Aquila Safari, Lunch & Fairview wine Tasting with Tickets
Description
Aquila Game Reserve is the closest game reserve to Cape Town, so you can spend a full day there. On this worry-free trip, you'll see the ‘Big Five’ game animals and endangered species like the ‘Aquila’ Black Eagle. Pickup is provided from your hotel in the Centre of Cape Town. Aquila is a private game reserve in a malaria-free area and is one of the easiest safaris near Cape Town. With its curio shop, mini-golf, giant chess, and childcare facilities, Aquila is ideal for families and guests of all ages. Enjoy the unforgettable experience of elephants, lions, rhinos, African buffalo, and leopards at the Aquila Game Reserve. Experience the fascinating behavior of cheetahs at the Game Reserve's cheetah rescue and rehabilitation center Safari day trip to Aquila Game Reserve from Cape Town Spot Africa’s Big 5 animals on a game drive around this private reserve Hassle-free trip from Cape Town to Aquila Game Reserve Curb hunger pangs: Breakfast and lunch are included
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Itinerary
Take a private and malaria-free tour of the southern Karoo semi-desert region in comfort, and begin your day with a pickup from your central Cape Town hotel. When you arrive at the reserve, you'll be greeted by your guide and game ranger, and then you'll board an open-air safari vehicle for your game drive. Learn how the so-called ‘Big Five’ - African elephants, Cape buffaloes, lions, leopards, and rhinos - got their nicknames as you keep your eyes peeled for any sign of them, as well as giraffes, hippos, and other animals. In part due to the abundance of wetlands on the Aquila Game Reserve, birds are a significant part of its appeal. Over 170 species of birds live in the park, including the endangered ‘Aquila’ Black Eagle, which gives the reserve its name. Enjoy the unforgettable experience of being in the company of elephants, lions, rhinos, African buffalo, and leopards at the Aquila Game Reserve.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Several hotel establishments in Cape Town's city center and within 20 kilometers of it are available. In the event that your hotel is not listed, please contact us 48 hours in advance so we can make sure we can pick you up and drop you off. If your hotel is not listed, please contact us 48 hours in advance so we can confirm if we can pick you up.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
I had a two hours tour seeing and learning about the big five animals .After the tour i received lunch package from the game reserve.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience on the Cape Town Full Day Private Big 5 Safari at Aquila Game Reserve! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the two-hour tour and had the opportunity to see and learn about the Big Five animals. It’s also great to know that you appreciated the lunch package provided by the reserve. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future!
It was such a lovey experience to visit Safari. Me and my friends got to have lunch and view the area also which was incredible and lastly our tourist was so good and respectful towards. Safari I am definitely bringing my family back
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so glad to hear that you and your friends had a lovely time on the safari, enjoyed the lunch, and took in the incredible surroundings. It’s especially heartening to know that your guide made a positive impression and treated you with the respect and hospitality you deserve. We’d be absolutely delighted to welcome you and your family back in the future for another unforgettable adventure!
The experience was lovely I got to see different views and different animals which was so incredible. Our tourist was good and filled us with so much information that we needed me and my friend and lastly we got to have some lunch there which was so divine and wonderful. Overall I would say it was really one of our best place we could visit.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an incredible experience on the Cape Town Full Day Private Big 5 Safari at Aquila Game Reserve. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the breathtaking views, the variety of animals, and the informative guidance from your tour guide. We’re especially glad to know that you and your friend found the lunch divine — we agree, it’s the perfect way to top off an unforgettable day! Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’re honored to have been one of the highlights of your trip. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
While in Cape Town,we booked a day trip to Aquila Game Reserve. It’s just under 2 hours from the city and a perfect option if you’re short on time but still want to experience a real safari. They picked us up early from our hotel, and from that point on, we didn’t have to worry about a thing. When we arrived at the lodge, we were welcomed with a drink, then treated to a delicious buffet lunch (included, and yes, we definitely went back for seconds ). We were out spotting Africa’s Big 5 before noon, and the experience didn’t disappoint. To set the mood, our driver had the ultimate playlist for the ride: Africa, The Lion Sleeps Tonight: (A-wimoweh, a-wimoweh, a-wimoweh, a-wimoweh), Circle of Life, Eye of the Tiger, and Sweet Caroline (BA BA BA). It was the perfect soundtrack to kick off our adventure. If you’re in Cape Town and craving a quick, affordable safari experience without the time or cost of flying to Kruger, Aquila’s half- or full-day tours are a fantastic option. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a fantastic and detailed review of your day trip to Aquila Game Reserve! We’re thrilled to hear that everything from the hotel pickup to the wildlife sightings and that memorable soundtrack helped make your experience truly special. It’s great to know the buffet lunch hit the spot (seconds are always encouraged!) and that you were able to enjoy the beauty of Africa’s Big 5 without the long travel time. Your mention of the playlist brought a big smile to our faces — nothing sets the tone for a safari adventure like a bit of Circle of Life and Sweet Caroline! 🎶 We’re so glad we could be part of your Cape Town journey and provide a fun, seamless, and unforgettable safari experience. Thank you for the high recommendation — we hope to welcome you back again someday!