Migration Season Stay in Nairobi 2026
Plan your 2026 migration season stay at Karen Plains Hotel in Karen, Nairobi. We're open throughout the July to October peak season — offering comfortable rooms, daily breakfast, and reliable power backup for a smooth stay between game drives and Masai Mara excursions.
Migration Season 2026 — When to Visit
The wildebeest migration is an annual spectacle — but timing matters. The key windows for 2026 are:
- July: Migration arrives in the Mara, river crossings begin — also World Cup knockout stage
- August: Peak river crossing season — the most dramatic and most popular month
- September: River crossings continue, slightly fewer visitors than August
- October: Late migration season, herds moving south, excellent quiet-season value
Read our full guide on the best time to visit Kenya for a safari for a detailed breakdown of each month.
What Karen Plains Hotel Offers During Migration Season
Karen Plains Hotel is open throughout the 2026 migration season with full services. Comfortable en-suite rooms, daily breakfast, fast fibre WiFi, 24-hour electricity backup, and a team experienced in supporting safari guests. We are 10 minutes from Wilson Airport for Mara flights and 10 minutes from Nairobi National Park for standalone game drives.
We can arrange Masai Mara safari packages — road and flight options — and airport transfers from JKIA and Wilson Airport directly from the hotel.
Getting to the Masai Mara from Karen
Our guide on Nairobi to Masai Mara: road vs. flight covers both transfer options in full detail. Most migration visitors opt for the flight from Wilson Airport — 45 minutes compared to 5–6 hours by road — and Karen Plains Hotel's proximity to Wilson makes the logistics smooth.
Book Your Migration Season Stay
Book direct for the best available rate — daily breakfast included. July and August fill quickly — book early. Reserve your 2026 migration stay here or WhatsApp +254 796 989 928.