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 Larry M | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A 13 day Golden Photography Safari Package
Our group of 6 Photographers had considered many different safari organizations in Tanzania and finally settled on the African Big Cats Safari, Arusha for our final decision. We negotiated a 13 day Golden Photography Safari Package that included visits as follows: Arusha National Park with overnights at Mtoni River Lodge, A daily animal safari and one awesome daytime walking safari with an armed guard for safety. A two day safari at Tarangire National Park and stay at Lake Burunge Baobab Tented Lodge. Lake Manyara National Park and stay at Baghayo Garden suites. 4 days in Serengeti national Park with stays at Zawadi Serengeti Camps and Embalakai Camps. A Ngorongoro Crater rim walk and stay at Embalakai Ngorongo Camp. A final day safari drive through the Ngorongoro national crater park then to a day of rest at Baghayo Garden Suites before being driven back to the Kilimanjaro Airport in Arusha. Most daily safaris started at 6:00 Am and lasted up to 11 hours with a stop for lunch while on the trails. To say this trip was excellent would be an understatement. All expenses, local travel, and luggage handling has been taken care of expertly. There were only minor additional expenses like mixed drinks at our lodges. Although the name CAMPS is used to describe the lodges they are close to nature but with modern accessories. Food was excellent. Daily safaris by vehicle were handled by our expert driver and guide "Indeni". He handled all requests with his knowledge and careful approach to animal life. He was the best! The second driver "Obeti" (I hope I spelled his name correctly) and vehicle followed his lead with expert care. Both men are to be recommended as perfect at their approach and provided daily guidance and information. Our main contact for the Safari was "Naomi". She made sure our needs, both before and after the safari, were met and any questions answered quickly. Whatsapp was used for any and all communications. We followed their recommendations for tipping for everyone especially the drivers and guides. The entire trip was in US funds. Flights are not included. If I had one item to advise future safari groups it would be to take the "African Massage" as a serious note as most roads throughout the safari are very rough. The time of our Safari was supposed to be at the entry of the wet season but we experienced only a few drops of rain on a couple days. They are badly in need of more rain as all areas have dust storms when passing other vehicles. Our flights with KLM were from Toronto airport in Canada with a short layover in Amsterdam and a final flight to Kilimanjaro airport. I would suggest that you buy comfort seating as the flights are long. The animal life is outstanding and opportunities to photograph are beyond belief. It was definitely a trip of a lifetime and we would love to return. The African Big Cats Safari group has met and exceeded our expectations.
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Email Tina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Private mid range safari with friends
They listen to our demands and accommodated for last minute changes. All the places we visited were stunning and staff was very friendly.
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Email Martin | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding guide, who had the nose for extraordinary wildlife sightings
We went on a 5 day Luxury safari (Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and 2 days Serengeti) starting in Arusha and flying out from Seronera. With our guide Claus (I recommend him specifically!!) we were able to see not only the Big5 but also some specials like a Hippo chasing away a lion, a 20+ large lion family, a Cheetah defending his kids from a Hyena and the absolute highlight: a Leopard hunting a Warthog and feeding it to his babies. Claus‘ driving skills, his nose for wildlife, his knowledge and last but not least his social skills (He perfectly knows when to be quiet and when to tell or ask something or make a joke - certainly not easy with us stubborn europeans).
The lodges offered a really nice experience, especially worth to mention is Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge (5 course dinner, breathtaking view, luxurious room) and Kubu Kubu with herds of animals directly passing by the balcony and pool.
I recommend to book outside peak season like in our case November: There is almost no rain, the migration is not really going on but animals are around in huge numbers. When there are sightings of rare animals, you still are pretty much alone and don‘t need to queue up with 100 others.
Email Ayham | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent amazing couldn’t ask for a better experience
Excellent amazing couldn’t ask for a better experience
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Email Diane | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Safari and Honeymoon Experience!
Our 5-day safari was absolutely incredible — truly an experience we’ll remember for the rest of our lives! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, and our guide, Venance, made the entire journey unforgettable.
We visited Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire National Parks, and were lucky enough to see all of the Big Five up close! Each park offered something unique — from endless plains filled with wildlife to breathtaking crater views and peaceful lakes surrounded by flamingos and elephants.
Venance was knowledgeable, kind, and patient. He had an amazing eye for spotting animals and shared so many fascinating facts about their behavior and the environment. He truly went above and beyond to make our honeymoon special, even surprising us with thoughtful touches along the way.
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Tanzania completely stole our hearts, and this safari will forever be one of the most magical adventures of our lives. Highly recommend African Big Cats to anyone looking for an authentic and unforgettable safari!
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Email Ab | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime experience!
I researched a lot when planning our honeymoon and my husband and I are so glad we traveled with African Big Cats. We were able to add on a few extra adventures and activities (Day Hike at Mount Kilimanjaro and Hot Air Balloon in the Serengeti are musts!). I had lots of questions during the planning process and they were great to answer, clarify things, and offer different ideas. Our tour guide, Rick was fantastic! Super informative and ensured we got to see everything we were hoping to and more! Each accomodation was lovely, and each made us feel so special, surprising us each time and celebrating our honeymoon! We've told everyone we know if they want to travel to Tanzania they must use African Big Cats.
Birthday Trip of a Lifetime — Safari & Beach Bliss in Tanzania Thanks to African Big Cats Safari!!!!
Our recent trip to Tanzania was honestly one of the best experiences of our lives. It felt like living inside a nature documentary one moment, and a tropical daydream the next.
We started with a safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti — and it was beyond anything we’d imagined. Our guides (Obedi and Frank) were not only incredibly knowledgeable but also nice, funny, and patient. Every day brought new surprises: elephants walking right beside our vehicle, lions and leopards lounging in the shade, and endless herds of wildebeest and zebra stretching across the plains — absolute magic.
The lodges were beautiful and welcoming, with amazing food and the friendliest staff. Sitting around the campfire at night, listening to the sounds of the bush, felt surreal.
After days of adventure, we flew to Zanzibar — and wow, what a paradise. The beaches were pure white, the water crystal clear, and the atmosphere completely peaceful. We spent our days swimming, snorkeling, wandering through Stone Town, and just soaking up the island vibe.
Tanzania stole our hearts. The people, the landscapes, the wildlife — everything exceeded our expectations. It was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation, and we came home feeling completely inspired (and already planning our next visit!). Thank you to Naomi, Obedi, Frank and everyone at African Big Cats Safari who made our trip truly life-changing!
If you’ve ever dreamed of going on safari or visiting Zanzibar, don’t wait — just do it. It’s truly life-changing!
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Email Erich | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari – great Guide
I think we were very lucky choosing Big Cats Safari. We had a really great guide. Why? A lot of operators name it „guide“ but they are just drivers. Our guide has really great knowledge of animals and flora. Could explain dependencies. And – we don’t know how – he was always in the best position with our jeep to see/meet the animals. Spotted cheetah were others just saw gras. He made this Safari for my whole family a really memorable experience! Thank you Festo – 12 of possible 10 points!
The organization was perfect for us: 1,5 days Tarangire, 2 days Serengeti, 1 day Ngorongoro and 0,5 days Manyara. Pls be ready to meet really bumpy roads for lots of kilometers (ist even for the passengeres tiring). You should be aware – early bird catches the biggest worm 😉 - we got up at 5 AM, leaving the lodge latest at 6.30 AM but it was worth it. The lodges organized by Big Cats Safari were exact what we like – very clean, safe, but not overacting. Espacially happy with the „..tented lodges“ (Burunge and 2x Embalakai); warm and friendly, food was fine and the price for drinks in our opinion more than fair. You can’t be nearer to wildlife – a Giraffe, an Elephant 3 meter next to your terrasse in the night/morning is overwhelming.
Of course in some lodges you can find room for (minor) improvements and „the better is the enemy of the good“ but nothing to complain.
All in all a perfect trip – Thank you
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Email Lotfi B | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari Experience with African Big Cats Safaris
Our experience with African Big Cats Safaris was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The communication was clear and professional right from the beginning, and every question we had was answered quickly and thoroughly.
The drivers and guides were exceptional — very professional, knowledgeable, and deeply respectful of nature. Their persistence and passion for finding the animals made every game drive exciting and rewarding. We learned so muchabout the wildlife, their behaviors, and even their individual names, which made the experience truly special.
The choice of lodges was excellent, comfortable, and well-matched to each location. The entire journey felt seamless and well organized. A big thank you to Naomi for her clear and consistent communication behind the scenes, and to ourfriendly guides — Daniel in Kenya, and Endeni and Gifty in Tanzania — for making us feel so comfortable and turning our safari into a true cultural discovery, not just a trip.
Once again, thank you to the whole team at African Big Cats Safaris for a memorable and unforgettable experience!
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Email Brenda Capistran | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari with Exceptional Service
We had an amazing experience with this small but incredibly professional safari company. From the very beginning, the service was outstanding. William assisted us during the booking process with great attention to detail, making everything smooth and stress-free. Naomi followed up with us regularly, ensuring we had all the information we needed before the trip.
Once we arrived, Emanuel gave us a clear and helpful briefing so we knew exactly what to expect. Our guide, Elias, was exceptional — knowledgeable, friendly, and always attentive to what we wanted to see and do. Thanks to him, every game drive was unforgettable.
The selection of lodges and hotels was perfect, and the overall planning and support throughout the journey made our safari truly special.
I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a personalized and well-organized safari experience. Thank you to the entire team for making this trip one we will never forget! 🐘🌅🦁
