Viator · Private tour

From Cape Town: Big Five Safari Tour with Wine Tasting

4.9(11)Cape Town1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.9(11)

Description

Experience the thrill of seeing Africa’s iconic Big Five elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and Cape buffalo at a private game reserve located about 200 km from Cape Town, approximately a 2 hour and 30 minute drive away. This is a shared tour starting from 4 guests, including convenient hotel pickup and drop-off before joining a shared or private safari game drive led by experienced rangers. Please note that the game reserve entrance fee is not included in the tour price. These fees include reserve access, a buffet lunch, a guided safari game drive, and a complimentary welcome glass of bubbles, creating a memorable African safari experience.

Tour Options

Park fee included
  • Pickup included
Safari Park fee not included
  • Park fee : Park fee : R1890pp low /R2365 mid /R2580pp peak season - includes lunch & game drive Pickup included

Itinerary

360 min

On this private safari game drive tour, guests enjoy welcome drinks and a hearty buffet breakfast upon arrival before joining an exciting 2–3 hour game drive around the reserve, followed by a delicious buffet lunch. All Cape Town private safaris take place in an open 4x4 safari vehicle and are led by an experienced guide who will share fascinating insights about the wildlife and surroundings. The journey from Cape Town to the reserve takes approximately 2 hours.

Admission included120 min

Vineyard & goat farm offering wine & cheese tasting sessions, plus a Mediterranean-style restaurant.

Highlights

Entry-Admission Fairview Wine estate
All Taxes
Welcome Drink and full Buffet Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottle of Water
Hotel pickup and drop off
3 Hour Small Group Safari in Open Safari Vehicle at Aquila
Standard Cheese Wine Tasting USD 4.90 per person

What's included

Included
Entry-Admission Fairview Wine estate
All Taxes
Welcome Drink and full Buffet Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottle of Water
Hotel pickup and drop off
3 Hour Small Group Safari in Open Safari Vehicle at Aquila
Standard Cheese Wine Tasting USD 4.90 per person
Not included
Park entrance fee (R1890pp low/R2365 mid/R2580pp peak season - includes lunch & game drive) onsite
Gratuities(optional)

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(11)

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Getaway62125037481
March 22, 2026
Enjoyable day

Nest tout ever ,we enjoyed the tour and the people ,food was nice and we saw many animals, we recommend this tour.

Operator response

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exauceemushiyal
June 28, 2025
Amazing

We are back after months because the reviews convinced us to make another turn at shine the way tours, the buffet was a 5 star experience this is an ideal place to go with friends or family we really recommend this tour and shine the way to everyone looking for a good quality time to spend the day. The view was so amazing as well as the company that came along with the tour. 5 star experience ✨️

Operator response

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Happiness15800147481
June 28, 2025
Nice day

Thank you so much Shine The Way Tours for your services we really appreciate ,we really recommend this tour,south africain people are very friendly.

Operator response

Thank you so much

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Traveler17110010507
June 28, 2025
Family day

My family and I we really enjoyed the tour special the Game Reserve was amazing, I will really recommend this tour also the food was so nice.

Operator response

Thank you so much

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Getaway47382646393
June 1, 2025
Professional TourGuide

My friends and I we really enjoyed this tour specifically the tour guide was very professional, we will recommend this tour to another's

Operator response

Thank you so much

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Trail64134606813
May 24, 2025
Amazing experience

Me and my partner we really enjoyed the experience, thank you so much Shine Away Tours.l really recommend this tour to anyone who would like to visit South Africa.

Operator response

Thank you so much

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Trip59595403656
May 8, 2025
Nice Day

Happy to see Cape Town ,the tour was amazing my friends and I were enjoying the nice food to Aquila , were really recommended this tour .

Operator response

Thank you so much

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Roving17484731784
April 6, 2025
Family day

This time I have to bring all my family to visit Cape town specifically this Aquila tour , my family were happy seeing animals, we really recommend this tour.

Operator response

Thank you so much

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Curiosity28492196265
March 31, 2025
Unforgettable day

Overall, this small group tour by Shine The Way Tours is an unforgettable day out, offering a mix of wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and delicious wines. It’s ideal for those who want a more personal and relaxed safari experience. Shine The Way Tours' small group safari to Aquila Big 5 Private Game Reserve is a perfect blend of thrilling wildlife encounters and serene wine tasting. With knowledgeable guides and a personalized experience, it's a great choice for those seeking a memorable day out in nature.

Operator response

Thank you so much

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Compass61849378085
March 27, 2025
professional driver

George pick up us on time , this a best safari close to the city, prepare for long drive after the wine tasting. The driver was our tour guide very professional I will recommend this tours to everyone want to see animals very close.

Operator response

Thank you so much