African Big Cats Safaris
- Offices In:
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United States
Australia
Canada
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Member Of:
- TATO & TTB
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,100 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Ken & Benita | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Attentive.Dedicated.Caring.Reliable
We received several offers from different companies for our Safari tour. After reviewing the offers, we found the 9-Day Honeymoon Safari package from African Big Cats and thought it would be perfect for our 25th wedding anniversary celebration. Knowing nothing about the company, we first reviewed their information, then looked at their reviews. They received good reviews everywhere we saw, so we decided to go with them.
African Big Cats walked us through this entire process with care. They required an initial deposit, and the balance was due three weeks before arrival - I appreciated that. Naomi was patient, dedicated, responsive, and attentive to every detail. She arranged our flight to and from Zanzibar. She even took care to recommend a day hotel to rest before our flight home. This recommendation was the respite we didn’t know we needed, but she did. We were able to get some rest, shower, and eat a meal before heading to the airport for the 25-hour flight home.
In addition, it was great to have Emmanuel meet us before the journey began to check on us and discuss our Safari trip. Our guide, Venance, was very informative, answering questions, providing context, and information regarding people, places, and things. He is well-versed in the ecosystem and animals in each park. The lunches for each day were good, and every lodge chosen in the package was outstanding, and the service was impeccable. We were in awe with each one having its unique design and architecture. Each lodge celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary, and each time was special, a memory to never forget.
Our beach journey was great too. Our car service was with Simba Tour, and again, they took care of us. The Z Hotel was beautiful.
If you want to feel safe, secure, and loved, then choose African Big Cats for your Safari journey – we are so glad that we did!
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Email Paul | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgable
Our experience was superb. My wife and I traveled to Tanzania for our honeymoon and African Big Cat Safari took care of everything for us. Our guide, Vinasce, was very polite and easy to talk to. He was very knowledgeable and put a lot of extra attention into making sure the experience met our expectations which he definitely exceeded.
Email Elliott | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our 5-day safari with African Big Cats was exceptional, thanks to our amazing guide Zab whose knowle
Our 5-day safari with African Big Cats was outstanding and made even more special by our incredible guide, Zab. From the moment we met him, it was clear we were in the best hands. He was knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about making our experience unforgettable. He wasn’t just aiming for “good” – he wanted everything to be excellent.
Zab had an unbelievable eye for spotting wildlife. While other vehicles drove past, he would stop and point out animals we never would have seen. He truly had eyes like a hawk. His warmth, humour and insight into both wildlife and local culture added so much to the trip.
On the first day, we stopped for lunch at a quiet, scenic spot with just the three of us, well away from the main crowds, and with a breathtaking view. It was a thoughtful touch and set the tone for the rest of the safari.
Everything was incredibly well organised. Communication with African Big Cats was brilliant from start to finish, and they even arranged a surprise birthday treat, which was a lovely gesture. The pre-safari briefing and the debrief helped everything feel smooth and added a personal touch.
Everywhere we stayed was exceptional. We came away with amazing memories and huge appreciation for Zab and the whole team. Highly recommended.
NZ
Email Lance and Sheree | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
My wife and I did the 11 day safari and Zanzibar tour with African big cat Safaris. We had an amazing trip visiting Tarangire, Ngorogoro, Serengeti and Lake Manyara as well as relaxing for five nights in Zanzibar. Our safari guide Dominick was extremely helpful and knowledgeable, he was also a careful and safe driver which is very important ,we saw several other jeeps that had been involved in serious accidents during our safari. A perfect way to ruin your trip of a lifetime.
On safari we were able to see lots of the wildlife including many encounters with the elephants, lions, buffalo , rhino ,cheetah and catch a glimpse of a leopard disappearing into the undergrowth also numerous other species of antelope ,bird and mammal.
Zanzibar was the perfect counter to the early starts of safari and a good relaxing way to end the holiday
All the accomodation arranged was of a good standard and the food was superb wherever we went. The picnic lunches during the day on safari were well catered with plenty of variety and quantity.
Our dealings with Big Cat Safaris were all smooth and any hiccups were sorted quickly.
Overall this was an incredible trip we had planned to do for years and we are glad we finally made the call to do it.
Many thanks to Dominick and the team at Big Cats for making it happen, highly recommended
GR
Email Eirini | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magical African Experience
We spent four unforgettable days on an African safari exploring the renowned parks including Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, and Tarangire, organised by African Big Cats. Our experience was truly extraordinary, and we cannot recommend our guide Karim highly enough.
Karim was incredibly knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of the parks, and his passion for wildlife was evident in every explanation he offered. He was always well-informed, courteous, and kind, making us feel comfortable and well taken care of throughout the journey. His professionalism was unmatched — always punctual, always with a warm smile, and always willing to explain and give detailed insights about the wildlife and environment we encountered. He made our final day in the Serengeti a dream come true as we saw all the wild cats one after the other as well as the other magnificent animals up close, making this trip a deeply meaningful adventure.
The entire team, especially Emmanuel, was equally outstanding, demonstrating incredible dedication and care. Their prompt communication, and genuine willingness to accommodate our needs, gained our trust made this whole experience seamless.
We highly recommend this safari experience to anyone seeking an authentic and extraordinary adventure in Africa. Thank you, Emmanuel, Karim and team, for your professionalism, kindness, and passion!
Email Clive | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Simply Amazing enhanced by our guide Claus
We had a 5 day Safari booked and from the start to finish the company has been excellent. Fantastic communication during the booking process to take sure everything was spot on for what we wanted as a family. On arrival in Tanzania everything went to plan as described and changes were made to accommodate a flight change we had had too. Don’t hesitate in trusting Big Cat Safari for your trip. A special mention to the people at Embalakai Camps for adding so much to our stay there. The most important thing was to see so much and so many animals in their natural environment. This was made so special by Claus our guide - what a lovely man he was, so friendly, so accommodating, so knowledgable and can’t imagine there was a better guide in Tanzania for us. Thank you Claus and thank you Big Cat Safari for going above and beyond even retrieving my wife’s sunglasses from the hotel in Arusha and bringing out to us in the Serengeti ….. amazing
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Email Tracy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They genuinely care about you having an amazing experience.
My family and I had the most amazing experience thanks to African Big Cats Safari. From the beginning, Joshua and Naomi answered every question and concerned I had in planning our first Safari trip. They were also so accommodating to any request I had for our itinerary. Emanuel, the manager met with us and briefed us on what to expect after we arrived which made us feel even more at ease. Our driver tour guide Elias was the best. He is a great source of knowledge on the animals names & behaviors, the parks & regions, and the culture of Tanzania. The lodges that they partnered with were absolutely remarkable. Thanks to Priscilla and staff at Mtoni where we stayed in beautiful replica huts, the entire staff at Moonbow that celebrated us when we had a return stay during our trip, Alex and staff at Kubu Kubu who went above and beyond when my nephew was not feeling well, Hope and staff at Kitela who greeted me in the morning by name. From the simplest of things such as the comfort of the pillows, the great tasting meals and beautiful surroundings, we were unable to pick a favorite when asked because we enjoyed every lodge’s uniqueness and beauty. I would and will happily recommend them and am currently planning another excursion with them. Thanks again African Big Cats Safari.
FR
Email Kefi | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best
The best thing we did was to go on our safari with Big Cats. Our guide was great.
Thank you for this experience !
MX
Email Lourdes Garcia | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful
A reputable company that met our expectations and resolved some issues at two lodges. Our guide, Clasus, was attentive to our requests, very friendly and entertaining, and tries to make sure we could see as much of him as possible. We werej able to see the Big 5!
CA
Email Victoria | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best trip ever!
My boyfriend and I did a week long safari with African Big Cats and it was the best experience of our life! We had an incredible guide (Lovoi) who made us feel very safe and welcome. Lovoi was also an expert at spotting every animal first, including a rhino! Emmanuel and Naomi were also very helpful in planning our trip and accommodating our needs. All of our accommodations were beautiful. If you are looking for a great safari experience, would highly recommend African Big Cats and definitely recommend requesting Lovoi as a guide!
