AQUILA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE/BIG 5 SAFARI
Aquila Private Game Reserve, just two hours from Cape Town, offers an unforgettable Big Five safari experience in a stunning Karoo landscape. Guests can enjoy guided game drives, spot lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards, and relax in luxury lodges or by the infinity pool. With spa treatments, horseback and quad bike safaris, and breathtaking views, Aquila blends adventure, wildlife, and comfort—perfect for a true African getaway close to the city.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel Lobby
- Pick up at hotel/Airport
AQUILA PRIVATE GAME/BIG 5 SAFARIS
Arrive at Aquila after 2 hr drive from Cape Town via N1 highway.
Aquila Private Game Reserve, just two hours from Cape Town, offers an authentic Big Five safari in the scenic Karoo. Set on 10,000 hectares, it’s home to lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards. Guests enjoy guided game drives, horseback or quad bike safaris, luxury lodges, and a relaxing spa. With stunning landscapes and strong conservation values, Aquila delivers an unforgettable African wildlife experience close to the city.
GUIDED GAME DRIVE/HORSEBACK/QUAD BIKE
Suggested Afternoon Program (After Lunch)
Lunch at the lodge restaurant
Guest choice of one activity:
Guided Game Drive (2 hrs): Explore the reserve in an open 4x4 with a ranger to spot the Big Five.
Horseback Safari (1.5 hrs): A relaxed ride through the plains with close-up wildlife encounters.
Quad Bike Safari (1.5 hrs): A thrilling off-road adventure across Karoo terrain with expert supervision.
Return to lodge, refreshments, and optional relaxation at the pool or spa before departure.
Aquila Private Game/Big 5 Safaris
After completing the two-hour afternoon activities and lunch, we depart from Aquila Game Reserve at 3:00 PM, traveling along the N1 highway back to Cape Town.
Enjoy the scenic drive through the Hex River Valley, Du Toitskloof Pass, and the vineyard landscapes of the Cape Winelands en route.
We are expected to arrive back in Cape Town at approximately 5:00 PM, concluding our memorable safari experience.
Ending Point
At your Hotel
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Transport pick up and Drop off (sedan or van)
Parking fee
Gasoline
Lunch
Entrance fee
Personal expenses
Tour Important Information
Make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
This tour is wheelchair accessible.
Important message from the supplier
Im available everyday of the week 24/7.
Feel free to get in touch with me for Unforgettable journey in South Africa.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Collen C.
Hello and welcome to Cape Town!
My name is Collen , a passionate and accredited tour guide based in the Western Cape. I specialize in crafting bespoke and budget-friendly experiences that showcase the best of Cape Town — from the vibrant streets of the city and the iconic Table Mountain, to the hidden gems along the Cape Peninsula and the scenic winelands.
With years of experience in hospitality and guiding, I combine local storytelling, history, and culture to bring every destination to life. Whether you’re a solo traveler, couple, or group, I aim to create tours that feel personal, informative, and memorable.
$320/ per group
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