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
Email Hannah | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
I cannot reccomend Morningstar enough for helping us live a once in a life time experience. Everything was communicated well and was smoothly arranged for us with no issues. Our driver, James was very passionate about his job and knowledgeable about the areas we were in and the animals we were seeing. He took us on routes away from where the main cars were going, which meant we saw Elephants and Rhinos close up, and other animals we may not have otherwise seen. He was always punctual and friendly (even at 6 am)! By the end of our few days with him, he felt like a member of the family. I would also like to acknowledge Alice, who was so lovely and perfect to communicate with and helped us plan the trip. Alice and James are truly an asset to Morningstar. I would recommend Morningstar to anyone who wants a stress-free and well-organised safari, with professional and friendly drivers.
Email Ajanta | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari experience
My husband and me were born in Nairobi Kenya and returned for a holiday after 50ish years
Our driver James was friendly professional and composed
We did the sunrise and sunset safari to Amboselli -saw giraffes zebra cheetah rhino hippo many elephants etc.
Unforgettable experience with memories made which we will cherish forever
We have just returned (today!) from a 10 night holiday in Kenya where both my parents were born. It was their first time going back to Kenya in over 50 years!
We had a driver called James who took us out on safari in his vehicle last week and to and from Amboseli National Park.
We got on ever so well with him and he became a good friend to our family. He was friendly, helpful, professional and reliable. He even came out to dinner with us on Wednesday evening along with Alice from Morning star. Alice was in contact with my sister both before & during our stay. She was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and so easy to get along with. I would like to thank both James and Alice for our experience and hope to see them again in the future. If using the company for airport transfers, please allow plenty of time and perhaps ask to be collected earlier as our transfer was 30 minutes late due to traffic which meant we were rushing to reach the airport before check in closed and under pressure to get there. Other than this blip, we had an extremely pleasant experience using Morning Star.
Email Harry | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience and great staff
From the moment we met James and Alice and throughout our time with Morningstar we couldn't have asked for more. Alice put together a perfect package for our family of 8 at a great price and kept in touch along the way. James was our Safari guide/driver for 3 days and he was brilliant throughout. Very professional, knowledgeable and personable and felt like part of the family by the end of our short time together. Would 100% recommend Morningstar and especially both Alice and James to anybody.
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Email Anumeha | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The trip felt authentic and not overly touristy.
My safari in Kenya with Morningstar was absolutely amazing! The whole trip was well-organized, with great hotels and everything running smoothly. The trip felt authentic and not overly touristy.
We met our guide, Willi, on the first day when he picked us up from the hotel and right away I could tell we were in good hands.
Willi really went the extra mile on the game drives making sure we got to fully experience the magic of the Masai Mara — all while being respectful to the animals.
Willi’s also super knowledgeable. He really entertained our curiosity and shared so much about the wildlife and local culture. It turned into such a cool learning experience!
All in all such a memorable trip. If you're thinking about a safari, I can’t recommend Morning Star & Willi enough — he’s hardworking, genuine, and clearly loves what he does.
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Email Dhruv | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unmatched experience that was catered to our liking
We had an absolutely incredible experience with Morningstar Tours and Travels for our recent safari in Kenya! From the moment we started planning our trip from Seattle, Dennis Kimeu, their Operations Lead, was outstanding. He worked closely with us to personalize our itinerary, and his communication was top-notch—always prompt, even during late-night hours in his time zone. His responsiveness and professionalism made planning a breeze.
Our safari guide, Willy, was equally exceptional. Incredibly polite and easy to talk to, he offered thoughtful recommendations whenever we were unsure and tailored each day to our pace and preferences—whether it was early game drives or relaxed mornings. His deep knowledge of Kenya’s wildlife, culture, history, and the Maasai people made our longer drives fly by. We had the surreal experience of seeing lions up close in Maasai Mara—so close we could have petted them (though we didn’t!). Willy, who calls Mara his “second home,” made that possible.
He also shared valuable insights for the future, including the best times to visit Kenya’s parks for optimal wildlife viewing (hint: not July–September), which we’ll be passing along to our friends and family planning their own adventures.
The Land Cruiser we had was in great condition and handled all terrains comfortably.
If you’re considering a safari, skip the foreign middlemen and book directly with a local company like Morningstar. With Dennis’s thoughtful coordination and Willy’s unmatched guiding, you’re guaranteed a phenomenal experience. Highly recommend!
SK
Email Ivan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very helpful in every possible way and also very flexible regarding the schedule and tour activities
We had an absolutely incredible experience with Morningstar Agency during our Masai Mara safari in May 2025. From start to finish, the service was outstanding. The agency was impressively flexible, allowing us to tailor the schedule and trip components to fit our preferences perfectly. They arranged everything for us—not just the safari itself, but also visits to the Carnivore Restaurant, the Giraffe Sanctuary, and the Karen Blixen House.
Our driver, Alex, was fantastic. He was extremely knowledgeable about the local wildlife and nature, and always happy to share fascinating facts. His driving was calm and safe, never rushed or risky, yet he still managed to keep us on schedule every day.
A special thanks also goes to Winnie, our agent, who made everything seamless. When we faced an issue with lost luggage, she and the team went out of their way to help us recover it—completely free of charge.
We can only recommend Morningstar Agency and especially Winnie for anyone looking to plan a memorable safari experience. We're already planning our next adventure with them!
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Email Kate | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful Trip
We did a four day trip with Morning Star that included one night in Lake Nakuru and two in Masai Mara. Our guide, Will, was amazing and checked in with us often as to what we wanted to see and how we were doing. He was very thoughtful and answered all questions (very knowledgeable about the animals and environment). The safari truck was comfortable and safe and it was nice being in the same vehicle with Willy throughout the whole trip.
Willy ensured we saw the Big Six! He was in contact with the other guides and managed to get us some incredible spots to see loads of animals.
The lodges they chose were comfortable and enjoyable (good food too). Joy and Willy were always in touch to answer questions before as well. I can't say enough good things about them and this trip. Awesome.
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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!
IE
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.
