Nairobi Hotel August Migration Season | Karen Plains Hotel
Nairobi Hotel for August — Peak Migration Season
August is the peak month for the wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara. The dramatic Mara River crossings occur most frequently in August and September. For guests planning a migration safari, Karen Plains Hotel provides the ideal Nairobi base.
August in Nairobi
August is cool, dry, and clear in Nairobi. Daytime temperatures of 18 to 22 degrees Celsius, minimal rainfall, and excellent visibility make it one of the most pleasant months to be in the city.
Migration Season Logistics from Nairobi
Most migration safari guests fly from Wilson Airport to Mara airstrips. The 45-minute charter flight is significantly preferable to the 5 to 6 hour road journey. Karen Plains Hotel is 20 minutes from Wilson Airport and arranges all transfer logistics. Wilson Airport transfer: $45 (Serena Sedan) or $85 (Land Cruiser). Road safari to the Mara: Mini Van $190/day, Land Cruiser $290/day.
Book Early for August
August is Nairobi's and the Mara's busiest safari month. Book your accommodation and safari logistics as early as possible to confirm availability during peak migration season.