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Real stories and verified reflections from wildlife photographers, conservationists and adventurous traveler who ventured deep into india's premier triger reserves and pristine wilderness with Big Cats India

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Ho scoperto Big Cats India tramite internet, cercando tra vari operatori e avendo chiesto alcune offerte per andare nei parchi nazionali e possibilmente vedere e fotografare le tigri (missione compiuta, ma non è mai scontato riuscire ad avvistare le tigri, guide e conducenti dei jeep faranno del loro meglio).
Ho sempre avuto risposte, una grande attenzione anche ai costi e al risparmio, feedback e informazioni sempre puntuali e un seguito sul posto ineccepibile con varie persone tutte affidabili e gentili. Read More

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Marisa Romeo

Switzerland

Had an amazing time on our safari and couldn’t be more pleased with Krunal for helping set everything up. We did 6 safari drives (3x morning, 3x afternoon) and luckily saw tigers on 4 of the drives – unbelievable! The hotel was beautiful and the staff provided excellent service. Would definitely recommend working with this company!

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David Scarborough

USA

Amazing Safari Experience

Krunal of Big Cats India organised our photographic safari trip to Tadoba and Pench Reserves. The accommodations were first class and the safaris blew our minds with more than 30 tigers and loads of other wildlife seen in 8 days. Krunal really went out of his way to make sure that we had a wonderful trip. We had never been to Tadoba or Pench and it was his advice and patient recommendations to my many questions that persuaded me to go with Big Cats India. He explained in detail how the safari systems in the different reserves worked and why he would recommend buffer zones above core zones in certain areas. All his suggestions paid off handsomely. Thank you Krunal!

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Robert Prehn

South Africa

Wonderful trip

Excellent safari, organization was perfect.
Driver wery well prepared
Resort were terrrific.
We were Always in contact with agency during trip!
Absolutely we’ll come back
A lot of Tigers seens, sloth bear, Leopard and wild dog

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Villiam C

Italy

Had such an amazing tiger safari tour with Big cats at Pench tiger safari.

Had 6 tiger sightings, 1 leopard sighting and 100s more wildlife over our 4 day tour. Big cats couldn’t have been more helpful with the whole booking and right the way through they were always asking how it was all going and if they could do anything more for us.

Will 100% be using them again.

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lewis johnson

Australia

High Service Levels and Superb Guiding.

We booked a safari covering The Gir Forest, Tadoba, Pench and Kanha. The process was very easy and Big Cats was quick to respond. Throughout the trip they consistently checked how everything was going and made sure everything proceeded smoothly. However, where Big Cats exceeds expectations is the provision of superb drivers and guides. In Gir we saw 19 lions and 1 leopard, whilst in the 3 Tiger Reserves we saw 27 tigers, 2 leopards, 3 packs of Dhole, 3 Sloth Bears, numerous Golden Jackal as well as Barasinga, 4 horned antelope and other herbivores. We saw many birds - especially owls.
I would unhesitatingly recommend them. In fact, I started planning the next safari with them.
The key to their service is consistently high service levels, quality guiding and additional services (our driver was, again, exceptional).

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James Parker

United Arab Emirates

Uitstekende planning en altijd ter beschikking om u te begeleiden tijdens uw reis. Alles is op maat afgestemd naar uw wens en word persoonlijk voorbereid. Een nachtsafari werd bevoorbeeld ingepland omdat er tijgers gespot werden de dag voordien en er grote kans was ze te spotten.

Kunal is uitermate op de hoogte van het wildlife gebeuren in elke streek, hij kent zelfs alle namen van elke tijger. Top service en planning!

Ook de accommodatie is volledig naar wens van de klant en de chauffeur doet erg zijn best.

Ik raad dit bedrijf zeker en vast aan voor mensen uit het buitenland die een lokale goede tour operator zoeken! Kunal spreekt uitstekend engels en weet wat buitenlandse touristen verwachten /verlangen.

Geniet van alle dieren in hun natuurlijke habitat en neem zeker bravecto mee voor de straathonden en katten.

Aarzel niet en contacteer voor boekingen, je bent in goede handen!

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Tesssa De Rese

Belgium

We were a bit late with planning the safari trip and many good spots were fully booked, but Krunal was very helpful and creative in planning a trip that met our needs. The resorts where very comfortable and the food was tasty. Krunal was very responsive to our messages, even at late hours.

We had an amazing experience at Tadoba National Park. In six safari's we saw many tigers and other amazing wildlife. Highly recommend Tadoba for anyone who wants to see tigers in their natural habitat.

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Maxim Vetsuypens

Netherlands

Made very comfortable accomodations and set up the best gates for animal viewings. Saw everything i was hoping to see and more. Very happy with this company would highly recommend.

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Baron Von Beardenheim

Canada

La experiencia en nuestro viaje de observación de fauna con Big Cats India fue impresionante.

Visitamos tres reservas, y tuvimos la suerte de observar una gran cantidad de tigres, además de leopardos, osos bezudos, cuones, y todo el resto de fauna con la que conviven. Aunque se trata de fauna salvaje y la suerte juega un papel importante para conseguir observarla, la elección de las zonas y puertas de entrada a las reservas por parte de Big Cats India fue estupenda y tuvo mucho que ver con nuestro éxito.

Kunal siempre está disponible para solucionar cualquier contratiempo durante el viaje, además de mantener una conversación fluida y muy orientativa durante la organización y planificación del mismo. También nos ayudó mucho a la hora de solucionar nuestros desplazamientos antes y después de comenzar el tour, y nos aconsejó en otras cuestiones no relacionadas con este. Read More

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Marcos Mallo

Spain

They are the best!

Amazing experience! Big Cats India helped me costumize and plan my trip exactly how I wanted. We got to see a mixture of historical sites and tiger safaris. The staff was more than helpful. Always available to our calls and concerns. They went above and beyond to meet our needs. They arranged excellent hotels, booked private drivers, and provided good guides for the sightseeing and tiger safaris. We could tell that the staff deeply cared about our vacation being as comfortable as possible. We would highly recommend you book with Big Cats India! To increase your chances of good tiger sightings I recommend booking at least 3 days of safaris in the core zones. They made our dream to see tigers come true!

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Q Ayla Y

United States of America

We had an amazing and memorable safari trip, thanks to Big Cats team. We were able to spot tigers in their natural habitat..and it was an exhilarating experience. The team hand held us from the point we landed till the time we exitted, making it seamless for us. They took care of our special dietary needs which is a big one, considering that not many are able to accommodate these requirements in a remote location.
Many thanks to the Big cats team for this Paw-some experience.

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Diksha Manwani

India

Unforgettable Safari Experience with Big Cats India at Pench!

We did 4 safaris in Pench with Big Cats India, and it was nothing short of phenomenal—we saw 11 tigers across different zones! Every safari was thrilling, well-organized, and packed with unforgettable moments.

Big Cats India took care of everything, from bookings and logistics. Mr. Jigar, a enthusiast naturist, accompanied us. He was not only knowledgeable but also passionate about wildlife.

Each safari zone at Pench had its own charm, and the thrill of tracking tigers through alarm calls and pugmarks made the sightings even more exciting. We also saw a wide variety of other wildlife. Read More

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Prajakta Kane - Joshi

India

Unforgettable experience at Pench with Big Cats Tiger Safari! The safari was well-organized, and the big cats team were incredibly knowledgeable and their expertise about the park and its wildlife enhancing the safari experience. Wonderful chance to see tigers in their natural habitat with the help of local guides and drivers. We were lucky to spot a tiger along with other amazing animals, birds and much more. Their ethical and eco-friendly approach made the trip even more special. The Hotel stay was very comfortable, unique with delicious food and attentive service. Transportation between the locations were seamless and with comfortable vehicles. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Pench!

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Mitali Pandya

India

I had a solo trip to Tadoba being my 1st experience to Jungle Safari. While browsing instagram, I came across BigCatsinIndia page and connected to Krunal. I was pretty convinced by the information provided and booked immediately. I took 6 safaris for 3N4D stay. By the time I reached at Nagpur Station, I was picked by Munna ji who was kind and polite. It took 3 hours from Nagpur to reach the resort. My stay was on twin sharing basis, the lady stayed with me was pretty good and we share a good bond now . Read more

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Padmaja Bhamidi

India

We just came back from our Tadoba trip and honestly, it was amazing — all thanks to Big Cats India! They planned everything for us from start to end, and we didn’t have to worry about a single thing.

From pickup and drop, to stay, food, and safaris — sab kuch perfectly managed tha. The resort (Seven Tigers) was very nice and peaceful, staff was friendly, and food was also good but can be little bit improved. The Cab drivers were also very punctual and helpful.

The best part was the safaris. They made sure we got good zones though it was buffer zones they suggested the ones with most sighting's and proper guides who actually knew about the jungle and animals. We were lucky to see tigress Veera, Bisons, wild dogs, wild boars hare and many more animals and birds — total goosebumps moment!

Big Cats India’s team was also very helpful and quick to respond whenever we had any question. It really felt like we were in good hands. Thank you Mr. Krunal

If anyone is planning a jungle trip, especially to Tadoba, I’ll 100% recommend Big Cats India. As it was very smooth and tension-free trip for us Thank you for all the wonderful memories!

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Sneha Sahasrabudhe

India

A good and high-quality company, they took care of everything I needed. You can trust them. I traveled with them for a week and it was great!

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יחיעם דהן

India

Highly Recommended Big Cats India!
Had an amazing wildlife experience at Pench National Park with Big Cats India! From thrilling tiger sightings to well-organized safaris, everything was top-notch. We booked two exclusive and two shared safaris, and each was spectacular. The guides were knowledgeable, the arrangements were seamless, and the overall service was outstanding. A must-try for wildlife lovers—Big Cats India knows how to craft the perfect safari!
Everything—from logistics to hospitality—was flawless. If you're planning a safari, Big Cats India is the way to go! Highly recommended!
A big shout out to Krunal & his team at Big Cats India!! Looking forward for more wildlife expeditions with them.
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Sagar Shah

India

We had a fun experience. We were lucky to see lots of animals,( including tigers) but I think that getting to see any predators all depends on your luck. You may or may not see them so don't get your hopes up. Go for 2-3 safaris, not just one (we were lucky to see a family of tigers on our 2nd trip.) Just warning you, though there is a wide range of animals there, you may not see so many. But I would definitely recommend going for the safaris here, it was fun

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Tanya Muliyil

India

Outstanding experience
Recently my friends and I travelled to Pench National Park near Nagpur to see the tigers and leopards. Big Cats India Safari organised our trip.. everything from a car, driver, permits, accommodation, jeeps etc etc. They are extremely professional at their jobs. We stayed at probably one of the best camps in India, Pench Jungle Camps within the park itself. We wanted for nothing: everything was arranged faultlessly. I cannot talk highly enough about our trip.

You get what you pay for, and we felt we received our money’s worth in excellent service. Read more

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Kassandra Rieck

India

Big Cats India organized an outstanding trip to Tadoba. The safaris were impeccably arranged, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Pickup from Nagpur and the resort accommodations were smooth and comfortable.

The suggested safari gates were spot-on, and we were thrilled to spot 11 tigers over four safaris – truly unforgettable moments. The professionalism and attention to detail by Big Cats India made the entire trip seamless and enjoyable.

I would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a remarkable wildlife adventure. Without a doubt, all my future trips will be planned with Big Cats India.

An exceptional experience! Thank you!

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Sujeeth p.s

India

My journey with Big Cats India to Pench Tiger Reserve was a triumph of organization and adventure. Embarking on a journey to Pench Tiger Reserve was akin to stepping into a realm where nature's magnificence reigns supreme. Accommodations (Tiger N woods) was good, with excellent food.

Venturing into the heart of Pench Tiger Reserve was an adventure like no other. Each safari unveiled the reserve's secrets, from hidden watering holes to secluded trails frequented by elusive predators. The thrill of encountering tigers, Gaurs, Deer and other iconic wildlife in their natural habitat was an experience that transcended words.

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Amit Karambelkar

India

My recent 6-night trip to Pench and Kanha with Big Cats India was nothing short of extraordinary. A huge shout out to Krunal and the team who took care of every single detail from pickup to drop off.

The lodges were great: attentive and hospitable staff, and the food on offer was top notch.

Our driver-guides were some of the best in the game. Their knowledge of the region and resident wildlife led to us seeing 8 leopards and 10 tigers during our visit.

For anyone planning a wildlife expedition in Central or North India, I highly recommend Big Cats India. Their professionalism, expertise, constant communication and passion for wildlife will ensure an unforgettable trip. I look forward to traveling with them again soon!

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Ani Vemulpad

India

Big Cats Safari is the Best Company to take care of all your Safari's Pan India. They have expertise for all Tiger Reserves. We utilised their services for Tadoba and they took care of all our bookings.

They even help a lot with Hotel Bookings and Car Rental & To and Fro from the Airport. Deep knowledge of Tigers in Each Park and Which zones are more likely to have sighting.

No complains. Genuine and Verified Review from a Satisfied Customer

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Harjeev Anand

India

A wonderful experience ever since I came across this committed company to meet the requirements of all age groups, family safari trips, catering the needs of professional photographers.

From safari booking to comfortable accommodations be it budgeted hotels or luxurious…one can trust them wholly. I had great time once again doing back to back 13 safaris, accommodation, inter-city transfers was truly professional and on time. Thank you so much for making our safari endeavours comfortable at Pench and Tadoba.

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Vishali S Thakur

India

We had booked family safari for Pench national park from Big Cats India.

It was first time we are dealing with Krunal and also the first tiger reserve safari in life. So we had small hesitation that will it work or not, company is new how will they provide service to us etc etc.

But as soon we approached Krunal he gave us very good information about safari. Right from ticket booking till end of safari every time he was available to help us. Resort suggested by him was really nice place and safe for kids. Two dedicated cars and drivers provided by him are also very nice. Drivers are very helpful and always ready on time for safari.

We had 4 safaris for different gates. Out of which we got tigeress sighting with 3 cubs in Khursapar gate. It was lifetime experience that we can't forget. Krunal has given us all the related info about it. He has also shared tiger sighting videos so we had hope for sighting.

There is so much to share but everything I can't write here.

I surely recommend Big Cats for best experience safaris. Once again thanks Krunal for arranging a wonderful trip.

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Kedar Bhate

India

Great experience in Pench National Park! We had limited time availability (2D/1N), but the agency was flexible to fit our timings and crafted a schedule with 2 safaris and enough time to enjoy the resort. Resort had amazing food, very comfortable rooms and nice amenities. Even though it was monsoon season we managed to see leopards and other animals, as well as the beautiful nature of the park.

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Jhonatan Vicuña

United States

I contacted them for a weekend tour to watch the tigers inside the forest. Mr. Krunal has been very kind right from the start and was giving a lot of information and answers to all my queries.

Once everything was confirmed and booked. The journey had been very very smooth and clean right from the airport pickup at Nagpur until the airport drop.

They had book a very good resort and the vehicle was also good. The 3 safari were amazing. Though no one can guarantee that you can spot a tiger, we were very lucky to see 4 tigers in the 3 safari that was arranged.

Mr. Krunal was constantly in touch with me to know if everything was going good and if the food was good.

We had a calm and smooth stay at the forest.

Recommending Big cats india to all..

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Vaisha Dheera

India

I recently went for wildlife safari at Pench National Park organized by Big Cats India. From start to finish, the entire journey was an absolute delight, exceeding my expectations in every aspect.

First and foremost, the team at Big Cats India, seamlessly handled all the arrangements right from the pickup to & fro from Nagpur Airport to a very comfortable stay, delicious food and safari arrangements in the park. The owner is very friendly and goes extra mile in ensuring the comfort of the guest in every aspect possible. The was remarkable, ensuring and a hassle-free experience throughout.

I would highly recommend Big Cats India to anyone who is planning to go for Safari either with friends, alone or with Family to any of the National Parks they operate in.

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Harshit Keshari

India

Hello the world !

I greatly recommend the service of Big Cats india !

They organize for me the perfect trip ! They solve all my problem !! Indeed I had booked the wrong date for my flight but they succeed to save my trip and reschedule everything on a Saturday ! I can’t thank them enough !

Safari was all great with the right gate at the right moment and excellent driver !

Everything was managed for me ! Read more

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Pierre Appert

France

We recently planned our Pench Safari with Big Cats India, and I have to say it was an absolutely amazing experience!

The tour took us through some of the most beautiful and lush landscapes I have ever seen, and the tigers were simply breathtaking.

Overall, I cannot recommend Big Cats India enough. If you are looking for an unforgettable safari experience, look no further! Big Cats India is the way to go. Thank you for making this trip one of the highlights of my life!

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Trisha Jain

India

Big cats india is safe and trusted page. best booking Safari site in India. Thanks Krunal & Samir for nice arrangements in budget. Food quality is awesome and yummy. Hotel is clean. In both the safari's spotted the tiger and last safari was memorable one, tiger trying to catch the leopard. Super wonderful safari.

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Sushil Khotade

India

Thanks to Big Cats India for making our first trip to the jungles of Central India such a memorable experience!

Krunal’s detailed planning, expert advices and his local associates & team members gave us a completely hassle free road trip from Bangalore to Tadoba and Pench, including 11 safaris in 6 days.

Each safari was planned and coordinated efficiently with local partners by Big Cats India directly, ensuring the best possible safari experience for us. And the bonus was plenty of wildlife sighting including 20+ tiger sightings, leopard, sloth bear, wild dogs and many more.

We stayed for 3 days at Tadoba and 3 days at Pench. Our accommodation was arranged by Big Cats India at both locations and we had excellent service and hospitality. Clean and spacious rooms, amazing food, helpful & friendly staff.

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Ranjith Parakkunnath

Banglore, India

Our trip with Big cats India we thoroughly enjoyed it. We went to Pench , Kanha and Bandhavgarh.

Sightings included Tigers , elephants , bison and so much more.

It was such a blessing and break after a hectic year . Truly was a blessing finding out you arranged the tour .

Had a great driver who took care of us extremely well.

Trip was planned till the last detail .

The entire trip was economically feasible and brilliant zones also .

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Samuel Soundararaj

Tamilnadu, India

This was my first jungle safari and Bigcats have made it very pleasant and comfortable.

We were 7 members including 2 aged and one child. So at first we thought that it will be a very hectic one but the accomodation they provided in Pugmark resort Tadoba was very pleasant.

We stayed for 3 days and completed 6 safaris (2 core zones and 4 buffer zones). Morning safari started from 6:30am and evening safari started from 2:30pm.We have witnessed many beautiful birds, owls, leopard, sloth bear , tigers, varieties of deer, gaur, sambar and many more. Bigcats have really made our trip a memorable one and i really appreciate their efforts to make trips as comfortable as it can be. Thank you so much Bigcats.. hope to join in other safaris very soon.

I highly recommend BIGCATS for comfortable safaris

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Pranesh Sarkar

West Bengal, India

Great arrangements, professionalism and guided safaris. They had a very good network of local staff at the place we had been (Pench). We did a total of 6 safaris for our 3N/4D stay. We had gone with no expectations of spotting a tiger..we were basically there to enjoy the landscapes and nature trails (that is what you should look for)..and luckily we ended up having head on encounters with two tigresses at different locations.

I would highly recommend big cats for a hassle free safari.

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Viraj Shinde

India