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African Big Cat Safaris

The wildlife ecosystem in Sub-Saharan Africa is defined by its charismatic, diverse, and distinctive presence. You can witness the effortless grace and timeless beauty of iconic wildlife during an African big cat safari as you experience the heart of undulating hills, eternal plains, and dense forests. A Zicasso travel specialist can help you plan the perfect African Big Cat Safari that takes you from lush oases to a surprising desert scape in search of a bone-rattling lion’s roar or the lingering gaze of a curious leopard.

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Lion laying on grass in the African savanna

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $11,700

Two-Week Kenya Big Cat Safari Adventure

Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Meru National Park, Mara Naboisho Conservancy 
Mother Cheetah and her cub in the Savannah in Africa

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $7,800

Amazing Kenya Cheetah Safari for Photographers

Nairobi, Laikipia Plateau, Masai Mara National Reserve, Mara North Conservancy 
Zebras graze in Ngorongoro crater, Tanzania

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $20,400

Tented Luxury Safari Across East Africa: Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti & Masai Mara

Arusha, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Masai Mara, Nairobi 
Lion resting in Busanga Plains of Kafue National Park, Zambia

11 Day Trip IdeaFrom $8,100

Legendary Predators of Africa: An Intimate Zambian Safari

South Luangwa National Park, Kafue National Park, Busanga Plains, Livingstone, Victoria Falls +1 more
Safari in Masai Mara, Kenya

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $19,900

Intimate Kenya Cheetah Safari for Conservation Lovers

Nairobi, Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Mara North Conservancy 
Mother Cheetah with cubs in the Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya

11 Day Trip IdeaFrom $14,200

Cheetah Safari: Expedition Through Kenya

Nairobi, Meru National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Masai Mara National Reserve 

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Here's how we create life-enriching, luxury travel experiences

  1. 1.Share Your Travel Dreams

    Zicasso specializes in custom tours, vacations, and safaris tailored to your interests and preferences. From private African safaris to culinary experiences in Europe, submit a trip request to share your ideas and travel style.

  2. 2.Meet Your Travel Specialists

    To ensure a personalized experience, we'll carefully handpick and introduce you to two of our top travel specialists, each with unsurpassed destination knowledge and local insight aligned to your luxury travel dreams.

  3. 3.Design Your Perfect Journey

    Compare the expertise of two specialists with itineraries crafted exclusively for you. You can refine these further and choose your preferred proposal. Our unique process ensures a more creative, personalized, and expertly crafted trip.

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Reviews of Zicasso's African Big Cat Safaris

Based on 1117 verified traveler reviews.

Carolyn T.
South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe Trip Review: Wildlife, Local Cuisine, 13-Day Trip

Wow, I ran out of superlatives–fantastic, awesome, amazing. Everything was well organized and the recommended accommodations were all top-notch. The guides were so expert in their field. Every activity was well worth the time. Every meal was delicious.

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Celese M.
South Africa, Zimbabwe Trip Review: Cape Town, Wildlife, 10 Nights

The trip was very well thought out and organized by Zicasso's travel agency. It was a good trip for a first time to sub-Saharan Africa.

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Anil M.
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Tour Review: 10 Nights

Our first trip to southern Africa was amazing, exceeding all expectations. We saw everything we came to see, and more. The game rides were well structured and safe, the visuals were unbelievable, and taking a side trip to Victoria Falls was a great idea. The accommodations were quite luxurious, despite being considered mid-range. There was always someone there to greet us and guide us at every travel point.

Zicasso's tour operator tailored our itinerary to our wishes and was wonderful to work with. Things couldn’t have gone better.

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Grace J.
South Africa Travel Review: Safaris, 1 Week

We had an awesome trip. Zicasso's travel expert was amazing. She accomplished everything.

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Nancy H.
South Africa, Zimbabwe Tour Review: Cape Town, Franschhoek, Wine Tasting, Elephant Experience, River Cruise, Wildlife, Nature, Scenery, 13 Nights

Zicasso's trip planner arranged the most fabulous trip for my family. She knew exactly what I wanted and delivered a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Africa! She always answered my questions promptly. She chose memorable experiences for us, our lodgings were top-notch, and she "kept in touch, behind the scenes," to ensure all elements were going smoothly. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone planning a trip to Africa!

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LESLIE W.
Rwanda, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique Trip Review: Gorilla Trek, Bush Camps, 3 Weeks

It was very well planned. Zicasso's travel specialist was responsive and flexible in the planning process and throughout the final details.

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