Kenya
The Great Migration in Masai Mara, Mount Kenya, Indian Ocean beaches, and vibrant Nairobi. The quintessential African safari destination.
Safety B💰💰Food ⭐⭐⭐English OK
💸Estimated cost for Kenya
Real-time surcharge applied (flight +15% / lodging +5%)
Elevated jet fuel + weak JPY: real prices running ~+15% vs baseline
Updated: 2026-05-16
3N4D Budget
$1,625.42〜
Hostel + self-catering
3N4D Mid
$1,737.98〜
Mid hotel + dining out
3N4D Comfort
$1,991.24〜
Upscale hotel + tours
* Rough estimate: round-trip from Tokyo ¥230,000 + local costs. Actual prices vary widely by season
Local time · Nairobi
17:43
Mon · 2026-07-06
vs your local +3h
Your time: 14:43 (Mon)
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Quick Facts
Entry & Visa
* Information for Japanese passport holders. Other nationalities may differ.
eVisa required (~$50). Passport must have 6 months validity with 2 blank pages.
Visa
evisa
Max stay
90 days
Passport
6 months
💬 Language
Swahili and English are official. English widely spoken in tourism, business, and cities.
🚆 Transport
Domestic flights (Safarilink, Kenya Airways). SGR train Nairobi-Mombasa. Safari vehicles. Matatus (minibuses) in cities. Uber in Nairobi.
💳 Payment
M-Pesa mobile money is ubiquitous. Cash also important. Credit cards at hotels and tourist establishments. ATMs in cities.
📋 Travel Basics
Equatorial climate. Malaria precautions needed. Safari seasons vary. Yellow fever vaccination required. Nairobi security requires caution.
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✓ Last checked: 2026-07-06Source last updated: 2026-06-24
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