Air Kenya is the most convenient way to travel to and from remote areas of interior Kenya and especially for entering and exploring the various Game Reserves.   Road travel is possible however expect uneven road conditions, frequent traffic, construction etc.   Air Kenya flies mostly twin engine props: Dehavilland Twin Otters although they utilize about three different size aircraft depending on number of passengers.  They will fly by the way with even as few as two passengers booked.   You may purchase your ticket in advance very easily on line via the Air Kenya Website or you may even ask your Hotel Concierge to arrange this for you.    Please note the following helpful hints when flying on Air Kenya:  The planes generally have a capacity of about 18-20 passengers, there is a limit of 15 kg per person for checked baggage; you cannot bring any large or heavy suitcases; I highly suggest soft duffle bags.  You can bring onboard one backpack of small flight bag. There are no flight attendants nor bathrooms on board.   You must be at the airport 20 minutes prior to departure.  You do no have to worry about any security check, airport xray, passport ID etc.  Its a very simple process:  A very friend staff member checks off you name with a pad and pen and then tags your bag and then presents you with a small orange boarding card.   You then proceed to the door of the plane where there is open seating.  The seats are surprisingly comfortable; and the configuration is 1-2.  A bucket of sweet candies are passed by the co-pilot.  The door of the cockpit is open and the captain and co-pilot are quite efficient and friendly.   The flight from Nanyuki to Mara lasted in duration of approximately 1hr; depending on your Hotel there is a second stop on another Mara Reserve Airstrip.  For the Fairmont Mara Safari Club; its the first stop at Mara North.   The Airstrip is a dirt field in the middle of the reserve.

The local hut at the Maasai Mara Airstrip serves as a small duty free shop!   Outside the Hut and especially if you are staying at a high quality luxurious camp such as The Fairmont Masai Mara Safari Club: There will be attendant waiting there for you with cool scented towers and fresh local juices!!

A fleet of Fairmont Masai Mara Club Game Drive Jeeps await to take you to the fenced and very well protected compound of the Hotel.   The drive alone from the airport to the hotel is a mini safari game drive; you literally will see wild game right outside of the air strip area: Zebra, Gazelles, Warthogs, Baboons, among other wildlife.

If you are traveling for any length of time or extensively throughout Kenya; I suggest leaving your large suitcase/luggage in Nairobi at your hotel and then return again there before departure.   Its much better to bring duffle bags or smaller soft sided bags with you while taking the Air Kenya flights.   Remember that if you are connecting in Nairobi; Air Kenya flies to the Wilson Airport and not to the major international airport.    You will find Air Kenya to be safe and reliable and in particular the Dehavilland Twin Otters are quite sturdy and strong; often used during war times for airlifting soldiers and other army equipment etc.