Travellers remember the animals, but they talk about their guide. Meet the team who will drive you, find the leopard and look after you every day.
“The safari experience with Tony is fantastic; he is a highly intelligent and knowledgeable person who loves and respects animals.”Elizabeth, SafariBookings
“Tony and Inocent were our guides and they were lovely.”Marta, SafariBookings
“Our guide Peter gave us a unique experience into the wild Africa.”Marcela, SafariBookings
Every safari guide holds a Tanzanian guide licence.
First-aid trained and refreshed every year.
Born and raised in northern Tanzania, with Swahili as a first language.
Many of our guests come back and ask for the same guide. Tell us who you travelled with and we will do our best to put you together again.
See the Land Cruisers you will travel in and what we serve for lunch in the bush.
On safari with usThe safari experience with Tony is fantastic; he is a highly intelligent and knowledgeable person who loves and respects animals—and he conveys that passion throughout the trip. He is very patient in explaining animal behavior and the surrounding vegetation in great detail, taking the time to point out every little thing. He always keeps a smile on his face, ensuring that everyone in the vehicle is enjoying the safari. His vehicle is comfortable, clean, and equipped with air conditioning. Safaris are great, but with Tony, they are something truly special. We are very grateful to Tony.
ElizabethUruguay · Visited September 2026Our trip to Tanzania with Big Five Trails was absolutely amazing and exceeded our expectations. The itinerary was very well organized and allowed us to experience some of the most beautiful places in the country, with incredible wildlife sightings and unforgettable landscapes. A huge part of what made the trip so special was our guide, Tony. He was simply incredible: professional, friendly, patient and extremely knowledgeable about the animals, nature and Tanzania. He is also an exceptional tracker — it honestly felt as if he had some kind of direct communication with the animals! He had an incredible ability to spot wildlife from a distance, read tracks and signs, and somehow always seemed to know where the animals were going to appear. Thanks to him, we were able to see an amazing variety of wildlife and enjoy some truly unforgettable encounters. He made every safari drive exciting and interesting, and was always attentive to the group, making us feel comfortable and safe throughout the whole trip. Everything was well coordinated, communication was easy, and the overall experience felt very personal rather than like a standard organized tour. Tanzania was already an incredible destination, but Tony and the team made the experience even better. I would absolutely recommend Big Five Trails to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania, and I would especially recommend asking for Tony as your guide. I would travel with them again without hesitation!
Dolores BAndorra · Visited November 2025The safari with Tony as our tour operator and guide was absolutely great in every aspect. The hospitality, the excellent knowledge of the animals, nature, the country and its people, the absolute reliability and care, the superb service and all the details covered, just excellent. I would go with Tony and his company any day again. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Asante sana.
MonicaSwitzerland · Visited July 2026Bespoke Tanzania journeys with stronger pacing, warmer guidance and a more thoughtful sense of luxury, from first enquiry to return flight.