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Aquila Safari: Big Five Wildlife Adventure
4.9
24 Ratings
Cape Town
Embark on a thrilling safari at Aquila Game Reserve. Spot the Big Five and more in an open-air 4×4 with expert guides.
Embark on a thrilling safari at Aquila Game Reserve. Spot the Big Five and more in an open-air 4×4 with expert guides.
Duration:
7 hours, 10 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cape Town Central - Departing from Cape Town City Centre early in the morning from the designated pick-up point, this journey offers the opportunity to witness the city’s stunning landscapes in their natural splendor. The route leads to the world-renowned Breede River Valley, showcasing breathtaking scenery and lush plantations. Upon reaching…
- Cape Town Central - Departing from Cape Town City Centre early in the morning from the designated pick-up point, this journey offers the opportunity to witness the city’s stunning landscapes in their natural splendor. The route leads to the world-renowned Breede River Valley, showcasing breathtaking scenery and lush plantations. Upon reaching Worcester, there will be a chance to stretch your legs after an hour of driving. Coffee and restroom facilities are available at your own expense.
Ahead lies the majestic Ceres Mountain range, often snow-capped in winter. Ceres boasts numerous nature walks, seasonal cherry picking, and a diverse bird population in its pristine bushland.
- Klein Karoo Ostrich Emporium - Traveling through Hex Valley via Hex Pass, the journey continues into Klein Karoo, home to the Aquila Game Reserve.
Klein Karoo is a magnificent region bordered to the north by the Swartberg (Black Mountain) and to the south by the Langeberg and Outeniqua mountain ranges. It is characterized as a semi-desert area.
- Aquila Private Game Reserve - Prepare for memorable photos during a 3-hour safari tour across the 10,000-hectare Game Reserve in an open-air 4x4, guided by a top-notch Game Reserve driver. The reserve is home to the Big Five—lions, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, and wildebeests—along with a variety of other animals such as elands, springboks, zebras, and more.
- Cape Town Central - After an unforgettable experience at Aquila Safari Game Reserve, the return journey to Cape Town will be relaxed, with drop-off at your original pick-up point.
What's Included
- Live Professional Guide (English and French)
- Entry and admission
- On-board WiFi
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick-up/Drop-off at hotel
- Game Drive
- Bottled water
- Live Professional Guide (English and French)
- Entry and admission
- On-board WiFi
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick-up/Drop-off at hotel
- Game Drive
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Aquila Game Reserve
Prepare for memorable souvenir photos as you embark on a safari tour across the expansive 10,000-hectare game reserve in an open-air 4×4 vehicle, guided by an expert game ranger. Encounter the magnificent Big Five: lions, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, and wildebeests, along with a diverse array of other wildlife including elands, springboks, zebras, and more.
Aquila Game Reserve
Prepare for memorable souvenir photos as you embark on a safari tour across the expansive 10,000-hectare game reserve in an open-air 4×4 vehicle, guided by an expert game ranger. Encounter the magnificent Big Five: lions, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, and wildebeests, along with a diverse array of other wildlife including elands, springboks, zebras, and more.
Location
The Westin Cape Town
Lower Long Street
The guide/driver will pick travelers up and drop them off at the hotel or the pickup point. The guide/driver will always wear a khaki pants, a white shirt/t-shirt, a South African tour guide badge and a cap
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(24 Ratings)
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Resort68071648868
Jan 20, 2026
Fantastic Big 5 Safari at Aquila Private Reserve! - Fantastic day with Safari at Aquila, wine tasting at Fairview and great conversations with Joel!
We were meters away from the Big 5, just a couple of hours from Cape Town, in a beautiful resort and a natural reserve.
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498cheyennej
Jan 20, 2026
Very nice! - Joel was our tour guide for the safari trip to Aquila Game Reserve. We enjoyed this day a lot. We were picked up on time and everything went as planned. Along the way Joel told us interesting facts about Cape Town. We definitely recommend him as a tour guide!
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N5282jpbrianb
Jan 15, 2026
Outstanding Transport Experience with Joel – Aquila Game Reserve - Joel was absolutely amazing as our transporter to and from Aquila Game Reserve. He was punctual, courteous, and extremely accommodating from start to finish.
Beyond just getting us there safely, Joel was informative and engaging, sharing helpful insights along the way, and his sense of humor made the entire ride enjoyable and relaxed. He went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and well taken care of, which truly elevated the experience.
If you’re heading to Aquila, I highly recommend Joel. He’s professional, personable, and clearly takes pride in providing excellent service. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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Jeroenk486
Nov 3, 2025
A great day out in the wild 😀 - I had a great time. I saw 4 of the big 5. Seeing the lions was a thrilling experience, i wouldn't wanted to have missed. Thank you Joel for a perfect day out in the wild. 😀
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J9630iopatricke
Oct 28, 2025
Safari - It was a great experience. Our guide Joel was very friendly. He picked us up right in front of the hotel and drove us to the reserve. He took care of everything so that we could enjoy the day without any stress. We were able to see the Big Five up close on the safari, and the lunch was also very good. The drive with Joel was also great. He told us a lot about the history of the city and gave us some great insights
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Ericawhalen_1
Oct 17, 2025
Joel the great guide! - Joel was an incredible tour guide, so informative and friendly! I felt safe, comfortable and full of enthusiasm during our entire time! Very great person lucky to have met!
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Jacopov673
Aug 9, 2025
Safari not to be missed - The Safari was spectacular and exciting, the travel guide for Aquila Game Reserve was very kind and explanatory: during the trip Joel told us about some South African places, from history to culture and various African customs, histories and traditions. Experience highly recommended.
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Vladimir_z
Aug 1, 2025
A very good experience. - Very interesting experience. Good service. Mr. Pol provided a transfer in/out with a story about the sights we passed. A very good team.
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Dominik
Nov 14, 2025
Impressive safari experiences – but for us a short stay is enough - We spent a night in the Aquila Reserve and had a really impressive experience overall. We could actually see all of the Big Five – a moment you won’t forget anytime soon. The facility is very nicely laid out, spacious and overall also clean. The rooms are fine; they might be a little cleaner in some places, but you should bear in mind that you are on a reservation and must not compare it to a classic hotel.
For us one night was absolutely sufficient. The two safari trips – one in the afternoon and one in the early morning – are more than enough to see the animals and enjoy the experience. We would not personally recommend several days, as the content of the trips hardly differs and it can seem a bit monotonous in the long run.
The large pool is very nicely landscaped, but the water quickly appears polluted as soon as many guests stay in it at the same time. Therefore, we refrained from going in.
Unfortunately, we could not fully agree with the general praise when eating. Lunch was good, but dinner didn’t really appeal to us – maybe we’re just a little pickier as Germans, but there was little suitable for us.
We also had the repeated impression that guests were more likely to be “handled”. Already after the first drink we were brought the bill without asking for further wishes. This is a shame, especially since there is no entertainment or entertainment in the evening. For a stay in this price category, it seems a bit sobering that you can't do anything more from 8 p.m.
Nonetheless, the safari itself was a great experience that we would definitely not want to miss. If you want to see the Big Five and get a taste of real safari air, this is definitely the place to be – we wouldn’t personally recommend just several days.
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Angelica_m
Feb 16, 2026
I needed a ride - was cool. Idk the actual cost to get into Aquila b/c I paid through the travel coordinator but it was an expensive uber. If you’re like me, and didn’t want to drive up to the reserve, book transportation through this. I was picked up from my hotel. There was a group that joined my car ride and we all traveled up to the reserve. The person driving you there, isn’t leading you through the Aquila Game reserve. He was very kind and i appreciated being there so i could focus on the scenic drive while he managed our transportation. Once we arrived at the game reserve, you essentially lounge on the property until lunch. After lunch, they consolidate all guests that seek to do the game drive. The park is large in acres but the animals seemed well positioned to be noticed one after the other. We got pretty close to them. It’s two hours long but that’s really b/c of all the stopping to view and take photos. I wouldn’t go again but it was nice to experience for a first time.
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