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

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  • 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

ความคิดเห็น • 611

  • @chrisatty
    @chrisatty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    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
      @oliverblank6515 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      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
      @martino6205 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Need to go back and fly in the bush again.

    • @njoroon8440
      @njoroon8440 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @kevinochieng6458
      @kevinochieng6458 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Come back and help us build Kenya

    • @petersonwambui7313
      @petersonwambui7313 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @africaninsider
    @africaninsider 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    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
    @Mahjongtitan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

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

  • @rahulnayar1
    @rahulnayar1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The lovely Africans have the loveliest smiles 😍

  • @fm.masesi
    @fm.masesi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

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

  • @wambuageorgemutua1930
    @wambuageorgemutua1930 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @esem135
    @esem135 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    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
      @morganbabu3105 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @johnmasungansolezi576
      @johnmasungansolezi576 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not forgetting alshabaab presence

    • @Tata-bd9nx
      @Tata-bd9nx ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @kemetancientafrica
      @kemetancientafrica 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Stop hating you hater.​@@johnmasungansolezi576

    • @AmazingMania
      @AmazingMania 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@johnmasungansolezi576that's your problem

  • @coolvideos-nu6hg
    @coolvideos-nu6hg ปีที่แล้ว +35

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

  • @brentliosmithii3467
    @brentliosmithii3467 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

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

  • @nostalgio697
    @nostalgio697 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    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:😳😭

  • @TiniAdventures
    @TiniAdventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

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

  • @gabrielnyambu8287
    @gabrielnyambu8287 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @liebah
    @liebah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

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

  • @chrismwenda
    @chrismwenda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

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

  • @Jus_faith
    @Jus_faith ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kenya 🇰🇪 is beautiful.

  • @zenosafaris3832
    @zenosafaris3832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    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.

  • @chriswamai5156
    @chriswamai5156 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @JS-to3yj
    @JS-to3yj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

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

    • @afrocentric1674
      @afrocentric1674 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Karibu Kenya 🇰🇪

    • @moviessallyrac128
      @moviessallyrac128 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

    • @hillaryyegon2383
      @hillaryyegon2383 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jambo, karibu Kenya/welcome to Kenya

    • @u-know-this
      @u-know-this 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @djatm1319
      @djatm1319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Welcome Kenya... We love visiters

  • @areyouarobotz
    @areyouarobotz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

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

  • @georgeolwena5530
    @georgeolwena5530 2 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    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
    @a.s.k.bernard4615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

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

  • @09shadowjet
    @09shadowjet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

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

    • @cindynimmore
      @cindynimmore 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Same here

    • @avlife6258
      @avlife6258 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      They land pretty short 🤷‍♂️

    • @zapfanzapfan
      @zapfanzapfan ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @ngashjr
      @ngashjr ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @lulun3724
    @lulun3724 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @Paula-uz3xn
    @Paula-uz3xn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

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

  • @CoyoteMTB77
    @CoyoteMTB77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

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

  • @Meum46
    @Meum46 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    It’s crazy how chill kenya 🇰🇪 is

  • @aidanconnell4885
    @aidanconnell4885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

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

    • @thisandthat1523
      @thisandthat1523 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Nyamburaonthemove
    @Nyamburaonthemove ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @waiganjoh.7757
    @waiganjoh.7757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Our beautiful country ❤ Kenya 🇰🇪 😍

  • @mosesbuluku5996
    @mosesbuluku5996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    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
      @BillyPhilipRwoth 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The national park is in the capital

    • @mosesbuluku5996
      @mosesbuluku5996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @vulimu
      @vulimu ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @jwwj30
    @jwwj30 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    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.

  • @timothysamwanda1241
    @timothysamwanda1241 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @Zakfresh
    @Zakfresh ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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

  • @allanmadoka
    @allanmadoka 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

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

  • @omaobrian2097
    @omaobrian2097 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

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

  • @kiarieexploreske
    @kiarieexploreske 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    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..

  • @danwaweru5732
    @danwaweru5732 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

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

  • @KIM-xl6zs
    @KIM-xl6zs ปีที่แล้ว +14

    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
      @sarahmugwanja1270 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @albertkorir1651
    @albertkorir1651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

  • @seangitari4671
    @seangitari4671 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @themintleaf1778
    @themintleaf1778 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    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.

  • @gauchoaustine8487
    @gauchoaustine8487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I Love my beautiful Country Kenya 💪👊🇰🇪

  • @OverlandKenya.
    @OverlandKenya. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

    • @GamerZz-yk3mf
      @GamerZz-yk3mf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ulizaliwa na wanyama pori?

  • @ismaville
    @ismaville ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @wattsbee5708
    @wattsbee5708 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    africa's weather is awesome,also the scenario

  • @EternalMitro
    @EternalMitro ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @sultanmswahilitv4864
    @sultanmswahilitv4864 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greetings from Nairobi 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪proudly kenyan

  • @Vip__honey
    @Vip__honey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    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 💛

  • @phantillaban1151
    @phantillaban1151 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.

  • @africanvoyagesafaris3834
    @africanvoyagesafaris3834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Kenya is a true gem.

  • @TheXcalculusx
    @TheXcalculusx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @UrbanSettla
    @UrbanSettla ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @bill1806
    @bill1806 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

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

  • @juliusabot7107
    @juliusabot7107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for showcasing Maasai Mara.Great job Sam

  • @chuksnwaobasi9386
    @chuksnwaobasi9386 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    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.

  • @bonifacembugua9588
    @bonifacembugua9588 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @charitywahome7412
    @charitywahome7412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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 🍀🌿🤎.

  • @lexyalmaki456
    @lexyalmaki456 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @gilbertagila2555
    @gilbertagila2555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    WOW THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL.Thank you for visiting again

  • @sommeliermicheleorbolato9896
    @sommeliermicheleorbolato9896 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

  • @u-know-this
    @u-know-this 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    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

  • @themintleaf1778
    @themintleaf1778 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    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.

  • @africanchristianoutreach7591
    @africanchristianoutreach7591 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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!

  • @hendraahinsetiawan2929
    @hendraahinsetiawan2929 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    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. 😁👍

  • @missangie8351
    @missangie8351 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @trevelyanne4691
    @trevelyanne4691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @mohamedbhamjee1856
    @mohamedbhamjee1856 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @uksights1
    @uksights1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @jacquelineabilla3615
    @jacquelineabilla3615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love love going to the Mara. Thanks for sharing

  • @muhammadosamabinsaad3639
    @muhammadosamabinsaad3639 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @TheRareVideosXL
    @TheRareVideosXL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

    • @mozvidz
      @mozvidz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are you related to Faiyaz Qureshi by any chance?

    • @TheRareVideosXL
      @TheRareVideosXL 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mozvidz Whose that?

    • @kichaa13
      @kichaa13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @TheRareVideosXL
      @TheRareVideosXL 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @princemose3931
    @princemose3931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @mujibulhasan6273
    @mujibulhasan6273 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @yohannesandualem7376
    @yohannesandualem7376 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @kennedyken
    @kennedyken 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @etenuvalentine295
    @etenuvalentine295 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @hillaryyegon2383
    @hillaryyegon2383 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great to see boarding to Maasai Mara, welcome again

  • @khalilm3412
    @khalilm3412 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @kunAgogo
    @kunAgogo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks SAM for the raw beauty of bush flying

  • @MamboCalvin
    @MamboCalvin ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @ednachepngeno8622
    @ednachepngeno8622 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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 TH-cam

  • @Chromegrillz
    @Chromegrillz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @zapfanzapfan
    @zapfanzapfan ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @Tata-bd9nx
      @Tata-bd9nx ปีที่แล้ว

      You are Welcome to Maasai Mara🧡🧡
      th-cam.com/video/mbqCXpmo15A/w-d-xo.html

  • @236Mars
    @236Mars ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @utamakurautamakura7435
    @utamakurautamakura7435 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @maikoleten
    @maikoleten 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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..

  • @cyrusbosire3437
    @cyrusbosire3437 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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

  • @duliye
    @duliye ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sam this was spectacular.

  • @stef-1905
    @stef-1905 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What amazing place! Thanks Sam!

  • @michaelgallagher9060
    @michaelgallagher9060 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wonderful video, many good memories of Kenya came back.

  • @jay.s
    @jay.s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wonderful to see you visiting Kenya 🇰🇪

  • @harshajha7585
    @harshajha7585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @shakilnasir3829
    @shakilnasir3829 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cheerful pilot. Very helpful. Bit amazing to see red colour land .

  • @edduh580
    @edduh580 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Kenyans on your channels are bus loads. Keep it up Mr Chui we love our country's coverage.

  • @discoverwithcollins2374
    @discoverwithcollins2374 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @KeemBeckford
    @KeemBeckford ปีที่แล้ว

    Kenya is absolutely stunning ! Wow 😍

  • @boomAJ6104
    @boomAJ6104 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    awesome trip Sam, thanks for sharing. wish I would have taken the opportunity to come here when I was living in Germany. God bless you

  • @mitchlusina1162
    @mitchlusina1162 ปีที่แล้ว

    Big fan of your channel. Thank you for showcasing Kenya 🙏🙏 welcome again.

  • @robertlalor8090
    @robertlalor8090 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Proper wild. Thanks for sharing Sam.

  • @peterombalo4344
    @peterombalo4344 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Big fan and aviation enthusiast. I've always watched your channel. And I'm glad to see you doing rounds in my homeland, Kenya