Taking you to the exotic African wild!
Morning Star Tours & Travel
- Located In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2018)
- Member Of:
- IATA, KATO, AMREF & TOSK
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $134 to $806 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Lorraine | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Service Experience
I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional service provided by JoySharon Kendi, Joshua and Morning Star Tours and Travel during my recent trip to Kenya.
From the initial inquiries to the final goodbye, every interaction was marked by professionalism, efficiency, and genuine hospitality.
I travelled by my husband and 12 year old son. We spent 4 days/ 3 nights at Maasai Mara.
Masai Mara was an amazing experience. We stayed at Mara Maisha Camp Club. The tent had an electric fence and onsite security 24/7. The camp was perfect.
Here are a few highlights of my experience that truly stood out:
1. Personalized Itinerary: The itinerary crafted perfectly matched my preferences and allowed me to experience the best of Masai Mara within my schedule.
2. Knowledgeable Guides: Joshua was our guide. He was not only knowledgeable about the wildlife and local culture but also passionate about sharing his insights, which enriched our understanding and appreciation of Kenya.
3. Attention to Detail: Every aspect of the tour was meticulously planned, from transportation to accommodation and dining arrangements. I never had to worry about logistics, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the experience.
4. Flexibility and Communication: I appreciated how responsive and accommodating Morning Star was to my requests and inquiries. They were flexible when I needed to make adjustments to my schedule and ensured smooth communication throughout.
5. Memorable Experiences: Whether it was witnessing the breathtaking sunrise over the Masai Mara or encountering wildlife up close, every moment was unforgettable and made possible by their expertise and dedication to detail.
I certainly recommend Morning Star services to anyone visiting Kenya in the future.
Email Claire Crawley | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Morningstar Safaris were first class. So very pleased we chose them for our incredible trip to Kenya
We can’t speak highly enough of Morningstar Safaris. Dennis was so very friendly and helpful when we were going through the fact finding and booking stage. He was so very quick and thorough with his communication….we actually don’t think he sleeps! Our itinerary for our 12 day safari / beach combo was really detailed and was tailored perfectly for us as a family.
Alex was our guide for the safari part of our trip, travelling to 6 different national parks all over Kenya. He was amazing and such a big part of what made our trip so memorable. Such a friendly and happy person, making us all feel so comfortable… even our teenage kids! His knowledge and enthusiasm was so infectious , we loved soaking it all in. He definitely had the magic touch and made our time so special.
Asanti sana to Alex, Dennis and all at Morningstar. We will never forget our time with you in Kenya!
Email Wei | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organised, fast response
Happy travels to Amboseli national park , friendly driver, well organised travel, amazing
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Email Wilberto | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very responsive and easy to work with
Following onto my one sentence description, Morning Star Tours (MST) accommodated me in several ways. First, they were very flexible and tailored my safaris in the order that I wanted to see the various national parks. In addition, in the 3 or 4 months before my travels I had made several changes of venues, but especially on my travel dates as they kept changing, but MST was understanding and worked to fill my needs. In regard to the safari itself, our driver Mwololo knew the landscape well and were the best spots for viewing animals were. His knowledge of the animals, the towns we passed and its people, and the vegetation was supreme. So overall we were satisfied. The only thing MST could improve on was the vehicle we used. Mechanically there was nothing wrong and we trusted that it could get us anywhere, but some simple TLC on the interior, and especially on the side door which we had trouble opening so our driver had to mostly get out to open it for us. I'm sure sand gets into the areas of the latch making it harder as we went along, but we had a little trouble from the beginning. Regardless, it was a minor inconvenience, and does not take away from me recommending MST to someone else in the future. Thanks for a trip of a lifetime
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Email Andreas M | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari adventure
For our 9-day safari we visited Tsavo west, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Ol Pejeta, Lake Naivasha and Masai Mara. Big thanks to Alice and the whole team for organizing everything and making us feel well taken care off during the whole trip.
Our driver guide was an excellent driver, and it was very clear that he knew all the parks very well. He made sure we found all the good spots, and we got to see almost everything we wanted to see, including a leopard and a river crossing in Masai Mara.
The reason we can't give a 5-star review is because of shortcomings in our view related to our driver guide. In short we expected our driver guide to be our guide, in addition to our driver. We felt that the role as guide was less prioritized and he focused only on the work of being a driver.
From the start we did not get the impression that he was interested in getting to know us.
We felt it was difficult to keep a conversation going, and he was using his phone a lot.
We expressed on several occations that we wanted as much time spent on game drives as possible. Almost always he proposed less time driving, and we had to negotiate to get some more time. This made us feel quite
uncomfortable. At times we felt the mood in the car was not good, and on several occations felt we were a liability.
In Masai Mara he proposed a game drive much shorter than what was stated in our itenerary. We raised this with the booking team, which clearified this with the driver, making the last safari day worry-free and a wonderfull day for us.
On a last note, we would absolutely consider traveling with Morningstar again, and also recommend them to our family and friends. We would however try to better align the expectations prior to arrival.
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Email Jin | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The driver's service was excellent and highly recommended.
The driver's service was excellent and highly recommended. The daily schedule is very tight
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Email Hong Yuan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The service and the price of the travel agency are all great!
First of all, Morningstar has an advantage in booking hotels. They can order hotels that other travel agencies can't order, such as Naivasha sopa.Thanks Dennis！
Secondly, the guides Alex and Glen are very responsible and smart. They will take care of our feelings and look for animals seriously and try their best to meet our requirements. Thank you!
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Email Dufan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari experience with James!
I recently visited Kenya and was hosted by MorningStar. Our guide, James, was simply fantastic. We first went to Masai Mara, then Lake Naivasha, and finally Amboseli. James was very dedicated in helping us find animals in the national parks. He has a lot of knowledge about the animals and shared many interesting facts with us. His enthusiasm made our trip very enjoyable and informative. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, and many other animals up close. James always made sure we were safe and comfortable throughout the journey. The entire trip was well-organized, and everything went smoothly. We really appreciate James and MorningStar for an unforgettable safari experience. Highly recommend their service to anyone planning a trip to Kenya!
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Email Desiree & Aaron | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommended, perfect Safari
From the start, Dennis at Morningstar was very friendly and communicative. He helped us tailor an 8-day Safari according to our wishes and needs, and the entire process went smoothly. We visited Masai Mara, Lakes Nakuru & Naivasha, Amboseli and Tsavo West & East, ending our journey on the coast. All bookings and reservations went without a hitch, and Dennis remained in close contact throughout the Safari. All our accommodations were clean & well presented, with excellent amenities, courteous staff and delicious food. At the conclusion of our Safari, Dennis ensured we were transferred to our final destination with a free transfer, which was greatly appreciated.
We were picked up from our Nairobi hotel by our driver Augustine in his trusty Land Cruiser. Augustine immediately made a positive impression, being friendly and outgoing. He displays a true passion for his work, and his extensive knowledge of Kenyan wildlife, geography and culture made even the journeys between reserves & national parks fun and engaging. While on game drives he helped us experience a wide diversity of animals up close, while ensuring we stayed safe and avoided disturbing wildlife in their natural environments. He kept us briefed of the daily schedules, and was always on time at the start of each day.
Thanks to the tireless and professional work of Dennis, Augustine and everyone else at Morningstar, we had a truly unforgettable holiday in beautiful Kenya, and would not hesitate to book our next Safari with them.
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Email Valentina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great experience
We had a 8 days tour around Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo and lakes Naivasha and Nakuru. Everything was smooth and well organized, our guide, John, was prepared and fun, always punctual, and he knew everybody, which is always a good thing since since everything is possible in Africa if you know the right people :-)
The lodges/camps selected were all good despite the fact that we booked last minute and the transfers were organized conveniently.
In short, we had a great time there.
