SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari Trip with Morningstar Safaris Kenya
My family and I had an amazing trip with Morningstar Safaris in Kenya from 20th to 28th July . It was supposed to be a lifetime experience and my family thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
We started to plan for the trip in February and contacted a few agencies for quotation at www.safaribookings.com. While most of the agencies have similar packages, we chose Morningstar because of their flexibility, price transparency and professional communication. Alice Mora, who was the agent handling our trip at Morningstar, was prompt in communication, provided all the necessary details even before asking and created a custom itinerary for us. Given the short time, we wanted to stay the first night at Amboseli or Naivasha (instead of Nairobi) to maximize our safari experience. It was only Morningstar that was able to provide a viable customized trip plan accommodating this request.
After the initial payment (40% of the total amount), Alice kept us updated on the progress of the hotel bookings on a regular basis. As it was the peak season, she was not able to book us the same hotel in Amboseli (we stayed 2 nights at different hotels). That said, she was proactive and upfront in her communication. The payment process was also hassle free as it was done online with Pesapal taking less than 10 minutes of time.
After we landed in Kenya, we met with our guide/driver Surat who helped to create an exceptional experience for us. Surat is an experienced driver who is operating in the Kenyan safaris for last 9+ years. He was friendly, fluent in English, highly familiar with animals and knows the intricate roads of Kenya (he used some rural roads to cut the travel time from Nakuru to Masai Mara). Because of his amazing spotting abilities we were lucky to get close to a pride of lions while there was no other cars nearby. He also helped us to spot a lone cheetah on the road while we were travelling from Nakuru to Masai Marah!
Given my experience above, I would highly recommend Morningstar to any tourists going for a safari experience in Kenya. At the same time, we would love to come back again to explore the other parts of this great country!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very knowledgeable
Duncan is the go to person. From pick up to drop off he was very good and on time. He didn’t feel pressured when we were at the safari following other people. He took his own roots and most of the time he was the first to sport the animals.we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him if you want a reliable driver and guide go to him anytime.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect travel with interesting guide
It's been a while since I came back from Tanzania, and I still miss those ten days.
Miky is a very responsible, funny, big boy. He greeted us warmly when we came out of the airport. We went to Tarangirre Park, Serengeti Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania was the most beautiful place I've ever been. Miky is a good driver, very caring, very expert in finding animals. We gathered the top five of Africa and saw rhinos in the distance. After the prairie tour, Miky took us to the Marseille market to buy souvenirs. Because my friends love to play basketball, Miky and Nickson took us to play basketball with local friends and had roast lamb at the local market for lunch, which was really delicious.
I also compared a lot in the process of choosing a local contact agency, I found that Mujuni company is cost-effective, reply to emails is very timely, choose this company will not be wrong! Hope we can meet again!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Eyes of Tanzania makes your dreams come true!
Our safari with Eyes of Tanzania was nothing short of magical! We explored the stunning Arusha National Park, the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, the wonderful Tarangire national park and the beautiful Lake Manyara. Every destination offered breathtaking views and incredible wildlife encounters. The organization was flawless, and the guides were not only knowledgeable but also deeply passionate about the natural beauty of Tanzania. A special thank you and all our love to Rose—your warmth and dedication made this adventure truly unforgettable. We will definitely book again!
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime experience
It lives up to its name - AMAZING! John was our guide and driver and he was very knowledgable, patient and supportive. We learnt so much about animals from him during the trip and saw what we wanted to see thanks to John. We even witnessed the river crossing which was definitely the highlight of the trip. For those who are considering, go with Amazing Memories Safari and you will not be disappointed.
SI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Communication was quick, effective and kind.
They were really flexible - we changed the location of our pick up and they arranged that quickly.
Good reliability.
Be carefull about the money you bring - they accept only dollars from 2009 and above!
We had THE BEST guide! Jeremy is really experienced, intuitive and passionate. The next time we’re comming he will be our guide, for sure!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari with small kid with Mwema
Communicated with Simon while we were still in USA via WhatsApp.. he was good in explaining all the intricacies and details of this safari trip. When landed at NBO, his assigned Tour guide / driver Mr. Richard picked us up from Airport and we were on our way to Masaai Mara. Richard was very good and knowledgeable. He made us comfortable and spoke perfect English. He spotted animals and other key things to see which we would have never spotted. Driving skill wise he was good and not aggressive on road which is how we like it to be. We needed some help mid safari and Mr. Simon was able to help us out and modify trip accordingly. We selected mid option for stay between budget and Luxury and were generally happy with the camps..Throughout the trip Richard was happy to stop wherever we wanted for pictures and even went back as we forgot our charger in one of our camp. Overall we are very happy and would recommend them to anyone looking for good safari. PS Simon is USA based to its easy to deal with for USD transfer, etc
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly organised tour operator
We were 4 adults going for the African safari to Masai Mara for the first time and were a bit apprehensive that how will be the facilities and the safari itself! However, we were delighted more and more as we progressed in the Safari, starting from Nairobi, then staying at the beautiful tents at “Olive Bush Camp” at Masai Mara, riding on the hot air balloon and seeing the animals below with the sunrise, then visiting Naivasha, Nakuru and finally ending the trip at “The Ark” at the mountain in Aberdere national park! The whole tour was simply AMAZING and kudos to Aparajita for organising it so well and also our guide, David, who really took care to ensure that we reach everywhere on time and get the best views and experiences.
Thank you both for making our safari a memorable experience of a lifetime!!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Best Safari Ever!
Lucas was absolutely incredible from start to finish. He was very responsive and easy to communicate with and made preparing for the safari so easy by sharing lots of really useful tips including a packing list. The safari itself actually exceeded my expectations (and I had relatively high expectations of Botswana)! Our safari vehicle was much better than any others we saw on safari. It's got some great modifications which make it perfect for photography! Plus, Lucas' team was fantastic. Our chef, Mosa, was a culinary genius and his food was so delicious. The rest of the team really went out of their way to ensure we had a comfortable time mobile camping. The tents were also fantastic with comfy beds. Onto the safari, Lucas is an exceptional guide. He knows everything about the flora and fauna of Botswana and is really fantastic at tracking and understanding their behaviour. We saw every animal that we wished to see and more. My wish-list was wild dogs and leopards and we had incredible sightings of both! Wild For Game Safaris was absolutely amazing and I'd feel confident recommending them to anyone who wishes to go on safari in Botswana. I can't wait to come back and go on another safari with Lucas!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice.
The hotel is good.I like and the Safari plan is good as well. And the owner is very warm.
