Nairobi & Kenya travel guides

Practical, locally written guides to Nairobi, Karen and Kenya: things to do, safari planning, where to stay and how to get here.

Safari Planning

Safari Stopover Nairobi: Why Jungle Oasis Is the Perfect Place to Start and End Your Trip

Looking for the best safari stopover in Nairobi? Jungle Oasis offers self-catered nature cottages in Karen — quiet, central, and just 30 minutes from the airport.

July 7, 2026 · 7 min read

Nairobi Experiences

Things to Do on a Weekend in Nairobi: A Local's Two-Day Guide

Wondering what to do in Nairobi this weekend? Here's a local guide to wildlife mornings, Karen's cafés and museums, forest walks, markets and an easy Saturday-to-Sunday plan.

August 7, 2026 · 9 min read

Where to Stay

Heated Pool in Nairobi: Why Jungle Oasis Is the Perfect Retreat

Looking for a heated pool in Nairobi? Jungle Oasis in Karen offers a warm, year-round pool, outdoor fireplace, and pickleball court in a self-catered nature retreat minutes from the city.

July 13, 2026 · 7 min read

Where to Stay

5 Reasons to Stay in Karen for Your Nairobi Visit

From wildlife access to airport convenience, here are five reasons Karen is the ideal base for your next Nairobi visit.

July 20, 2026 · 6 min read

Travel Guides

AFCON 2027 Nairobi Accommodation: A First-Timer's Guide to the Tournament and the City

Tournament dates, travel tips, weather and where to stay: a first-timer's guide to AFCON 2027 Nairobi accommodation and the city.

August 22, 2026 · 8 min read

Safari Planning

Safaris in Nairobi: The Complete Guide to a Nairobi Safari

You don't have to leave the capital to go on safari. How to plan a Nairobi National Park game drive, nearby wildlife experiences and where to stay.

October 1, 2026 · 10 min read

Travel Guides

New York to Nairobi: A Complete Guide to Flights, Travel Time & Arriving in Kenya

Nonstop flights from JFK, the time difference, entry requirements and how we'd spend your first few nights in Nairobi before safari.

October 3, 2026 · 12 min read