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Morning Star Tours & Travel
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- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2018)
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- IATA, KATO, AMREF & TOSK
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- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
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KERWTZUG
- Price Range:
- $134 to $806 ppper person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
Email M Grn | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible experience, professional driver and guide
We did the 7 day safari journey with morning star, our driver Gabriel was phenomenal. The days were very long and there was a bit of driving, but because of this we got to see so many different safari environments and so many species. Gabriel was incredible at both driving and spotting all animals. His knowledge of the land and species was excellent. We saw the big 5 and so much more, we were respectful to the wildlife and kept safe distances. This trip created some unforgettable memories for us. Morningstar were so organised with information, check in details and reminders about things like visas. They took care of all the lodge bookings, car hires, additional tours and we even go an upgrade for our first two nights. I would strongly recommend this tour group, we had the best time.
HU
Email Rebeka | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our tour operator was the perfect mix of delight, knowledge and experience. Would choose him again.
After spending 5 days in Kenya, we have one regret only: not spending more days there. We were lucky enough to have seen it all: the big five, the angry five, elephants crossing in front of the Kilimanjaro, the wildbeest crossing the Mara river, black and white rhinos and lion cubs of all sizes just to name some of it. With the help of Beryl we were able to organize a trip where we had the opportunity to visit several parks and thinking back, we wouldn’t have skipped a single one of them.
James, our tourguide was a real pleasure to meet. Always there, always upbeat, trying to teach us about the culture, about the animals, giving us tips and answering all our questions, no matter how silly they were. One can tell, he does really enjoy what he is doing and he is doing it exceptionally good. If anyone asks for a recomendation in the future from us, no doubt we will tell them to go for Morningstar and specially, to ask for James! We are already wishing we could go back.
Email Frank | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience for Africa Safari
We had the pleasure of spending four days in Kenya with our guide, Tim, and the experience exceeded all of our expectations.
Tim was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about wildlife. His excellent tracking skills and deep understanding of animal behavior allowed us to see an amazing variety of wildlife, including the Big Five, along with many other unforgettable sightings. He always knew where to go while remaining respectful of the animals and other visitors.
Beyond his expertise, Tim was patient, friendly, and attentive throughout the trip. He made sure we were comfortable, answered all of our questions, and shared fascinating insights about Kenya’s wildlife, landscape, and culture. His enthusiasm made every game drive exciting and memorable.
Thanks to Tim, our safari became a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We highly recommend him to anyone visiting Kenya. If you’re fortunate enough to have Tim as your guide, you’re in excellent hands!
very good experience
experienced tour guide
See all big five
See cheetah hunting
Tim was very experienced and allowed us to see all the Big 5 animals.
Tim is an extremely experienced driver amongst the Masai Mara Park (20+ years of experience). He helped us find animals such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. His english is very good and there were no communication problems. He was also very patient and got the best view for each animals, allowing us to get some amazing photos. Tim also brings the luck because seeing leopards isn’t very common.
Email Bo | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Email Yuki Miura | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, trustworthy, and truly passionate about creating unforgettable safari experiences.
Outstanding Safari Experience – Joseph and Alex Were Simply Exceptional
Our family of four had an unforgettable safari in Kenya with Morningstar Tours & Travel. From the moment we arrived until the day we left, everything was organized smoothly and professionally.
The highlight of our trip was without question our guide, Joseph, together with Alex. They were absolutely outstanding. Joseph’s knowledge of wildlife, the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, and Kenyan culture was incredible. He had an amazing ability to spot animals that we never would have seen ourselves, and he always positioned the vehicle perfectly for photography. Thanks to him, we enjoyed unforgettable sightings, including cheetahs, lions, elephants, rhinos, and so much more.
Traveling with two children can be challenging, but Joseph was patient, kind, and wonderful with our kids. We always felt safe, well cared for, and never rushed. His calm personality, professionalism, and genuine passion for what he does made the entire experience truly special.
Alex was also fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. Together they made a perfect team.
A special thank you as well to Beryl, who coordinated everything before and during our trip. Communication was excellent, and every detail was handled with care.
This was honestly one of the best family vacations we have ever taken. We are already planning to return next year, and we sincerely hope Joseph can be our guide again.
Thank you, Morningstar Tours & Travel, for memories our family will treasure for a lifetime. We wholeheartedly recommend this company to anyone visiting Kenya.
Email Shannon McGown | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding service throughout—exceeded expectations and made this the best holiday ever
My husband and I booked our safari with Morning Star Tours & Travel as part of our honeymoon, and it exceeded every expectation we had.
A huge thank you to our driver and safari guide, Julius, who was absolutely incredible and now a dear friend. His knowledge of the animals, their behaviour, and the ecosystem was outstanding. Thanks to his expertise, we were fortunate enough to see the Big Five within just three game drives. What made the experience even more special was that Julius never revealed what information he was receiving over the radio. Instead, he would quietly drive us to the location and surprise us with each sighting, which made every encounter feel magical.
We were lucky enough to witness some truly unforgettable moments, including a leopard resting in a tree with its kill and lion cubs that were only a few weeks old. These are memories that will stay with us forever.
We’d also like to give a special shoutout to Winnie, our tour consultant, who has been fantastic from the very beginning. Since we first booked in November 2025, she has been incredibly responsive, helpful, and patient. She provided us with numerous itinerary options, was always happy to accommodate any changes, even at short notice, and answer my many questions throughout planning the safari! Winnie really has made the whole process so easy and stress free.
We loved our safari experience so much that we ended up extending our safari by booking an additional three-day safari with Morning Star and specifically requested Julius again as our guide. That alone speaks volumes about how exceptional our experience was.
We are so glad we chose Morning Star Tours & Travel. They have given us the trip of a lifetime, and we will always be grateful for the memories they helped create. We would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
SE
Email Catharina Larsson | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Made our dream Safari come true
We wanted to make a trip of a lifetime and with the best advice from Morning Star Tours & Travel it really did exceed all our expectations. Communication with Alice at Morning Star Tours & Travel was fast and clear. Everything went exactly according to plan and the Lodges we stayed at were very nice. We did not only get to see the big five, but also learned so much about many other animals from our dedicated and skilled guide Mwololo. Watching a leopard stroll by the Jeep, lion cubs playing & nursing or an elephant herd passing by in the sunset can not be described in words… This trip has made a great impression on us & our children and we would love to go back to experience the big migration. We will then undoubtedly choose Morning Star Tours & Travel with Mwololo as our guide again. Can’t thank you enough for this amazing experience!
Email Stan and Nancy | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE - WONDERFUL TEAM!!
We had an outstanding 11-day Kenya safari, visiting four locations including Samburu, the Masai Mara, and the Naboisho Conservancy. The trip was beautifully planned, very well organized, and exactly the kind of experience we hoped for.
A few things really stood out:
PLANNING WAS EXCELLENT
This was both a family and a photography-oriented safari so it was specialized. I provided the needs and wants and Dennis developed the itinerary to match.
COMMUNICATION WAS GREAT
Dennis communicated clearly, followed through on every commitment, and went above and beyond when our luggage did not arrive with us. He tracked it down and found a way to get it delivered to us, which was a huge relief.
DRIVERS - JAMES AND STEPHEN - WERE GREAT.
We had drivers arranged by the company for seven days and camp drivers for four days, and all of them were excellent. Their two drivers, James and Stephen, were knowledgeable, informative, very good drivers, and fun to be with. We enjoyed every minute with them. James and Stephen were flexible, responsive to what we wanted to do, and offered options rather than just sticking to a rigid schedule. They were also very protective of us, almost as if they were leading a family vacation. One of our favorite bits of practical safari wisdom was when they explained that the best way to find elephants was to “follow the poop.” It worked!
ANIMALS WERE ABUNDENT!
We saw everything we hoped for including Big Five and Samburu Special Five.
JEEPS WERE PERFECT
The jeeps were comfortable, had excellent open viewing, and there were only the two of us in a six-person vehicle, which made the experience feel private and relaxed.
TOOK CARE OF LITTLE THINGS
At one point, one of us hurt a knee slightly and was having a little trouble getting in and out of the jeep. James noticed without making a big deal of it and borrowed a stepping stool to make it easier. That kind of quiet attention says a lot.
NO SURPRISE COSTS
With a trip like this, you always worry a little about “extras” being added on top of the original bill. In our case, the total extras over 11 days came to only $34, and that was for an option that we chose.
PROBLEMS?
The only problem was the weather. We only had 10 days out of 11 that were great. It rained for a whole hour one day!
IN A NUTSHELL
It was a wonderful safari and a very well-run trip. Experience could not have been better. We would definitely use them again. In fact, we have already started talking about another trip.
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