Animals on the Runway - Masai Mara Fly-in Safari Adventure

Join me for an amazing fly-in safari to the Masai Mara National Park in Kenya. I flew on the Safarilink Cessna Grand Caravan from Nairobi Wilson Airport. Within 20 minutes of departure, the landscape and scenery changed dramatically; grass became greener and I spotted a group of elephants while flying low over the national park. It is really Africa bush flying! There are a total of 11 active airstrips in the Masai Mara area. My flight made a stop at Kichwa Tempo to drop off tourists before continuing to Mara Serena where I am staying.
I spotted some Giraffes on landing at the dirt strip airfield as there is no fence at the airport. After landing, I did an amazing safari and spotted the Big 5 animals. The next day, I flew back to Nairobi on the Safarilink Dash-8-100 seated behind the pilots in the cockpit on the milk run.
Thumbnail Photo by Kym Illman: / @kymillman

[@chrisatty]

Sam looking genuinely happy and relaxed. I was born in Kenya during Colonial times, to British parents.learnt to fly at Wilson, became a bush pilot at 19 years, for 2 years, then left and joined Gulf Air in Bahrain, for 30 years. Great fan of your channel, thank you.

[@oliverblank6515]

Kenya is a country blessed by God! I flew many times from Wilson it's an amazing airport especially the east African aviation club

[@martino6205]

Need to go back and fly in the bush again.

[@njoroon8440]

What fond memories!!!!!!!! I can imagine.

[@kevinochieng6458]

Come back and help us build Kenya

[@petersonwambui7313]

Waoh , great for you I would really like meeting you, I'm from Kenya but currently Residing in Bahrain

[@africaninsider]

As a Kenyan, I appreciate game drives and camping over the weekends. I may have seen all these animals like 100 times but every time is different than the last.

[@Mahjongtitan]

..the captain on the dash taught me PPL navigation.. feel so happy to see him after all these years...

[@nostalgio697]

Sam: so where are you from guys. Tribe: we are from Masai Mara. Sam: Are you Masai or Mara? Tribe: We are Masai!! Mara is the land. Sam: ooooh that's why Masai Mara.🤔😇 Tribe:😳😭

[@fm.masesi]

Proud of those Kenyan pilots. Kenya is my land the pride of Africa 🌍

[@brentliosmithii3467]

Kenya is truly a beautiful and serene Country. Safari is always a lifetime experience.

[@esem135]

Everyone needs to visit Kenya 🇰🇪 at least once in their lifetime. The wildlife, award-winning white sandy beaches, beautiful landscapes, semi-desert regions, UNESCO recognized world heritage historical sites, innovative, entrepreneurial and the ever hospital Kenyan people. Karibuni Kenya, the magical land.

[@morganbabu3105]

Everyone needs to visit east Africa once in a lifetime.biblical paradise/eden

[@johnmasungansolezi576]

Not forgetting alshabaab presence

[@Tata-bd9nx]

@@johnmasungansolezi576 Says someone from a Zenophobic, crime infested, rape infested country🤷‍♀🤷‍♀

[@kemetancientafrica]

Stop hating you hater.​@@johnmasungansolezi576

[@AmazingMania]

​@@johnmasungansolezi576that's your problem

[@coolvideos-nu6hg]

The touristic sector of Kenya is well developed. Love from Cameroon

[@TiniAdventures]

The crews of safarilink are the best , top top professionals they showcase what Kenya has to offer topclass professionalism.

[@liebah]

This brought me good memories. I stayed at Kichwa Temba. The best time ever. Everyone needs to experience Masai Mara. I loved it.

[@JS-to3yj]

What a beautiful country! Heading to the MARA in less than a month! Thanks for sharing Sam!!!!

[@afrocentric1674]

Karibu Kenya 🇰🇪

[@moviessallyrac128]

Ur most welcome..trust me you won't be dissapointed infact u'll want to stay here😂

[@hillaryyegon2383]

Jambo, karibu Kenya/welcome to Kenya

[@u-know-this]

Welcome and may u have the best trip ever in Kenya 🇰🇪

[@djatm1319]

Welcome Kenya... We love visiters

[@areyouarobotz]

Did this in 2000, eye opening and forever life changing , highly recommend

[@zenosafaris3832]

Fantastic marketing for tourism in Kenya Sam. We in the tourism industry here truly appreciate what you have done for us. Your videos are truly amazing. Next time stay longer.

[@rahulnayar1]

The lovely Africans have the loveliest smiles 😍

[@chrismwenda]

Our Country Kenya 🇰🇪 is so beautiful 😍!!!

[@09shadowjet]

I really did not expect a Dash 8 being used for bush flying! Now that is damn awesome!

[@cindynimmore]

Same here

[@avlife6258]

They land pretty short 🤷‍♂️

[@zapfanzapfan]

Yeah, those long legs look fragile but I guess they work, unless they hit wildlife...

[@ngashjr]

Embrea are currently testing autonomous air taxis in Nairobi maybe that will be another option in the near future

[@wambuageorgemutua1930]

Lion King got it's inspiration from the Maasai Mara...welcome again Sam, Kenya hakuna matata

[@georgeolwena5530]

Sam, thank you for doing a brilliant job. Well done for highlighting Kenya's exotic wildlife and safari. It's a truly amazing country.

[@a.s.k.bernard4615]

We need more videos like this, Sam. Not just aviation. But some exotic things.

[@aidanconnell4885]

Stayed at that exact hotel in 2019. Reminds me of the flinstones. Would go back to Kenya in a heartbeat

[@thisandthat1523]

Much welcome , Aidan. This time, try pet the calm lions next to the van..😜. They will remember you.

[@gabrielnyambu8287]

i appreciate the captain's briefings, short and clear. Thumbs up, young energetic man.

[@Paula-uz3xn]

Maasai Mara is just so scenic!!You'll never get enough of visiting Kenya when it comes to wildlife

[@CoyoteMTB77]

Sam thank you for these Kenya 🇰🇪 videos. I grew up there and this brought back so many happy nostalgic memories. Absolutely love it ❤❤

[@mosesbuluku5996]

Kenya is a magical place....there's a national park just 15 mins from the capital withe the best view....it should be everyone's bucket list around the world to visit the Mara and other amazing sites in Kenya.

[@BillyPhilipRwoth]

The national park is in the capital

[@mosesbuluku5996]

@@BillyPhilipRwoth exactly the reason why people should visit and have a unique experience

[@vulimu]

National Park is within the capital. The main entrance to the park is less than 15 minutes from the airport. In the early 2000s I'd see giraffes and zebras before the airport exit everyday I was working. Beautiful days those were.

[@lulun3724]

Welcome to my home country, I bet you had an awesome time. Nothing like the Maasai Mara.

[@Meum46]

It’s crazy how chill kenya 🇰🇪 is

[@chriswamai5156]

thank you for marketing kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪 the PRIDE OF AFRICA Sir

[@KIM-xl6zs]

As a kenyan I will say this for a country of our size we have every type of realizable geographical area possible, safari, tropical, snowy, coastal, desert, plus if you want to go to mara, use the road better than flying God lives in kenya

[@sarahmugwanja1270]

The most magical place you can ever find in the 🌎 world.

[@jwwj30]

Thank you Sam for another entertaining & educational video of safari flying in Kenya. Probably most followers enjoyed the airplanes & interviews with the captains, but I liked seeing all the wonderful wildlife up close. Thanks for taking us along on another adventure, can’t wait for your next upload.

[@Vip__honey]

We all just appreciate the content this man and his crew makes its just a masterpiece imagine what's he's gonna doing the future 💛

[@lucas_A_Conway]

SpaceX flight review

[@infiniteflightguy3534]

He is like 42 or 41

[@kiarieexploreske]

As a Kenyan I have to say this is an awesomely good video... Anybody who can make it here has to visit the MARA at least once in their lifetime and especially do the game drive. You will live to remember.. Thank you Chui..

[@seangitari4671]

Thanks for visiting Kenya again Mr Sam. Magical kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪bucket list

[@allanmadoka]

Welcome to Kenya!!! so happy to see local content on your channel, I call Nairobi Home!!!

[@Jus_faith]

Kenya 🇰🇪 is beautiful.

[@Zakfresh]

Waaw indeed Kenya is magical another surprise is a dash 8 landing in the bush beautiful finally if u have not been to Kenya u missing something big

[@Nyamburaonthemove]

Our captain did us proud!!!. Very professional and engaging

[@omaobrian2097]

Thank you for putting Kenya 🇰🇪 on the world map!

[@danwaweru5732]

Beautiful Kenya... Maasai Mara is a must visit!!!

[@timothysamwanda1241]

Let no one ever lie to you.. Africa is Beautiful probably the most beautiful continent on the plant...

[@albertkorir1651]

Wow, I'm proudly Kenyan😊. We look forward to having you here in Kenya again Sam. Bye-bye!

[@themintleaf1778]

I loved this vlog. I have been to Masai Mara on the same flight and had such fun. so lush and green with healthy wild life. No safari like in E. Africa . I was born in E.Africa so safari was part and parcel of my life. I love your Safaris series.

[@waiganjoh.7757]

Our beautiful country ❤ Kenya 🇰🇪 😍

[@u-know-this]

The giraffes are the welcome committee at our Kenyan 🇰🇪 airports... and who said you can't have a Smooth landing every time on gravel. Nice shots Chui. Welcome to your home

[@avisamagamu180]

😂😂😂

[@OverlandKenya.]

Currently working in QATAR but born in Maasai Mara i miss Home🙇🙇🙆

[@GamerZz-yk3mf]

Ulizaliwa na wanyama pori?

[@wattsbee5708]

africa's weather is awesome,also the scenario

[@gauchoaustine8487]

I Love my beautiful Country Kenya 💪👊🇰🇪

[@gilbertagila2555]

WOW THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL.Thank you for visiting again

[@bonifacembugua9588]

Magical Kenya!!! Thank you for visiting the Mara, Sam.

[@themintleaf1778]

Sam, Masai is a tribe and they live in Masai Mara. I thought you knew that. The question you asked them surprised me. They are nomads and you were in their territory. I wish you had gone to visit their huts how they live in Masai Mara. It is fascinating. I have done that.

[@TheXcalculusx]

Your flying skills are tested to the limit as a bush pilot.

[@chuksnwaobasi9386]

Hi Sam, briliant content as usual. I've been waiting for this footage to air. I'm the subscriber that spoke with you at Wilson airport at the begining of your trip.

[@africanvoyagesafaris3834]

Kenya is a true gem.

[@phantillaban1151]

Reminds me,am a Kenyan citizen I have never been there it's high time I start touring my lovely country Kenya.. thanks Sam for visiting our beautiful country.

[@bill1806]

Sam you are living many many peoples ultimate dreams. Good luck to you always😊

[@Drift_Thunder]

I’ve been watching Sam for 5 years now and he is the reason why I’m so interested into planes. Thank you!

[@UrbanSettla]

Perfect...I feel proud as a Kenyan....Leopard is a good name

[@juliusabot7107]

Thank you for showcasing Maasai Mara.Great job Sam

[@lexyalmaki456]

This guy always talking positive points and clarifying where to change...such a good guy welcome again to kenya 🇰🇪

[@sultanmswahilitv4864]

Greetings from Nairobi 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪proudly kenyan

[@ismaville]

who else saw an ox-bow lake. proud of u mama Africa from uganda

[@zapfanzapfan]

I have flown a hot air balloon, now I need to fly a hot air balloon across Masai Mara. That looked spectacular.

[@Tata-bd9nx]

You are Welcome to Maasai Mara🧡🧡 kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5PUdIumotRka6M

[@maikoleten]

Sam you indeed came back for more beautiful Kenya to explore...enjoy the stay and hope for more pleasant experience with the people and all around you..Karibu Sana Bwana Chui..

[@charitywahome7412]

Welcome to my country. You remind me so much of my nephew (he's of mixed race) ,each time I watch you. Enjoy Kenya 🇰🇪 and please look for your namesake the leopard 🍀🌿🤎.

[@princemose3931]

Thanks Sam........Much love for my country Kenya, Welcome again and again

[@sommeliermicheleorbolato9896]

Amazing video, amazing wildlife, and flights. Definitely, it is a trip to do! Thanks for sharing Sam!

[@hendraahinsetiawan2929]

One word to sum it up : AWSOME ! One day soon, I'm gonna do what you've done there in Africa, doing the safari . Merci beaucoup, Sam. 😁👍

[@ednachepngeno8622]

Hi Sam Chui, my name is Nathan Kiplangat. I am 12years old. Welcome to Kenya Sam Chui. I have been watching and following your youtube channel. I would like to be a pilot when i grow up that is why i always watch your programs on KZbin

[@jay.s]

Wonderful to see you visiting Kenya 🇰🇪

[@TheRareVideosXL]

What an amazing African adventure. I love Kenya so much. Keep it up.

[@mozvidz]

Are you related to Faiyaz Qureshi by any chance?

[@TheRareVideosXL]

@@mozvidz Whose that?

[@kichaa13]

@@TheRareVideosXL famous news anchor from the 90s in kenya

[@TheRareVideosXL]

@@kichaa13 Nah,I'm not related to him.

[@Kag2025]

thanks SAM for the raw beauty of bush flying

[@africanchristianoutreach7591]

Sam.....all these years of watching your station and the one time I am not in Kenya...you visit! Oh well. Love your channel and love that you showcased a part of where we live. Thanks!

[@mohamedbhamjee1856]

Great one Sam Africa at its best also welcome to Africa glad u enjoyed our parks

[@trevelyanne4691]

been waiting for you to come back since the kenya airways video...thanks again bro for visiting our beautiful country

[@236Mars]

That giraffe standing on the road, LOL, like it is saying you people get out of my way....LOL....really beautiful. There are few more like these i saw at Naivasha behind the lake....very cute animals.

[@uksights1]

Love the interaction Sam has with crew and passengers in his videos.

[@hillaryyegon2383]

Great to see boarding to Maasai Mara, welcome again

[@muhammadosamabinsaad3639]

all the views i see in your video is literally mesmerising. Love it

[@michaelgallagher9060]

Wonderful video, many good memories of Kenya came back.

[@mujibulhasan6273]

Fantastic vlog. Love to see Dash 8-100. And the caravan.

[@kayulanjelesani124]

Wow! This is amazing, Kenya's tourism is really big!

[@Tata-bd9nx]

Where re you from?

[@kayulanjelesani124]

@@Tata-bd9nx Zambia

[@jacquelineabilla3615]

Love love going to the Mara. Thanks for sharing

[@missangie8351]

Proudly kenyan 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪I love everything about my country, the best when it comes to tourism 👌Kenya hakuna Matata😍

[@yohannesandualem7376]

One of my favorite things to do in Saturday is watching mister Chui's vlog they are magnificent

[@cyrusbosire3437]

Too bad you didn't get to see the leopard . Fun fact chui is actually the Swahili name for leopard . You are the leopard Sam lol

[@Chromegrillz]

Kenya is Beautiful country. Been to Masai Mara and that was best experience.

[@etenuvalentine295]

Sam of all I've seen you show us...this one you Nailed it...I love Kenya Am From Uganda

[@catherinehiuhu9312]

Thank you Sam for visiting my lovely country! Welcome back..Karibu.

[@khalilm3412]

As a Cessna caravan pilot , this vid makes me very happy

[@harshajha7585]

Your videos are bliss to watch❤️ love them man ❤️ keep going!

[@kennedyken]

🇰🇪as a Kenyan it's lovely to see this 🇰🇪

[@stef-1905]

What amazing place! Thanks Sam!

[@KeemBeckford]

Kenya is absolutely stunning ! Wow 😍

[@duliye]

Sam this was spectacular.

[@tonymutua9605]

Finally you came to kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪

[@utamakurautamakura7435]

This was amazing, just amazing. Thank you for taking us into this adventure with you.

[@MamboCalvin]

Welcome 😊 to Kenya sam chui I always watch Sam chui episodes before covid...

[@donstravelsandrants.]

Excellent. Very friendly pilots 👍😊✈️🛫

[@jurepecar9092]

There should be one of the last operating Dash-7 planes in that corner of the world ... that's an amazing plane, basically a 50 seat four engine cessna :D

[@martino6205]

That is by Air Kenya.

[@discoverwithcollins2374]

Welcome to kenya 🇰🇪🇰🇪🥰🥰..ave been following your journey

[@mahdiakbari2290]

thank you sam, this was a very beautiful and heartwarming video