4 Days / 3 Nights Great Migration Package
Timed for July to October, with camps placed near the Mara River crossing points.
- Nights in the Mara: 3
- Transfer: bush flight recommended
- Best for: short leave, river crossings
One smooth connection from Hyderabad to Nairobi, then straight into Africa's greatest wildlife reserve.
Our Masai Mara tour packages from Hyderabad are built for travellers who want a proper African safari without spending half the holiday in transit. Hyderabad has frequent one-stop connections to Nairobi through the Gulf hubs and Mumbai, so with the right routing you can leave HYD at night and be on your first game drive within a day or so.
Every Masai Mara package from Hyderabad is shaped by a few decisions that matter more than the brochure: when you travel (migration or quiet season), where you stay (the main reserve or a private conservancy), and how you reach the Mara from Nairobi (road or bush flight). We help you make those choices with clear costs in INR, so the trip fits your dates, leave and budget.
Kenya is only 2.5 hours behind India, so jet lag is minimal, which makes a short, high-quality safari realistic even for busy professionals and families. New to Kenya? Start with our Masai Mara safari guide.
Planning a long-haul safari is simpler with an experienced international travel agency. All packages are planned by our international travel agency in Gurgaon, which specialises in African safaris and end-to-end travel for Indian travellers.
Three formats cover most Hyderabad travellers. Each can be adjusted for dates, lodges, private vehicles and meal preferences.
Timed for July to October, with camps placed near the Mara River crossing points.
An unhurried safari with high-end camps and room for a sunrise balloon flight.
Adds Lake Nakuru, Naivasha or Amboseli for a broader Kenya safari.
Most quotes online show only the land package. Below is the land cost first, then what the full trip from Hyderabad usually costs once flights and fees are added. Figures are per person on twin sharing for 3–4 nights in the Mara.
For a detailed budget breakdown, see Masai Mara Trip Cost from India in 2026.
There is no direct flight from Hyderabad to Masai Mara. Every itinerary connects through Nairobi, and there is no regular non-stop service from HYD to Nairobi either, so the routing you choose sets the pace of your whole trip.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is at Shamshabad, south of the city. From HITEC City, Gachibowli or Secunderabad, allow 1–1.5 hours to reach the airport, more at peak times.
Overnight departures from HYD let you sleep on the first leg and connect in the morning. If you land in Nairobi late, we plan an overnight stay and fly you to the Mara the next morning.
Bush flights usually allow about 15 kg per person in soft-sided bags only. Pack in a duffel, not a hard suitcase; we can arrange to store extra luggage in Nairobi.
For a step-by-step guide, see How to Travel from India to Masai Mara.
Visa guidance for Indian passport holders: Kenya Visa Guide for Indians (2026).
Official references:
Kenya Tourism Board – Magical Kenya
Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)
Kenya eTA Portal (official)
A well-paced plan with three nights in the Mara, built around one-stop connections from Hyderabad. Every day can be adjusted for your dates, lodge and transfer choice.
An overnight departure from HYD with one connection, usually via a Gulf hub, arriving in Nairobi the same day. Meet-and-assist on arrival and a transfer to your hotel. If you land early enough, we can connect you straight to the Mara on a same-day bush flight.
India to Masai Mara Travel ChecklistA 45–60 minute bush flight or a scenic road transfer to the Mara. After check-in and lunch at camp, head out on an afternoon game drive when predators become active.
Big Five Animals in KenyaMorning and afternoon game drives across the plains and predator territories, with time to relax at the lodge in between. In migration season, this is the day to wait at the Mara River for a crossing.
Hot Air Balloon Safari Private Jeep SafariExplore new wildlife zones, spend longer at a sighting, or visit a Maasai village. Stays in a private conservancy add walking safaris and night drives that the main reserve does not allow.
Luxury Conservancy Safari Masai Village Cultural VisitAn early morning game drive and breakfast at camp, then back to Nairobi for your connecting flight to Hyderabad. Many return routings leave Nairobi in the evening, and if timings are tight we add a Nairobi day room or an overnight stay.
Great Migration Dates in 2026Inclusions vary by camp and are confirmed in writing before you book.
Some of Africa's highest densities of lion, cheetah and leopard, with strong sightings in every season, not just during the migration.
Herds usually arrive from the Serengeti in July. Exact timing shifts with the rains, so we position camps based on current movement, not last year's calendar.
The main reserve offers classic open plains and river crossings. Private conservancies add fewer vehicles, off-road driving, walking safaris and night drives.
Frequent one-stop flights from Hyderabad and a small time difference make a 5–6 day safari practical on limited leave.
Couples and honeymooners usually prefer intimate tented camps in a private conservancy, with sundowners, bush dinners and a balloon flight. Families do best with a private vehicle, so drive timings can follow the children, and camps that welcome younger guests (some have minimum ages). IT and business professionals tend to choose 5-day trips with bush flights to make the most of limited leave. Photographers benefit from a private vehicle and longer stays near the river in migration season.
Time your safari for wildebeest and zebra crossing the Mara River.
View experience PrivateYour own vehicle and guide, with full control over timings and how long you stay at a sighting.
View experience IconicA sunrise flight over the plains, followed by a champagne bush breakfast.
View experience CultureMeet a Maasai community and learn about daily life, traditions and conservation.
View experience PhotographyGuides who understand light, angles and vehicle positioning for wildlife photography.
View experienceContemporary luxury tents on the Talek River, with familiar service standards for first-time safari travellers.
Explore stayClassic riverside tented camp in the Olchoro Oiroua conservancy, known for hippo views and relaxed pacing.
Explore stayIntimate 1920s-style tented camp in the south of the reserve, well placed for early migration herds.
Explore stayIndependent lodge research: SafariBookings – Masai Mara Lodges
Kenya replaced its visa system with an online Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) for Indian passport holders. Most of the paperwork is done online before you leave Hyderabad, and one document matters on your return to India as well.
Important for Indian travellers: Kenya does not ask for a yellow fever certificate when you arrive from India, but India does when you return from Kenya. Without it, you can be held in quarantine for up to six days. The certificate is valid for life, so one vaccination covers all future trips.
For migration dates, and especially the Dussehra break, book 6–9 months ahead to secure well-located camps. For other months, 2–3 months is usually enough.
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Travel information on this page was last reviewed in September 2026. Entry rules and fees can change, so we confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Including return flights from Hyderabad, a 4–5 day Masai Mara trip typically costs about ₹1.9–2.6 lakh per person for a value safari, ₹2.6–3.7 lakh for mid-range, and ₹4 lakh or more for luxury camps with bush flights. The land package alone starts around ₹1.2 lakh per person. Season, lodge category, reserve vs private conservancy, and road vs flight transfers are the biggest cost drivers.
The Hyderabad–Nairobi international flight is quoted separately so you can use your preferred airline, fare class or miles. We help you pick the right routing and timing. The Nairobi–Masai Mara leg can be included either as a road transfer or a light-aircraft flight.
No. There is no regular non-stop flight from Hyderabad (HYD) to Nairobi, so most itineraries connect once via Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi or Mumbai, taking roughly 10–14 hours in total. From Nairobi you continue to the Mara by a 45–60 minute light-aircraft flight (mostly from Nairobi Wilson Airport) or a 5–6 hour road transfer.
Fly from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) at Shamshabad to Nairobi with one stop, usually via a Gulf hub or via Mumbai for the non-stop Mumbai–Nairobi flight. From Nairobi, take a bush flight to a Mara airstrip or drive with your safari guide. We coordinate the connection, transfers and timings end to end.
Five to six days works best: one day each way for travel and three to four nights in the Mara. Because the journey from Hyderabad involves a connection, we usually recommend bush flights from Nairobi on shorter trips so safari time is not lost to long road transfers.
July to October for the Great Migration, with August and September usually best for Mara River crossings. January to March offers good resident wildlife and fewer vehicles. April to June is the most affordable, though April and May bring the long rains and some camps close.
Indian passport holders apply online for a Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA), which replaced the eVisa in 2024. We guide you through the application and documents.
Applications can be made up to 90 days before travel and must be submitted at least 3 days before departure. We recommend applying about two weeks ahead, especially for July to October and Dussehra dates.
Yes, in practice. India requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers arriving from Kenya, and those without one can face quarantine on return. Get vaccinated at an authorised centre at least 10 days before departure. The certificate is valid for life.
Yes. Couples often choose intimate tented camps and private conservancies, while families benefit from private vehicles and flexible drive timings. Note that some camps and activities, such as balloon flights, have minimum age limits.
Yes, when travelling with a licensed operator. Game drives are led by trained guides, camps are staffed around the clock, and we provide on-ground support in Kenya from arrival to departure.
Most lodges and camps accommodate vegetarian, Jain and Indian meal preferences when informed in advance. We share your preferences with every property before arrival.
Yes. Any package can be upgraded to a private vehicle with a dedicated guide, which gives you control over timings and sightings. Private conservancies add off-road driving, walking safaris and night drives that the main reserve does not allow.
Yes. Every itinerary is built around your dates, budget, lodge preferences and safari style, and can be combined with other Kenya parks or Tanzania.
Payments are made in INR through Indian banking channels. As with any overseas tour package, GST and TCS apply; TCS is not an extra cost and can be claimed against your income tax. The full payment schedule is shared before confirmation.
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