A 6-day Kenya trip from India pairs a Masai Mara safari (3–4 days) with time in Nairobi — direct flights from Mumbai reach Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in roughly 5–6 hours, with connections available from other major Indian cities via Gulf or African hubs. The dry seasons (roughly January–March and June–October) generally offer the best wildlife viewing, with July–October also covering the Great Migration river crossings in the Mara.
Sample 6-day plan
- Day 1 — Arrive in Nairobi, overnight, or fly directly to the Masai Mara if your safari starts immediately.
- Days 2–4 — Masai Mara safari — game drives (morning and afternoon), typically based at a safari lodge or tented camp inside or near the reserve.
- Day 5 — Fly or drive back to Nairobi; visit the Giraffe Centre or David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (elephant orphanage) in the afternoon.
- Day 6 — Free morning (Nairobi National Park for a quick game drive, or the Nairobi National Museum) before your flight home.
Budget guidance
As of mid-2026, a mid-range 6-day trip (safari lodge/tented camp, park fees, game drives, a couple of nights in Nairobi) for one traveller from India typically runs roughly ₹1,20,000–₹2,00,000 excluding international flights, since safari packages (accommodation + game drives + park fees) are usually priced together and vary widely by lodge tier. International flights are typically ₹40,000–₹70,000 round-trip depending on route and season. Treat this as a rough band, not a quote.
Visa for this trip
Kenya requires an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for entry — check current requirements, fees and processing times on the official Kenya eTA portal before booking. See our dedicated Kenya visa guide for Indians for details.