Travel
We know many of you will be travelling a long way to celebrate with us, and we’re so grateful you’re making the journey!
We’ll keep this page updated as plans come together, so do check back closer to the wedding. For where you’ll be staying, head to Accommodation.
Getting here at a glance
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About 50 mins
Flight
$400 to $600
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5 to 6 hrs
Private 4x4
Shared between 6
$135 to $180
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5 to 6 hrs
Shuttle van
Shared between 4 to 6
$95 to $110
Early estimates in US dollars, per person, return. Not final prices. Luggage space in the shuttle vans is still to be confirmed.
By air stop
The easiest way to reach us is a short flight from Wilson Airport in Nairobi to the Maasai Mara.
Most international flights land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), a 30 to 40 minute drive from Wilson. Passport control at JKIA can be slow, so allow plenty of time between flights.
Our nearest airstrip is Ngerende, about 20 minutes from Naretoi by road. We will arrange transfers from the airstrip to your accommodation.
Safari planes are small, so the luggage allowance is strict: usually 15kg per person plus a small piece of hand luggage, and soft-sided bags are preferred. Please check with your airline.
By road stop
The drive from Nairobi takes approximately 5 to 6 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
It takes you through the Great Rift Valley, with the final stretch along some rather bumpy bush roads! For a coffee, a loo break and a top-up of fuel, we’d recommend the petrol station with Artcaffé in Narok.
We’ve mapped out the route for you. One section shows as a footpath, but it’s a public dirt road you can drive, which is why the route is split into sections.
View the route map (opens in a new tab)
[TBC: shuttle services to choose from]
Before you travel stop
Please check Kenya’s entry requirements for your passport. The latest information is on the official Kenya eTA website (opens in a new tab).
We also recommend checking with your doctor about vaccinations and malaria prevention, and making sure you have suitable travel insurance.
What to pack stop
September in the Mara is warm and sunny, with cooler mornings and evenings. Alongside your wedding outfits, we’d recommend packing:
Warm layers for the evenings stop Sun protection stop Insect repellent stop Sun hat stop Swimwear