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
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If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Brenda | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a LIFETIME!
From start to finish, African Big Cats Safaris was an incredible company to book with. Customer service was excellent, all questions were answered quickly and clearly. The airport pick up was smooth and all accommodations were comfortable, clean and the food was great! Staff at each site we visited were incredibly helpful, friendly, welcoming and polite. Our guide was truly outstanding. He was incredibly knowledgeable about every animal we saw and could spot animals from a crazy distance and got us up close to view the wildlife. Our guide went above and beyond expectations to ensure our trip was everything we ever imagined. He delivered!
A representative from African Big Cats met with us when we arrived at our first location and went through our entire trip and answered any questions we had. At the end of our trip a similar conversation took place as they were very focussed on our comfort and overall experience.
We highly recommend African Big Cats Safaris. An entirely surreal experience curated by this fantastic company.
Email Joanna | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
outstanding value for money
My family and I had the most incredible experience with African Big Cats Safaris during our recent trip to Tanzania! From the moment we were picked up at Kilimanjaro Airport, everything was seamless and professionally handled. Our guide, Obeydi, was not only knowledgeable about the wildlife and ecosystems but also incredibly friendly.
We visited the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park — each destination offering breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters. We saw all the Big Five, including a rare sighting of a leopard lounging in a tree and a pride of lions with cubs just a few meters from our vehicle!
The accommodations were top-notch, blending comfort with the authentic safari experience. The team ensured we were well-fed, safe, and informed throughout the journey.
I highly recommend African Big Cats Safaris to anyone looking for a well-organized, ethical, and truly magical safari experience in Tanzania. I would definitely book with them again!
Email Julie | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
OUTSTANDING !! WELL ORGANISED/ GREAT VALUE *****
OUTSTANDING LIFETIME EXPERIENCE
We searched Safaribookings.com intensely and chose African Big Cats Safaris because they ticked all the boxes for us.
From the initial contact, the staff were very professional and helpful. Joshua and Naomi answered any questions quickly and with a friendly approach.
The meetings at the start and end of the safari with Emanuel (Managing Director) shows the dedication and personal care this company has.
The itinerary for the Photographic Safari was excellent. We added an extra day in Arusha at the start without any problem.
The safari was well planned and the accommodation in each location was superb.
This excellent safari was made OUTSTANDING by our driver/guide FESTO.
He is a human encyclopaedia when it comes to the birds, animals and culture of his country. His driving skills are impressive. His passion is infectious.
Each day we shared wonderful, magical experiences. Festo became a friend in the short time we were with him.
This was our first safari and we were lucky to have chosen African Big Cats Safaris. They would be the only company we would go back to.
We highly recommend them.
US
Email JC | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari Experience
It's been a month since our safari trip. It was an amazing trip. Beyond my expectations.
The collaboration with African Big Cats started from months before the trip. The operators, including Salim and others, were helpful. Most of our specified lodging requests were fulfilled and we were able to finalize the trip. They communicated efficiently and accurately.
The entire trip was well planned. We went to Tarangire, Serengeti Central, Serengeti North and Ngorongoro. Some highlights are of course the great migration, the wildebeests crossing in Serengeti, the great view in the Ngorongoro crater, seeing cheetah in the night safari in Tarangire.
Our guide Khalid is professional. He knows all the animals. We were able to get to know a lot of species in the trip. He helped us mark in our book so we always know what we saw in the trip. We also enjoyed listening to stories about the national parks, Masaai/Meru/Arusha tribes, the culture and thelife in Tanzania. The guide has been very friendly and our time together was great.
Our mom's big hope in the trip was to see the crossing. But we were unlucky on the first full day in the north Serengeti. By the end of the day we were unsure about if we still had any chance to see it because we needed to go back to the central Serengeti on the next day. Our guide suggested to wait for the crossing as much as we could on the next day. Because of his suggestion we were able to see the crossing. We saw a huge herd crossed and crocodiles preying wildebeests. It was awesome!
On the first day the manager Emanuel gave us a detailed briefing in Arusha. That's a good experience to start the trip.
For the lodgings, the first day's lodging in Mtoni River Lodge Arusha is a bit small for 3 persons in a room. Other than that its good.
If I have the privilege to get to safari tour in Tanzania again, I would be going with African Big Cats and Khalid again.
MX
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!
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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!
NL
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.
CH
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!
CH
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