Discover the Big Five near Cape Town with Aquila’s thrilling safari tours. Experience wildlife up close in open 4x4 vehicles led by expert rangers.
Discover the Big Five near Cape Town with Aquila’s thrilling safari tours. Experience wildlife up close in open 4x4 vehicles led by expert rangers.
- Cape Town Central - Once picked up, the guide will provide a brief overview of the day’s itinerary. This is an opportunity to discuss and customize the tour to better suit preferences.
- Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve - En route to the game reserve, enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Cape Winelands districts, including Stellenbosch, Paarl,…
- Cape Town Central - Once picked up, the guide will provide a brief overview of the day’s itinerary. This is an opportunity to discuss and customize the tour to better suit preferences.
- Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve - En route to the game reserve, enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Cape Winelands districts, including Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Worcester. Marvel at the mountain ranges adorned with Cape fynbos and expansive open spaces leading to Aquila. Prepare to be impressed by the drive through the Huguenot Tunnel.
- Aquila Private Game Reserve - Aquila Game Reserve is an excellent choice for those seeking a safari adventure close to Cape Town, located about 2 hours away. With its rich wildlife, stunning scenery, and dedication to conservation, a tour of Aquila promises an unforgettable experience for nature and wildlife lovers. The reserve spans approximately 4,500 hectares (around 11,000 acres) of varied landscapes, including mountains, valleys, and savannah. Situated a short drive from Cape Town, Aquila offers a remarkable safari experience in a magnificent African setting. Expect guided game drives with skilled rangers in open 4x4 vehicles, providing an ideal opportunity to observe Africa’s iconic wildlife, such as the “Big Five” (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros), along with cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species.
- Fairview Wine and Cheese - On the return journey to Cape Town, after an exhilarating day at Aquila Game Reserve, there will be a stop at Fairview Wine Estate in Paarl for a delightful wine and cheese tasting. Charles Back I, an immigrant from Lithuania, arrived in 1902 and, driven by a strong work ethic and passion for wine, established a thriving wine export business. Upon his passing in 1955, he left a wine farm to each of his two sons, instilling in them a spirit of enterprise. Cyril Back, one of his sons, inherited Fairview, where he and his wife Beryl successfully bottled their own wine for the first time in 1974 and launched the Cape’s first public wine auction to promote Fairview wines.
- Cape Town Central - After the day’s activities, return to Cape Town, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, concluding the tour.

- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Traditional safari game drive tickets (2-3 hours)
- Welcome drinks and buffet breakfast upon arrival
- Lunch
- Professional tour guide
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Traditional safari game drive tickets (2-3 hours)
- Welcome drinks and buffet breakfast upon arrival
- Lunch
- Professional tour guide
- Gratuities
- Donations
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Donations
- Alcoholic beverages
Aquila Game Reserve provides guided game drives with skilled rangers in open 4x4 vehicles, offering an excellent opportunity to observe Africa’s renowned wildlife, including the “Big Five” (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros), as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species.
This is an ideal destination for those eager…
Aquila Game Reserve provides guided game drives with skilled rangers in open 4x4 vehicles, offering an excellent opportunity to observe Africa’s renowned wildlife, including the “Big Five” (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros), as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species.
This is an ideal destination for those eager to enjoy the excitement of a safari without venturing far from Cape Town. With its rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and dedication to conservation, a tour of Aquila promises an unforgettable adventure for nature and wildlife lovers.
Depending on availability and package selections, guests might also engage in guided walking safaris, providing a unique perspective and a chance to learn more about the reserve’s flora and fauna.
Aquila is dedicated to wildlife conservation and sustainability.
The most convenient way to see the “Big Five” near Cape Town.
- Opportunities for wildlife viewing (Big Five).
- Most travelers can travel
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.