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

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  • Опубликовано: 20 май 2022
  • 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

Комментарии • 610

  • @chrisatty
    @chrisatty 2 года назад +230

    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 года назад +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 года назад +1

      Need to go back and fly in the bush again.

    • @njoroon8440
      @njoroon8440 2 года назад

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

    • @kevinochieng6458
      @kevinochieng6458 2 года назад +2

      Come back and help us build Kenya

    • @petersonwambui7313
      @petersonwambui7313 2 года назад

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

  • @africaninsider
    @africaninsider 2 года назад +79

    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 года назад +57

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

  • @fm.masesi
    @fm.masesi 2 года назад +23

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

  • @brentliosmithii3467
    @brentliosmithii3467 2 года назад +34

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

  • @TiniAdventures
    @TiniAdventures 2 года назад +14

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

  • @liebah
    @liebah 2 года назад +34

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

  • @coolvideos-nu6hg
    @coolvideos-nu6hg 2 года назад +36

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

  • @zenosafaris3832
    @zenosafaris3832 2 года назад +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.

  • @JS-to3yj
    @JS-to3yj 2 года назад +59

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

    • @afrocentric1674
      @afrocentric1674 2 года назад +5

      Karibu Kenya 🇰🇪

    • @moviessallyrac128
      @moviessallyrac128 2 года назад +3

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

    • @hillaryyegon2383
      @hillaryyegon2383 2 года назад +3

      Jambo, karibu Kenya/welcome to Kenya

    • @u-know-this
      @u-know-this 2 года назад +2

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

    • @djatm1319
      @djatm1319 2 года назад +2

      Welcome Kenya... We love visiters

  • @a.s.k.bernard4615
    @a.s.k.bernard4615 2 года назад +43

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

  • @esem135
    @esem135 2 года назад +55

    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 2 года назад

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

    • @johnmasungansolezi576
      @johnmasungansolezi576 2 года назад

      Not forgetting alshabaab presence

    • @Tata-bd9nx
      @Tata-bd9nx 2 года назад +1

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

    • @kemetancientafrica
      @kemetancientafrica 7 месяцев назад

      Stop hating you hater.​@@johnmasungansolezi576

    • @AmazingMania
      @AmazingMania 6 месяцев назад

      ​@@johnmasungansolezi576that's your problem

  • @areyouarobotz
    @areyouarobotz 2 года назад +11

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

  • @georgeolwena5530
    @georgeolwena5530 2 года назад +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.

  • @09shadowjet
    @09shadowjet 2 года назад +52

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

    • @cindynimmore
      @cindynimmore 2 года назад +9

      Same here

    • @avlife6258
      @avlife6258 2 года назад +6

      They land pretty short 🤷‍♂️

    • @zapfanzapfan
      @zapfanzapfan 2 года назад +2

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

    • @ngashjr
      @ngashjr 2 года назад +2

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

  • @chrismwenda
    @chrismwenda 2 года назад +19

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

  • @Paula-uz3xn
    @Paula-uz3xn 2 года назад +35

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

  • @gabrielnyambu8287
    @gabrielnyambu8287 2 года назад +2

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

  • @CoyoteMTB77
    @CoyoteMTB77 2 года назад +9

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

  • @themintleaf1778
    @themintleaf1778 2 года назад +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.

  • @rahulnayar1
    @rahulnayar1 2 года назад +3

    The lovely Africans have the loveliest smiles 😍

  • @jwwj30
    @jwwj30 2 года назад +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.

  • @allanmadoka
    @allanmadoka 2 года назад +13

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

  • @mosesbuluku5996
    @mosesbuluku5996 2 года назад +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 года назад +2

      The national park is in the capital

    • @mosesbuluku5996
      @mosesbuluku5996 2 года назад +1

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

    • @vulimu
      @vulimu 2 года назад

      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.

  • @kiarieexploreske
    @kiarieexploreske 2 года назад +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..

  • @aidanconnell4885
    @aidanconnell4885 2 года назад +14

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

    • @thisandthat1523
      @thisandthat1523 2 года назад

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

  • @lulun3724
    @lulun3724 2 года назад +3

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

  • @nostalgio697
    @nostalgio697 2 года назад +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:😳😭

  • @seangitari4671
    @seangitari4671 2 года назад +5

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

  • @omaobrian2097
    @omaobrian2097 2 года назад +11

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

  • @DesignwithNyambura
    @DesignwithNyambura 2 года назад +4

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

  • @albertkorir1651
    @albertkorir1651 2 года назад +12

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

  • @danwaweru5732
    @danwaweru5732 2 года назад +9

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

  • @Meum46
    @Meum46 2 года назад +16

    It’s crazy how chill kenya 🇰🇪 is

  • @Zakfresh
    @Zakfresh 2 года назад +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

  • @Vip__honey
    @Vip__honey 2 года назад +100

    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 💛

  • @KIM-xl6zs
    @KIM-xl6zs 2 года назад +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 2 года назад

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

  • @hendraahinsetiawan2929
    @hendraahinsetiawan2929 2 года назад +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. 😁👍

  • @wambuageorgemutua1930
    @wambuageorgemutua1930 2 года назад +3

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

  • @bill1806
    @bill1806 2 года назад +8

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

  • @sommeliermicheleorbolato9896
    @sommeliermicheleorbolato9896 2 года назад +12

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

  • @bonifacembugua9588
    @bonifacembugua9588 2 года назад +6

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

  • @themintleaf1778
    @themintleaf1778 2 года назад +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.

  • @gilbertagila2555
    @gilbertagila2555 2 года назад +7

    WOW THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL.Thank you for visiting again

  • @waiganjoh.7757
    @waiganjoh.7757 2 года назад +7

    Our beautiful country ❤ Kenya 🇰🇪 😍

  • @juliusabot7107
    @juliusabot7107 2 года назад +4

    Thank you for showcasing Maasai Mara.Great job Sam

  • @africanchristianoutreach7591
    @africanchristianoutreach7591 2 года назад +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!

  • @u-know-this
    @u-know-this 2 года назад +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

  • @charitywahome7412
    @charitywahome7412 2 года назад +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 🍀🌿🤎.

  • @Drift_Thunder
    @Drift_Thunder 2 года назад +1

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

  • @lexyalmaki456
    @lexyalmaki456 2 года назад +1

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

  • @chuksnwaobasi9386
    @chuksnwaobasi9386 2 года назад +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.

  • @TheXcalculusx
    @TheXcalculusx 2 года назад +4

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

  • @gauchoaustine8487
    @gauchoaustine8487 2 года назад +9

    I Love my beautiful Country Kenya 💪👊🇰🇪

  • @phantillaban1151
    @phantillaban1151 Год назад +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.

  • @mohamedbhamjee1856
    @mohamedbhamjee1856 2 года назад +4

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

  • @africanvoyagesafaris3834
    @africanvoyagesafaris3834 2 года назад +3

    Kenya is a true gem.

  • @maikoleten
    @maikoleten 2 года назад +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..

  • @wattsbee5708
    @wattsbee5708 2 года назад +4

    africa's weather is awesome,also the scenario

  • @timothysamwanda1241
    @timothysamwanda1241 2 года назад +1

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

  • @trevelyanne4691
    @trevelyanne4691 2 года назад +4

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

  • @muhammadosamabinsaad3639
    @muhammadosamabinsaad3639 2 года назад +1

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

  • @etenuvalentine295
    @etenuvalentine295 2 года назад +2

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

  • @harshajha7585
    @harshajha7585 2 года назад +5

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

  • @peterombalo4344
    @peterombalo4344 2 года назад +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

  • @Jus_faith
    @Jus_faith 2 года назад +2

    Kenya 🇰🇪 is beautiful.

  • @utamakurautamakura7435
    @utamakurautamakura7435 2 года назад

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

  • @michaelgallagher9060
    @michaelgallagher9060 2 года назад +3

    Wonderful video, many good memories of Kenya came back.

  • @mujibulhasan6273
    @mujibulhasan6273 2 года назад +2

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

  • @mitchlusina1162
    @mitchlusina1162 2 года назад

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

  • @yohannesandualem7376
    @yohannesandualem7376 2 года назад +1

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

  • @princemose3931
    @princemose3931 2 года назад +1

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

  • @TheRareVideosXL
    @TheRareVideosXL 2 года назад +7

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

    • @mozvidz
      @mozvidz 2 года назад

      Are you related to Faiyaz Qureshi by any chance?

    • @TheRareVideosXL
      @TheRareVideosXL 2 года назад

      @@mozvidz Whose that?

    • @kichaa13
      @kichaa13 2 года назад

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

    • @TheRareVideosXL
      @TheRareVideosXL 2 года назад

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

  • @jay.s
    @jay.s 2 года назад +5

    Wonderful to see you visiting Kenya 🇰🇪

  • @boomAJ6104
    @boomAJ6104 2 года назад +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

  • @UrbanSettla
    @UrbanSettla 2 года назад +1

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

  • @uksights1
    @uksights1 2 года назад +1

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

  • @OverlandKenya.
    @OverlandKenya. 2 года назад +7

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

  • @bahaviation2070
    @bahaviation2070 2 года назад +8

    Keep it up with the African adventure. By the way congrats on 3 million subscribers!😘

  • @discoverwithcollins2374
    @discoverwithcollins2374 2 года назад +3

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

  • @donstravelsandrants.
    @donstravelsandrants. 2 года назад +4

    Excellent. Very friendly pilots
    👍😊✈️🛫

  • @chriswamai5156
    @chriswamai5156 2 года назад +2

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

  • @catherinehiuhu9312
    @catherinehiuhu9312 2 года назад +2

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

  • @hillaryyegon2383
    @hillaryyegon2383 2 года назад +2

    Great to see boarding to Maasai Mara, welcome again

  • @gagankhadka
    @gagankhadka 2 года назад +3

    Congratulations ❤ 🎊 bruda for 3m family!!! Lot's of love from Nepal 🇳🇵 ❤

  • @kennedyken
    @kennedyken 2 года назад +2

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

  • @DidiMuseri
    @DidiMuseri 2 года назад +3

    Congratulations on 3 MILLION Subscribers, we are traveling the world vicariously through your channel, 🔥🔥

  • @kevsonyango3397
    @kevsonyango3397 2 года назад +1

    great content.... was nice to see Mara Serena lodge, a place I stayed n worked for 6years,mara is the best place to be..... thanks for the memories😍👌🙏

  • @jacquelineabilla3615
    @jacquelineabilla3615 2 года назад +1

    Love love going to the Mara. Thanks for sharing

  • @MamboCalvin
    @MamboCalvin 2 года назад

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

  • @virtualaviator21156
    @virtualaviator21156 2 года назад +3

    finally, wildlife. gr8 content! keep it going! I am a wildlife lover.

  • @victoryang3220
    @victoryang3220 2 года назад

    Sam, you're my kind of guy love aviation and airplane ✈️🛫. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us ...

  • @jimmyj5557
    @jimmyj5557 2 года назад

    Totally amazing. Sam the man! you are living the dream! bravo.

  • @LensEye8
    @LensEye8 2 года назад +3

    You were the 'leopard' in the mara!

  • @sultanmswahilitv4864
    @sultanmswahilitv4864 2 года назад +1

    Greetings from Nairobi 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪proudly kenyan

  • @edduh580
    @edduh580 2 года назад +1

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

  • @fidigooined4606
    @fidigooined4606 2 года назад

    Oh Sam, an other wonderful experience watching your videos. Thanks for your sharing. I'm really a fun of yours

  • @youssefhazem5007
    @youssefhazem5007 2 года назад +4

    Kenya has the best places especially mara Serena it's the place you will never get tired of it has lions elephants and tiger next I want Mr. Sam chui to do a review on egyptair business class and to visit Egypt one day and to do a review on premium economy class on Finnair a350 and thanks for the effort your putting in you and your team this has been amazing and the videos are a 100/100 excellent

  • @shakilnasir3829
    @shakilnasir3829 Год назад

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

  • @ismaville
    @ismaville 2 года назад +1

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