African Big Cats Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 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
Email Kaye | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Elias was fantastic
Highlights of our trip was the Serengeti, we saw so many big cats, it was amazing. The crater was good too. All the accommodation we stayed at was unique, and an experience adding to our safaris. We did the hot air balloon and had breakfast on the open plains, it was great, highly recommend.
Email Spencer | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Honeymoon Trip
Great service from the landing to flying home. We booked a honeymoon trip that included 5 days of safari and 3 days in Zanzibar. Our guide Venance was incredible and showed us the Big 5 animals and all the rest we wanted to see. He was very knowledgeable. The head director Immanuel was very friendly. High attention to detail and great accommodations booked.
Email Dana Perlow | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
THE BEST!! I would 100% recommend this company to anyone who will listen. Trip of a life time.
We have traveled to many places. We always wanted to go on a safari. A friend recommended African Big Cats Safaris. We did some research and went with them.BEST DECISION! The trip was a trip of a life time for my family of 4 adults. First communicating with the company was easy. They being Joshua and Naiomi were very quick to get back to us and answer all of our questions. We set up 8 day safari. We went to Lake Manyara, Tarangerie NP, Olduvai Gorge,Ngorongor NP, the Serengeti and the Western Corridor to see the wildebeest migration. The last day we did a day hike on Kilimanjaro. They did everything they promised. A manager Emmanuel came out to our hotel in Arusha and walked us throught the tour just to make sure we were on the same page. They set us up in fabulous accomodations and we did the middle expense trip. I had to double check since the places we stayed were so nice. The food at the lodges they booked us was great. Breakfasts were a variety of foods. Lunch was either boxed or in a basket. We had some great lunches in the basket. Dinners were a buffet with plenty to choose from. They lodges would meet us at the drive way with a warm towel and a glass of juice. Perfect after a day of viewing. Our GUIDE WAS AMAZING! Our guide Klaus was fabulous. We were like family by the end of trip. He was so informative. He answered all our questions about nature, the Maasai and Tanzania in general. He had a great laugh and sense of humor. So many other guides knew him we called him the "mayor". He spotted things for us that we had no idea were even there. He saw this femal lion in the bushes waiting on a wildebeest that we had no idea was even there and we zoomed in up close in the Land Cruiser. He was not intrusive. He shared at times without being asked. Klaus quickly picked up our family vide and went at the pace we wanted and focused on things that we cared about. He was never in a rush and waited patiently for us to view what we wanted for however long. We stayed an hour and watched a gazelle be born and take its first steps. By the end we were all cheering on the little guy including Klaus. Even though we are not big birders he would point out different birtds and give us good information about them. He spotted the crocs for us which we would have missed. He pushed us to see the rhinos right away in Ngorongoro Crater because he knew we might not get another chance to see them. He was 100% correct. He was prompt and respectful and flexible. He took us to some out of the way spots that were great viewing. We felt like we left a family member behind when we left. We did a group hug at the end. The guide they gave us for Kilimanjar, Elias, was amazing. So knowledgeable, polite and easy to talk to. He had great information and some incredible stories about the mountain and some of his climbs. We can't say enough good things about our two guides. This story I feel like sums up the company itself. We had an early flight out of JRO and needed to leave the hotel at 6:30 am. The hotel shuttle was at 7. I talked to African Big Cat Safari and they quickly arranged at no extra cost a ride to the airport at 6:30. It took 2 minutes to arrange. The driver was there at 6:20 am waiting for us. Was just such an easy trip. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY 100% We had a triip of a life time thanks to African Big Cat Safari.
Email Jane | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Most Unforgettable Experience Thanks to Big Cats
We had an unforgettable safari with African Big Cats, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. I traveled with my two sons, and from start to finish the company was responsive, thoughtful, and deeply professional.
Our guide, Festo, was truly exceptional. His knowledge of the animals, the landscape, and the rhythms of the Serengeti made every game drive feel meaningful. We saw the Big Five in a real and unforgettable way, along with so many other incredible animals and moments that my boys and I will remember forever. Festo was patient, kind, funny, and wonderful with my children. He knew when to wait, where to look, and how to explain what we were seeing in a way that kept all of us engaged.
What stood out most was not only the wildlife, but the level of care. When we experienced an issue with smoke/fire near one of the camps, African Big Cats was responsive and helped move us so that we could continue the trip safely and comfortably. That responsiveness meant a great deal to me as a mother traveling with children.
The kindness we experienced throughout the trip was extraordinary. Festo made us feel cared for every day, and by the end, it was genuinely emotional to say goodbye. My youngest son even wept at the airport because he did not want the trip to end! That says everything.
This was more than a vacation for us. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, beautifully planned and guided by people who clearly care about their guests. I am deeply grateful to African Big Cats and especially to Festo for giving my family memories we will never forget.
Email Sadie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experienced, Organized, Thorough, Outstanding
Wow!!!! The greatest experience!!! Did not have any expectations/knew very little about Safari before our trip. ABC Safari planned the perfect trip, made thoughtful suggestions to enhance our visit, and answered each question with clarity and kindness. Truly some of the kindest people. Our guide Claus was awesome-25+ years of experience. He knew all of the spots to see the Big 5 and he tailored the safari to what animals we wanted to see. ABC Safari's were extremely organized and thorough. I could not recommend them enough!!!
Fantastic experience!!
As a couple, we spent four wonderful days with our excellent guide Martino. He was kind and capable of taking us to the right places to see the various animals in the various parks we visited. The Serengeti alone was worth the trip.
Excellent facilities, breakfasts and dinners lived up to our expectations.
A reliable company from the very first contact, always available for communication and questions, both through Naomi and the manager we met at the beginning and end of the tour.
Thanks to everyone, especially Martino, for introducing us to this part of beautiful Tanzania.
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Email Morgann & Mitch | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A trip of a lifetime, thanks to Venance and African Big Cats Safari
We recently spent our honeymoon on a trip through Tanzania planned by African Big Cats Safari. We had the absolute best time!! From the very start, African Big Cats helped us plan our dream vacation. Naomi was incredibly helpful in tailoring our itinerary and very responsive with our (many) questions and concerns. The actual logistics on our end could not have been simpler. We arranged our flights and when we arrived our driver was ready to pick us up, from there African Big Cats handled everything else.
We spent several days with our driver, Venance, traveling across some of the national parks of Tanzania. Venance was an incredible guide. He was well organized, polite, and wonderfully friendly. His sharp eye and expansive knowledge of the history, wildlife, and culture in each of the different parks ensured that we did not miss a single thing while we were out in the bush. If we are ever so lucky to be back in Tanzania, we will definitely be asking for Venance specifically.
Because our itinerary spanned so many locations, we stayed in a different lodge almost every night. Every accommodation that African Big Cats booked for us was perfect! We got to experience a lovely variety, from the private villa at Kitela Lodge up in the hills near Ngorongoro Crater, to the deluxe tented cabins of the Nyota Luxury Camp in the Central Serengeti. Each place was unique, but they were all equally wonderful. African Big Cats communicated to all of them our dietary restrictions and excursion plans, we never had to worry about a thing. Our only regret is not getting to stay in the beautiful accommodations longer!!
Once our safari adventure was (sadly) over, African Big Cats arranged for our flight from the Serengeti to Zanzibar and a driver to the resort they booked us at. Once again, they handled absolutely everything and it could not have gone more smoothly. Our stay at the Melia Zanzibar resort was the perfect way to relax and decompress after nearly a week of bouncing around in the back of a Land Cruiser. When our trip finally came to an end, African Big Cats again arranged a driver to the airport and we were on our way home.
If you are considering a safari trip, I cannot recommend African Big Cats Safari enough! Our honeymoon was a truly once in a lifetime adventure; and Venance, Naomi, Emmanuel, and everyone else at African Big Cats were a huge part of why it was such a success. Tanzania is a beautiful country, we were so lucky to have had such a wonderful trip exploring it!
Email Harry | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
5 star experience and 5 star guide (Venance)
We had the most amazing 5 day guided safari with African Big Cat Safaris. Our guide Venance made the experience, totally professional with impressive knowledge of the wildlife and habitats and exceptional eyesight. Venance managed the whole trip and led us to see the big five, cheetahs, and black and a white rhino. I cannot recommend this company enough to anyone looking for a safari trip, 5 star guide, 5 star service and a 5 star experience. We especially loved the Zuri camp accommodation in the Serengeti which had great food, amazing rooms and the staff were brilliant.
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Email Zach | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized and gave me peace of mind with all expectations of my travel
My wife and I came to Tanzania for our honeymoon. I was completely satisfied with the entire process. The booking was made easy and they had planned out a very detailed itinerary. They were very responsive in all communication before our trip answering all questions I had. All transportation from lodge to lodge was timely and well organized. Our safari guide Lovoi was great. He was very knowledgeable and helpful with all questions we had regarding the places we visited and the animals we saw. He did a great job of making sure we were able to see everything we wanted to see. All lodges we stayed at met my expectations or exceeded them. I would highly recommend our safari guide along with African Big Cats Safaris for anyone considering their first safari experience
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Email Claudia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our honeymoon was simply perfect and this safari exceeded all expectations.
From day one, we felt welcomed and cared for impeccably. Special thanks go to our guide, Martin, who made this experience truly unforgettable. Martin is truly passionate about his work: his knowledge of the area and the animals, combined with his infectious enthusiasm, allowed us to experience unique emotions. Thanks to him, we managed to spot all the Big Five, a goal we had dreamed of since the beginning of the trip. Furthermore, he is an excellent guide, always attentive and professional, and made us feel safe and at home throughout the experience.
The selection of lodges was also impeccable. All the facilities exceeded our expectations: beautiful, meticulously maintained, and immersed in breathtaking scenery. Each lodge had its own unique charm and helped make each day even more special.
Another strong point was the food. The dinners upon returning from the safaris were always excellent, with quality dishes and excellent service. Even the picnics during the excursions were perfectly organized: Martin always had everything we needed, with great attention to detail and the comfort of his guests.
We will cherish this extraordinary experience forever. If you're looking for an authentic, exciting, and impeccably organized safari, we highly recommend it. Thanks again to Martin and the entire African Big Cats Safari team for making our honeymoon an unforgettable memory.
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