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 KJ | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
From start to finish the service from Morningstar, particularly Alice Moraa was excellent. She planned our trip per our specifications and everything ran according to the schedule and itinerary she had planned for us. We did the luxury 5 day safari in Kenya which included only road transfers (no flights), excellent lodges, and the hot air balloon safari. We had John as our guide and he was great; very knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. The only negative is that we had an older Landcruiser for the first day of our trip with ripped seat covers and dust; it was clear looking at other safari vehicles that ours was not up to par with others. However, when I brought this up to Alice on day 2 of the trip she was able to get us a new vehicle within about an hour since we were driving through Nairobi- which was excellent service on her part. The only feedback we would have to Morningstar is to just upgrade all of the vehicles, as it unnecessarily hindered our otherwise overwhelmingly positive experience. Thank you Alice and John for planning an unforgettable trip!
Reply from Morning Star Tours & Travel
Posted on Mar 26, 2025Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're delighted that your five-day luxury safari in Kenya was a memorable and meaningful journey. Having a passionate guide like John makes all the difference, and we're thrilled to know he helped create such memorable moments for you. We're also delighted that Alice provided excellent support during the booking process, creating an itinerary that made the most of your time.
We appreciate you bringing the issue with the vehicle on the first day to Alice. To uphold our high standards in the tourism industry and ensure we deliver exceptional service to all our clients, we have acquired a new fleet of 4x4 Land Cruisers, one of which you used for the rest of your safari. We have also upgraded our vehicles to ensure the safety and comfort of all our guests during their adventures.
We’re honored to have been part of your adventure, and we’d love to welcome you back for another unforgettable journey in the future!
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Email Daniel and Ellen Moynihan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Week in Kenya 🇰🇪 all organised by the amazing Morning Star Tours and Joy.
We had the most amazing experience in Kenya. Morning Star tours were a dream to work with from start to finish, Joy was so helpful in organising and planning our trip from start to finish, we were even able to contact her via What’s app, a brilliant service. Joy also made the special effort to come and meet us in Nairobi.
From the minute we arrived in Kenya we felt at home, our tour guide James was waiting for us at the airport. His smile and good mood was infectious. James was so much fun and so knowledgeable, we had the best week ever with him.. Long days in the jeep flew by with James, his knowledge on Kenya and all the parks/animals was amazing, the effort he put in to locate the animals we wanted to see, his patience and most of all the conversations, laughs and Afro beats music. The dream guide!
We highly recommend Morning Star Tours and you will be very lucky if you have Joy and James looking after you.
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Email Mike | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
THE BEST!
First of all, from the very beginning Denis from Morning Star was very responsive and accommodating putting together a custom tour for our group. Always responding quickly and thoroughly to any questions or alternative options - I knew right away this was the tour operator for us. The trip exceeded our expectations, from the lodging accommodations, communication, vehicle, and especially our guide - Alex. Friendly, polite, accommodating, humorous, energetic - Alex was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and always seemed to be in the right place at the right time, it didn't hurt that he appeared to be incredibly plugged in to the safari scene and seemingly knowing everyone. We had incredible up close and personal experiences with the big 5 and so much more. We stayed at Ol Tukai Lodge in Amboseli, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge at Lake Nakuru, and Zebra River Camp at Masai Mara and all were very nice with good food. I have to give a special shout to Joseph and his staff at Zebra River Camp - such an exceptional intimate property with impeccable service! Trip of a lifetime for our family and couldn't be more pleased with our experience with Morning Star Tours - Denis and Alex were awesome, highly recommend!
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Email Alicia | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The tour operator provided excepcional service, ensuring an enjoyable experience.
I had an outstanding experience with this safari agency. Their responsiveness was remarkable; they replied almost immediately via WhatsApp or email, making me feel supported throughout the booking process. They provided a full and detailed plan of the safaris well in advance, which was incredibly useful for our preparations. Our driver, Alex Masila, was exceptional. He made us feel very safe on all the roads through Kenya and was knowledgeable about wildlife. His flexibility and adaptability ensured we had a fantastic and personalized safari experience. Highly recommended!
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Email Joe | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredibly knowledgeable and kind - always seeming to get us in prime animal viewing locations.
Where to begin! Alex was an incredible guide always positioning the vehicle in the perfect spot compared to other companies for up close encounters with the animals in Amboseli, Nakuru, and Masai Mara. His 10+ years of experience were on full display sharing interesting facts about the animals, the history of the parks, and Kenyan culture. Alex moved us from park to park efficiently and the Land Cruiser was comfortable with consistently re-supplied bottled water and a pop-up roof for viewing. We successfully saw the Big 5 before the trip was even halfway over! The accommodations were alap excellent, providing comfortable sleeping areas and enjoyable food and beverage. We worked with Dennis to select the Ol Tukai Lodge, Sarova Lion Hill Lodge, and Zebra River Camp! Overall, cannot express enough positive thoughts on the experience provided by Alex and Morningstar!
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Email Shawna | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Alex's good nature, expertise and hospitality made this a trip of a lifetime.
We chose this company for its quality and positive reviews. When we had questions we were answered promptly. The itinerary was perfect for our group of six. It was turnkey and every last detail was planned and executed by Morningstar and Alex. Our hotels and lunch spots were well coordinated and communication was strong. If you are considering a tour operator, I would highly recommend Alex and Morningstar.
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Email Skye | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Experience
We had the most amazing time on our 5 day safari in Kenya. Our guide, Alex, was incredible. Thanks to his expertise, we were able to see the big 5, plus so many more amazing animals. The logistics of the trip were seamless, and overall we had such an stress-free safari experience.
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Email Evan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Morningstar is absolutely the best experience you could ask for.
We had an amazing experience with Morningstar. Alex was the best guide. He is very experienced and knowledgeable and always gets you in the best spots for stunning photos of the wildlife.
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Email Scott and Lori | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Committed to giving us the best safari experience possible
Willie was very punctual and knew the area very well. He was an excellent driver who was able to get us to see so many animals ! He adjusted to our goals and was very pleasant.
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Email Nadà and Michael | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, responsive and memorable
My husband and I selected Morningstar Safaris to accompany us throughout our very first Safari experience in Kenya during our honeymoon. It is safe to say that it was a memorable experience, we loved the attention to detail. We have requested a package for a private tour in 3 locations and that is exactly what Dennis provided us with. We visited Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara. Everything is taken care of and you can just sit and enjoy the journey. Throughout the 6 days our guide, Willy, ensured we had a smooth trip across all the safari points. He followed everything timely and as planned. His passion and expertise made us not only spot animal in the wild but also getting to know them better. For anyone doing this the first time, it is not given that you can spot all animals, however, Willy went on and beyond so we saw Cheetah, Lions, Elephants, Rhinos and many more. Another thing we also enjoyed is the transparency and clarity of the program throughout the 6 days and the responsiveness in communication. Last but not least, all the accommodations have been on point (Entim has been our highlight for the adventuros experience of sleeping in a tent with not fence and also the food as well as the staff super attentive). Another thing we appreciated is the rescheduling of the giraffe center as we unfortunately ran out of time on our last day and Simon who picked us up has been a truly welcoming and supportive person ensuring we were fine from start to finish. To anyone looking to a professional and passionate safari operator, don’t miss booking with these guys! (trust me when I say saw we reviewed 10 of the top tour operators including accommodations one by one including what they offer and they ended up being the best ones quality-price wise!)