Kenya is the birthplace of safari — the word itself means 'journey' in Swahili — and nowhere on Earth offers a wildlife experience to rival the Masai Mara ecosystem. The Great Migration, when 1.5 million wildebeest thunder across the Mara River in a churning, crocodile-patrolled river crossing, is simply the greatest wildlife event on the planet and one of the most extraordinary sights a human being can witness.
Beyond the migration, Kenya's diverse reserves deliver reliable Big Five sightings (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) year-round. Amboseli National Park offers the world's most iconic wildlife photograph: giant elephant herds beneath the snow-capped summit of Kilimanjaro at dawn. A hot-air balloon drifting above the Mara at sunrise — watching the plains come alive below you — is one of life's most transcendent experiences. EternalMiles Kenya safari packages from India are crafted for authentic wilderness immersion.
CurrencyKenyan Shilling (KES) — USD widely accepted in all reserves
LanguageSwahili · English (official) — widely spoken throughout Kenya
Visa for IndiansKenya e-Visa required — USD 50 per person (online, processed in 3–5 days)
Best Duration7N/8D – 10N/11D
Hotel Category4★ / 5★ Tented Safari Camps & Lodges
All Big Five game drives in 4x4 Land Cruiser with expert Maasai guide
Hot-air balloon safari over Masai Mara at sunrise
Nairobi Giraffe Centre and Elephant Orphanage visits
Maasai village cultural experience
All national park entry fees
All domestic flights and transfers
Dedicated EternalMiles travel manager
Kenya e-Visa (USD 50 ≈ ₹4,200)
Premium spirits and personal shopping
Zanzibar beach extension (popular add-on, 4 extra nights)
Tips for guides and camp staff (USD 15–20/day recommended)
Travel insurance (essential for safari — includes medical evacuation)
Sample Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Nairobi
Land at JKIA. Transfer to Nairobi hotel near Karen district. Evening Karen Blixen Museum and African Heritage restaurant.
Day 2Nairobi Wildlife & Fly to Mara
Morning Giraffe Centre (feed giraffes by hand) and David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage (11am mud bath). Afternoon light aircraft to Masai Mara. Evening game drive.
Day 3Masai Mara Big Five
Full day of game drives — morning and afternoon. Big Five in the iconic savanna grasslands. Sundowner in the bush with a Maasai warrior.
Day 4Hot Air Balloon & Mara
Pre-dawn wake-up. 1-hour balloon flight over the Mara plains. Bush champagne breakfast on landing. Afternoon game drive — cheetah and wild dog.
Day 5Maasai Village & Fly to Amboseli
Morning Maasai village visit: warrior dance, traditional homes, bead market. Afternoon flight to Amboseli. Evening game drive with Kilimanjaro.
Day 6Amboseli Elephants & Kilimanjaro
Full day: Amboseli's famous elephant herds with Kilimanjaro dominating the horizon (best at dawn and dusk). Lions and cheetah on the dusty plains.
Day 7Amboseli & Return to Nairobi
Morning final game drive at Amboseli. Flight to Nairobi. Afternoon free for shopping at Maasai Market. Farewell dinner.
Day 8Departure
Transfer to JKIA for return flight to Delhi.
Starting From
₹1,10,000
per person · twin sharing · land package
Duration7N/8D – 10N/11D
Hotels4★ / 5★ Tented Safari Camps & Lodges
MealsFull Board — all meals included at safari lodges
Highlighted months offer ideal conditions. Plan around peak season for the finest experience.
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Peak Season
July–October: Great Migration river crossings and dry season — best Big Five sightings. January–February: calving season with extraordinary predator density.
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Off-Season Advantage
April–June: long rains. Beautiful green landscapes, very low prices and almost no tourists. Still excellent for birdwatching and predator sightings.
Visa Tip
Apply for the Kenya e-Visa online at least 2 weeks before travel. EternalMiles includes the application guidance in your package.
