African Big Cats Safaris
- Offices In:
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United StatesAustralia
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
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Reviews
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Email Ignacio | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari with African Big Cats!
Our experience with African Big Cats was absolutely fantastic! We did a private safari in Spanish, and from start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Endeni, was simply amazing — incredibly knowledgeable about wildlife, always kind and patient, and truly passionate about what he does. He made every game drive special, spotting animals we would have never seen on our own and sharing fascinating stories about each one.
The organization was flawless: great communication, well-planned itinerary, comfortable accommodations, and no hidden surprises. Everything was handled with care and attention to detail. You can really tell that the team goes above and beyond to make sure you enjoy every moment.
Overall, the value for money was excellent, and we came home with unforgettable memories. We 100% recommend African Big Cats to anyone looking for a trustworthy and professional safari operator in Tanzania — especially if you want a personalized, smooth, and truly memorable adventure!
Email Karen | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful!
African Big Cats put together a personalized safari experience that exceeded our expectations. They listened to what we wanted with the price range we had. They were able to accommodate a change in dates when the airline we booked with changed the dates of our arrival and departure by a day. Our guide Venance was fantastic!
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Email Saskia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, professional and easygoing
We had a great experience with African Big Cats Safari. It started with good and quick communication via email. They were kind and flexible. While on safari, we had Ricky as our personal guide. He is kind, easygoing and a real professional. For example: he led us away from a group of elephants, because he knew where they where going next. So we had perfect view when they came to us.
The accomodations were great and diverse, from a nice lodge to a camp in the wilderness with animal noises during the night. African Big Cats Safari is run by local Tanzanians with a lot of kindness and knowlegde. They are flexible, they even suggested a few small changes to make our experience more smooth. And at the end, we debriefed shortly because they were interested in our trip and feedback.
I would recommend this company to everybody.
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Email Daria | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The Trip of a Lifetime with African Big Cat Safari – Unforgettable!
I recently returned from a 12-day safari with African Big Cat Safari through Northern Tanzania, and I can confidently say it was the most incredible travel experience of my life. From start to finish, everything was flawlessly organized, thoughtfully planned, and executed with heart, passion, and deep local knowledge.
We visited all the major national parks – Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and more. Each day brought something new and breathtaking, from endless savannahs dotted with wildlife to dramatic crater landscapes teeming with life. And yes – we saw all the Big Cats: lions, leopards, and cheetahs, often at close range and in action. The sightings were phenomenal, thanks to our guide’s expertise and keen instincts.
Speaking of our guide – he was nothing short of amazing. Deeply knowledgeable, incredibly friendly, and with a sixth sense for wildlife spotting. He not only shared facts and stories about the animals but also helped us understand the culture, people, and heart of Tanzania. This wasn’t just a safari – it was an immersive journey into the soul of the country.
The vehicle was comfortable, spacious, and well-maintained – ideal for long drives and rough terrain. We always felt safe and well cared for. The lodges were luxurious, full of character, and perfectly located. After a day out in the bush, returning to such comfort and warm hospitality was pure bliss.
What truly surprised me was the value for money – the entire experience felt like a high-end, tailor-made trip but at a very reasonable price point.
This tour was more than a vacation; it was a deep connection to nature and culture. We not only witnessed the best of African wildlife but also had the privilege of meeting local people, visiting villages, and gaining insights into daily life in Tanzania. These human moments were as powerful as the wildlife encounters.
If you're considering a safari, look no further than African Big Cat Safari. You’ll leave with extraordinary photos, unforgettable memories, and a heart full of gratitude.
Highly, highly recommended!
Email Kerry | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Khalid was exceptional
We did the 4 night safari that covered Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Lake Manyara. Our guide, Khalid, was nothing short of exceptional. He knew so much about the parks and the animals, birds and plants in them, as well as his country and the people. We learned so much from him and his enthusiasm for nature was inspiring. We saw lots of animals up close and in unique situations and, although there is an element of luck, we have no doubt that a lot of our experiences were purely down to Khalid's knowledge and experience. An absolutely unforgettable time in Tanzania, thank you Khalid!
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Email Jonas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A lifetime experience
We had a multigenerational Safari with 2x >70 years of age, 2x around 40 years of age and two kids 9&12 years.
Our guide Obedi was great and soon realized, that we are also very interested in birds. So apart from the big cats (lion, leopard and cheetah) the elephants, giraffes, hippos, warthogs, antilopes, etc., he also explained and found lots of wonderful birds for us. He drove very carefully and safe and did everything to fulfill all our wishes. The car was good and we didn’t experience a single problem. When he went to the petrol station in Serengeti on the third day, he left us at the visitors center and organized a great guide which showed us around.
We chose Big cats Safari because my sister and her family traveled with them last year and were extremely satisfied, and we were not disappointed a single minute of the trip.
We would definitely choose Big Cats Safari and Obedi again
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Email Nancy | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our Tanzania Safari with African Big Cats was awesome!
We had an amazing 8day/7night luxury Tanzania Safari thanks to African Big Cats.
Our initial inquiry with the company was promptly and professionally answered by William Frank who diligently collaborated with us adjusting our itinerary until we settled on one that included everything we wanted. Our file was then handed over to Naomi who continued with excellent communication answering all our queries up until our departure.
Upon our arrival at JRO we were met by Samuel our driver and guide. Samuel was an excellent driver throughout our Safari. His ability to spot the animals while manoeuvring the roads was amazing. We were able to see all that we imagined and more, including seeing the wildebeests crossing the river. Who could have ever imagined seeing lions, elephants, giraffe, and zebras within feet of the jeep. Samuel always gave us plenty of time to sit and watch the animals and was willing to stop whenever we wanted him to. We owe Samuel a huge thank-you for making our Safari experience more than we expected and something we won’t forget.
The luxury tented camps were all exceptionally clean and comfortable with very courteous and welcoming staff. The Serengeti River Camp in the North Serengeti stood out above the rest including the outstanding chef who provided us with some delicious meals.
Asanti-Sana to African Big Cats for a job well done and leaving us with many wonderful memories.
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Email Samantha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome experience with big cat
Generally, the accommodation and food, and transportation are sooooo good. I'll strongly recommend my friends to visit Tanzania, travelling with Big Cat. To highlight, Ngorongoro Crater's Acacia Lodge is an ideal place for vacation. Meanwhile, the arrangement they suggest is really nice, including drive-in and fly-out strategy. They are very experienced, so just feel free to go and travel with their suggestion:) Hope you can enjoy the safari.
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Email Runxue | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great experience with Claus
My friend and I had a wonderful experience! Everything was nice and clear starting from email communications to the end of trip. The staffs are very professional and helpful. All the acommadations recommended are comfortable and clean. Our guide Claus is dedicated and friendly, he tried his best to make sure we see as much animals as possible, we truely appreciate his effort! Overall, it was a great experience. I would recommend African Big Cats Safaris to friends and family.
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Email LIZ ZHOU | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service and unforgettable wildlife encounters
I first got in touch with Big Cat through BookingSafari back in February. At the time, I was speaking with a few different local operators and had some good conversations with other sales reps too. But overall, Joshua from Big Cat gave me the best impression. He was always patient and responsive, and very reliable whenever we had questions or special requests.
We already had a few camps and a rough route in mind, so the communication was smooth and efficient. Once we got the final quotes and confirmed the camps we wanted, we decided to go with Big Cat right away. Then came a long wait of almost six months before our actual trip at the end of September.
On our first night, we were welcomed by the manager who carefully went over all the key information with us. He was friendly and very detailed, which made us feel well taken care of. The next morning, we took a small domestic flight to the northern Serengeti, where our guide Lovio was already waiting for us. He led us through an amazing Safari journey. On the very first day, we were lucky enough to witness two river crossings by wildebeests. Over the next few days, we managed to see almost all the animals we hoped for, except the black rhino which was a bit too far away.
Lovio’s vehicle did break down twice during the trip. The first time, it caused some delays, but after the car was fixed, he really gave his best effort to help us spot more wildlife. The second time it happened was on the way to Ngorongoro Crater. Honestly, I guess we were just too lucky in our own way, since not everyone gets this kind of “experience,” right?
On the last afternoon, while we were heading back to Arusha, I suddenly came down with acute food poisoning. Lovio was incredibly helpful and brought us to two hospitals to make sure I got the treatment I needed. Luckily, my condition was under control by that night, and I was able to catch my international flight the next day without issues.
I’m truly grateful to Big Cat and especially to our guide Lovio. This trip gave us unforgettable memories. I hope the next time I visit Tanzania for another Safari, I’ll have the chance to meet them again.
