Nairobi Hotel for Safari Season 2026
Safari season 2026 in Kenya runs from June through October. Karen Plains Hotel in Karen, Nairobi is open throughout this period — offering comfortable rooms, daily breakfast, and airport transfers for guests heading to the Masai Mara and other Kenya safari destinations.
Safari Season 2026 — What to Expect
Kenya's 2026 safari season is set to be one of the most exciting in years. The FIFA World Cup (11 June – 19 July) overlaps with the early safari season — meaning visitors in June and July can combine game drives with World Cup football at Moss Oasis restaurant at Karen Plains Hotel. From July onward, the wildebeest migration river crossings peak in the Masai Mara.
Read our guide on the best time to visit Kenya for a safari for a detailed breakdown of the 2026 safari season month by month.
Karen Plains Hotel Throughout Safari Season
Karen Plains Hotel is fully operational throughout the 2026 safari season. We offer:
- Comfortable en-suite rooms with daily breakfast included
- Airport transfers from JKIA and Wilson Airport
- Masai Mara safari packages — road and flight options
- Nairobi National Park access — 10 minutes from the hotel
- Giraffe Centre visits — 15 minutes from Karen Plains Hotel
- 24-hour electricity backup and fast fibre WiFi
Getting to the Masai Mara from Karen
Wilson Airport — the departure point for all Mara flights — is 10 minutes from Karen Plains Hotel. We can arrange your transfer as part of your booking. Our guide on Nairobi to Masai Mara: road vs. flight covers both options in full detail.
World Cup Nights During Safari Season
For June and July visitors, Karen Plains Hotel is screening the FIFA World Cup live at Moss Oasis restaurant. Game drives in the morning, football at night — one of the great travel combinations of 2026. Learn more about our World Cup screenings.
Book Your Safari Season Room
Book direct for the best available rate — daily breakfast included. Book your safari season room here or WhatsApp +254 796 989 928.