African Big Cats Safaris
- Located In:
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United States
Australia
Canada
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Tourist Board
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $380 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email DALE | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
From booking the tour and ending the tour everything was done for us. We had an unbelievable trip with everything organised for us once the booking was confirmed. Our driver Alias was amazing and extremely knowledgeable about the animals and the parks. The accomodation that we chose was pure luxury. Would have been nice to enjoy our accomodation more but we were tired from our big days that we didn’t really spend much time at the selected venues (our choice). We went a luxury style tour where our accomodation was 5 star and it really was. It was definitely value for money and I would 100% recommend African Big Cats Safaris for an unforgettable holiday. We saw so many animals and we had enough time to stop and enjoy the animals we saw. Highly recommend African Big Cats for budget or luxury style safaris.
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Email Deblina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
They were diligent, patient and accommodated our specific asks to create a bespoke experience.
We were a family of 5 and wanted to do a short safari yet capture the essence of the diverse national parks around Arusha. African Big Cats Safaris were helpful in tailoring our request and accommodate our specific asks. The staff were patient and diligent in their follow-ups, with prompt responses. Our driver was jovial and knowledged; we were encountered with a huge fire on our way to Serena lodge in Serengeti but he made a wise decision to back-up and take an alternate route, without chancing safety - this was highly appreciated!
We saw the big 4 (missed 1, the Rhino - which were at a farther distance) and our chosen National parks had different landscapes, making the safari interesting to see same animals in different sceneries.
Overall, we had a fantastic safari, thanks to the team who organised it! Highly recommend them, especially if you want a tailored experience!
Safari details: Ngorongoro conservation area, Serengeti National park, Lake Manyara National park/4 days/mid & luxury stays. Additional day spent in Arusha, which we organised ourselves.
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Email Marta | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellence
We felt very welcome and everything was perfectly organised. Our driver, Farah, was the best. He was an expert with many years of experience and knew all the good places. He was also such a good person. It would have been different without him. The hotels were also great and they made sure we had everything ready for our next destination. A lot of attention to details and cheaper than other agencies. Also you support Tanzanian People if you book with them. 100% recommended. We will be back. Asante Sana!
BR
Email Fabio | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They were all very dedicated and gave us a good safari experience.
It was an incredible safari, our guide was an encyclopedia, he knew all the birds, all the trees, and had very well trained eyes to spot the animals, our safari was private so we had a beautiful jeep just for us. Full board, the guide was also very patient in speaking understandable English with us.
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Email Matteo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect organization and wonderful personnel
Since the biginning of the interactions with African Big Cats they have been very responsive providing promptly all the information I needed and proposing different options based on my needs. They organized a perfect tailor made tour that ecceded my expactations. Excellent value for money indeed. Our guide Kileo was very prepared, kind and did his best to allow us to enjoy the most our tour!
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Email Jorge | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very well managed by the excellent African Bug Cat safari and our guides Evans and Venance
Excellent team always thinking in to provide their best knowledge to the customers. Flexibles in the route to provide the best experience for us.
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Email Martin | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We were all very happy with our choice of African Big Cats Safari! Excellent service+great people!
I booked this tour for our family (parents and grown up kids). We have never been on safari and were all excited. Before choosing African Big Cats Safaris, I have been in touch with 2 tour operators with European owners. Then I looked for local operators because I thought it would be better to fully support local businesses. I came across African Big Cats Safaris because of their excellent reviews on the web. So I contacted them and was amazed by their responsiveness and support right from the first contact. In addition, they offered better prices for what I thought looked like better lodges than the other tour operators I have contacted. My first contact, William, was a very nice, experienced and responsive person in planning our safari. After we have decided on the route, Naomi took over and dealt with all adminsitrative issues (also in a very kind and responsive manner). When we arrived in Kilimanjaro airpiort, we were picked up by our safari guide, David. He was a great safari guide thoughout the whole tour and we all enjoyed very much to have him with us all the time (and had a lot of fun with him). He is very experienced and knows a lot about the country, the people and the nature/animals over there. If you choose a tour operator, I strongly recommend that you look for tour operators that only work with experienced drivers with many years of experience (as African Big Cats Safaris does) as driving/being in the bush requires experienced drivers. After our first breakfast in Arusha, Emanuel, the managing director of African Big Cats Safaris, met with us and discussed the tour and all questions we had. He also is a very nice, kind and friendly guy and it was great that he took the time to meet with us (he also met us after our tour at the airport to hear about our experinces and was eager to understand whether we see any areas for improvement!). The tour and the lodges were excellent and we all will never forget this trip. We highly recommend African Big Cats Safarai and would - without any doubt - book a tour with them again! Thank you to the whole team of African Big Cats Safais for this experience! One recopmmendation if you haven't planned your tour yet: Be aware of the long distances between the various parks/lodges. If you have the flexibility, it may be worth considering a one way trip from Arusha to Serengeti and then take a plane from there to your next desitination (e.g. Sansibar). This way, you have only half of the distance and have less time on the road (transfer time) and more time in the lodges which really were beautiful. One last comment: We have never been in Tanzania before and were all amazed by the natural friendliness and hospitality of the people! This really was an experience for all of us.
Well organised tour with a very experienced tour guide.
Fantastic safari and beach holiday with African Big Cats Safaris
We had a really lovely five day safari with African Big Cats followed by a few days relaxation on in Zanzibar. Our safari was very well organized, the accommodation and food were very good and, most of all, we had a very knowledgeable and experienced guide, Haruna, who was able to ensure
that we saw all the Big 5, plus Cheetahs and other varied wildlife. Haruna was always reliable and polite and our vehicle was cleaned at the end of every day. We booked directly with African Big Cats, which represented very good value for money. They were very helpful during the booking
process, providing detailed informaon on our tour and accommodation, and clearly answered any questions that we had. We would highly recommend this tour operator.
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Email Claudia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience to repeat and highly recommend without hesitation
A few days ago, we enjoyed an extraordinary experience with African Big Cats Safaris, the best company for a safari in Tanzania. From the moment we contacted them, their incredible service and thorough advice prepared us perfectly. Upon arrival, every detail exceeded our expectations—wonderful accommodations, excellent food, and outstanding service and punctuality. The highlight was our guide, Obedy, whose passion and dedication made us feel welcome and ensured we saw the animals we were most interested in. His knowledge and enthusiasm were priceless. Our deepest thanks to him and Big Cats Safaris for an unforgettable adventure.
African Big Cats: An Unforgettable Safari Adventure in Tanzania
We've just returned from the most incredible safari adventure organized by African Big Cats, and we can't stop raving about it!
We opted for a 5-night, 6-day private safari in the Northern Circuit and were completely blown away by the exceptional service and attention to detail provided by the entire team. Their deep knowledge of the region and genuine passion for Africa were evident from the very beginning.
Impeccable Organization: African Big Cats took care of every aspect of our trip, from selecting top-notch accommodations (clean, comfortable lodges and hotels) to booking park entries, ensuring a stress-free experience. We especially appreciated the all-inclusive meals and the constant supply of bottled water.
Expert and Passionate Guides: One of the highlights of our trip was undoubtedly our guide, Ernest. His extensive knowledge of the local wildlife and flora allowed us to have an authentic and immersive experience, just like being on a National Geographic documentary.
Excellent Value for Money: While safaris are generally considered a luxury experience, we found the value for money offered by African Big Cats to be exceptional. Every aspect of our trip, from the accommodations to the meals, was top-notch without breaking the bank.
Highly Recommended!! If you're planning a safari in Tanzania, we wholeheartedly recommend African Big Cats. They can tailor a trip to suit your specific needs and preferences, ensuring an unforgettable adventure.
A special thank you to Ernest, Emanuel, Naomi, William, and the entire African Big Cats team for making this trip so memorable.