairobi’s historic Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages with the wild beauty of the Masai Mara’s Karen Blixen Camp.
Begin your journey in leafy Karen, Nairobi, where history and elegance meet. Explore Nairobi’s wildlife and cultural gems before flying into the heart of Mara North Conservancy, where elephants wander along the riverbank and lions hunt on the plains. With luxury accommodation, fine dining, and authentic safari experiences, this journey offers the perfect balance of heritage and wilderness.
Itinerary – Out of Africa Safari (5 Nights)
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages
- Meet & greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
- Private transfer to the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden.
- Relax in the gardens or enjoy dinner at the Garden Restaurant.
- Overnight: Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages (B&B).
Day 2: Explore Nairobi
- Visit the Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, or Karen Blixen Museum.
- Optional Nairobi National Park game drive.
- Evening fine dining at Babette’s Restaurant.
- Overnight: Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages (B&B).
Day 3: Fly Nairobi to Masai Mara – Karen Blixen Camp
- Breakfast, then transfer to Wilson Airport.
- Scheduled flight to Mara North Conservancy (approx. 1 hr).
- Transfer to Karen Blixen Camp.
- Afternoon game drive in Mara North.
- Sundowners by the Mara River.
- Overnight: Karen Blixen Camp (Full Board).
Day 4: Masai Mara Safari
- Morning and afternoon game drives in Mara North Conservancy.
- Optional hot air balloon safari at dawn (extra cost).
- Cultural visit to a Maasai manyatta or beadwork project.
- Bush dinner under the stars.
- Overnight: Karen Blixen Camp.
Day 5: Masai Mara Safari
- Full-day game drive with picnic lunch in the wild.
- Evening relaxation at camp; wellness treatment available.
- Overnight: Karen Blixen Camp.
Day 6: Farewell to the Mara – Fly Back to Nairobi
- Morning game drive.
- Transfer to the airstrip, scheduled flight to Wilson Airport.
- Connect to international departure.
Package Highlights
- 2 nights at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages (Nairobi).
- 3 nights at Karen Blixen Camp (Mara North Conservancy).
- Domestic flights Wilson–Mara–Wilson.
- All Nairobi & Mara airstrip transfers.
- Unlimited shared game drives & 1 night drive in Mara North.
- All-inclusive dining at Karen Blixen Camp (including house wines & local drinks).
Exclusions: Mara North Conservancy fee ($130 per adult per night), optional hot air balloon safari, premium drinks, tips, laundry, travel insurance, international flights.
Out of Africa Safari – Price Per Person (Sharing, 2026)
| Season | Package Price (USD) | Conservancy Fee (USD) | Total per Person |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | $4,021 (after 5% discount) | $390 | $4,411 |
| Shoulder | $4,420 | $390 | $4,810 |
| High | $4,822 | $390 | $5,211 |
| Peak | $5,465 | $390 | $5,856 |
(Prices include Nairobi + Mara accommodation, return domestic flights, meals, transfers. Conservancy fees invoiced separately.)
Why Choose the Out of Africa Safari?
- Walk in Karen Blixen’s footsteps in Nairobi.
- Combine heritage, luxury, and wilderness in one seamless journey.
- Exclusive Mara North Conservancy safari with fewer vehicles and richer sightings.
- Easy domestic flights for comfort and convenience.
- Perfect for honeymooners, first-time safari travelers, or lovers of Out of Africa.
🔗 Explore More Safaris in Kenya
Looking for other luxury safari combinations? Explore our tailor-made packages:
- Saruni Samburu & Saruni Mara – a cultural safari from the rugged north to the Mara.
- Enasoit Camp – exclusive-use luxury lodge in Laikipia.
- Laikipia Wilderness Camp – adventure safaris with walking and river activities.