Kenya eSIM plans
Instant deliveryYour eSIM for Kenya is available from €1.99 and active straight away: in Kenya it connects to the Safaricom, Airtel Kenya, Telkom Kenya networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 75. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day returns
- Support in French
- Visa · Mastercard · Apple Pay · Google Pay · PayPal
eSIM for Kenya — at a glance
- From
- €1.99
- Local networks
- Safaricom, Airtel Kenya, Telkom Kenya
- Technology
- 4G/LTE
- Network coverage
- 75
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Recommended data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for Kenya
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €1.99 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €16.99 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €29.99 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €37.99 |
| Unlimited | 10 days | €49.99 |
| Unlimited | 15 days | €81.99 |
| Unlimited | 30 days | €70.49 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €6.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €11.99 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €16.99 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €26.99 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €37.99 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €29.99 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €40.99 |
Kenya is endless savannah, the wildebeest of the Masai Mara, the beaches of Diani and the buzz of Nairobi. But setting off on safari without a reliable connection means risking missing your lodge at night, being unable to share that sunrise over Kilimanjaro or finding yourself with no route in the middle of a reserve. Distances are immense, roads are sometimes uncertain, and Google Maps can literally save the day. With a Kenya eSIM activated from Paris before you even take off, you arrive at Jomo Kenyatta connected, with no queue and no hard-to-find SIM card at the airport. A real comfort for exploring East Africa with peace of mind.
Flight time from Paris
About 8 to 9 hours on a direct flight to Nairobi (flights available from Paris-CDG)
Time difference with France
+2h in winter, +1h in summer (Kenya does not change its clocks, UTC+3)
Best time to visit
July–October for the Great Migration in the Masai Mara, January–February for dry-season safaris
Power socket type
Type G (three rectangular pins) — adapter essential, 240V voltage
Why an eSIM is essential in Kenya
Kenya is one of the best-covered African destinations for 4G, thanks to Safaricom and its ubiquitous M-Pesa network. But buying a local SIM in Nairobi remains an adventure in itself: you have to show your passport, fill in forms, and sometimes wait several long minutes where administrative English can be bewildering. In the safari areas (Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo), lodges are far from any town, and going back to get a SIM is simply not an option. A Simpartout eSIM lets you sort everything out from France in a few minutes. Once on site, the Safaricom network takes over with solid 4G coverage on the main routes and in the national parks. You can then geolocate your vehicle, contact your guide, stay reachable for loved ones and share your photos of lionesses and elephants in real time.
Network coverage in Kenya
Operator
Safaricom
+ Airtel Kenya
Technology
4G/LTE
Coverage
75
How to install your Kenya eSIM
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Kenya, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Kenya, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Kenya, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Kenya, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
Recommended for you
Short trip
For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.
Business trip
Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.
Long stay
For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.
Families
Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.
eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits Kenya best?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Bought on arrival | Pick-up/delivery |
| Installation | 2 minutes | SIM swap | Extra device |
| Price | From €1.99 | €5–30 | €5–15/day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up at any time | Fixed data | Daily rental |
| Recommendation | Ideal for travellers | For long stays | For groups/families |