Big 5 Safari & Spa

REAL AFRICA. REAL CLOSE TO CAPE TOWN

Join us for an adventurous big 5 safari day trip or overnight experience, just under 2 hours from Cape Town. 

your big 5 safari & spa. just under 2 hours from cape town. real africa. real close to cape town.

Acclaimed for service excellence, renewable energy, social responsibility efforts and conservation programmes, Aquila is more than just an unforgettable wildlife experience, it is an experience in luxurious African hospitality, traditional culinary delights, service excellence and the restoration of pride to the indigenous people and the land.

Choose Your Safari

Experience the big 5 with either our Traditional, Quadbike or Horseback safari adventures.

Half Day Trips

Choose your preferred half day trip for more information and bookings. All half day safaris include the safari experience and meals. Kids under the age of 4 years old are free, and between 4 – 11 years old, get 50% off.

Full Day Trips

All full day safaris include the safari experience and meals. Arrival 09h00am at Aquila Private Game Reserve, and departing at 16h30pm. You may add transport as an optional extra if required to the packages below. 

Overnight Safari

Accommodation includes all meals, one afternoon and morning safari.

Aquila Lodges

Choose from our Standard, Family or Premier Lodge options.

Standard Lodge

From R2 300/ pps

Family Lodge

From R2 995 / pps

Premier Lodge

From R2 995 / pps

Aquila Cottages

Choose from our Karoo, Family or Premier Cottage options.

Karoo Cottage

From R 2 725 / pps

Family Cottage

From R 2 830 / pps

Premier Cottage

From R 4 490 / pps

Latest News

Early Morning Safari

Our Cape Town safari trip has been rated by Sawubona magazine as one of the Top 10 best day-trip destinations. The safari is led by an experienced guide who will share inside-stories and facts about your surroundings – easily arousing your inner wild side. Please bring a bathing costume, sunblock and warm clothing.

Itinerary

Duration of game drive and departure times are approximate and dependent on the interaction of the guests with the ranger and the sighting of animals. Please note: transport to and from the reserve is for your own arrangement.

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8R1 440
9R1 440
10R1 440
11R1 440
12R1 440
13R1 440
14R1 440
15R1 440
16R1 440
17R1 440
18R1 440
19R1 440
December 20, 2023Peak Season
20R1 590
December 21, 2023Peak Season
21R1 590
December 22, 2023Peak Season
22R1 590
December 23, 2023Peak Season
23R1 590
December 24, 2023Peak Season
24R1 590
December 25, 2023Peak Season
25R1 590
December 26, 2023Peak Season
26R1 590
December 27, 2023Peak Season
27R1 590
December 28, 2023Peak Season
28R1 590
December 29, 2023Peak Season
29R1 590
December 30, 2023Peak Season
30R1 590
December 31, 2023Peak Season
31R1 590
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Afternoon Safari

Our Cape Town safari trip has been rated by Sawubona magazine as one of the Top 10 best day-trip destinations. The safari is led by an experienced guide who will share inside-stories and facts about your surroundings – easily arousing your inner wild side. Please bring a bathing costume, sunblock and warm clothing.

Itinerary

Game Drives: Duration of game drives and departure times are approximate and dependent on the interaction of the guests with the ranger and the sighting of animals.

Transport to Aquila: Optional R940.00 per person. Pick up location will be confirmed by a safari consultant. Overnight pick up times are between 09h00 and 10h00 on the day of check-in and will be confirmed via the contact details provided at the time of booking.

Pick up zones include: Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town CBD, Constantia or Bellville. For private, airport, luxury or air transfers, please contact our safari consultants after making your booking. Contact (support@aquilasafari.com or 021 430 7260

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Available
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8R1 690
9R1 690
10R1 690
11R1 690
12R1 690
13R1 690
14R1 690
15R1 690
16R1 690
17R1 690
18R1 690
19R1 690
December 20, 2023Peak Season
20R1 990
December 21, 2023Peak Season
21R1 990
December 22, 2023Peak Season
22R1 990
December 23, 2023Peak Season
23R1 990
December 24, 2023Peak Season
24R1 990
December 25, 2023Peak Season
25R1 990
December 26, 2023Peak Season
26R1 990
December 27, 2023Peak Season
27R1 990
December 28, 2023Peak Season
28R1 990
December 29, 2023Peak Season
29R1 990
December 30, 2023Peak Season
30R1 990
December 31, 2023Peak Season
31R1 990
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Sunset Safari

The perfect Mother City escape after a morning of Cape Town views and activities. After a hot day in the Karoo veld, the animals are just starting to stir, moving towards the watering holes and coming out of the shade. The safari is led by an experienced guide who will share exciting inside stories and facts about your surroundings, easily rousing your inner wild side.

Itinerary

Duration of game drive and departure times are approximate and dependent on the interaction of the guests with the ranger and the sighting of animals. Please note: transport to and from the reserve is for your own arrangement.

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8R995
9R995
10R995
11R995
12R995
13R995
14R995
15R995
16R995
17R995
18R995
19R995
December 20, 2023high season
20R1 250
December 21, 2023high season
21R1 250
December 22, 2023high season
22R1 250
December 23, 2023high season
23R1 250
December 24, 2023high season
24R1 250
December 25, 2023high season
25R1 250
December 26, 2023high season
26R1 250
December 27, 2023high season
27R1 250
December 28, 2023high season
28R1 250
December 29, 2023high season
29R1 250
December 30, 2023high season
30R1 250
December 31, 2023high season
31R1 250
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Traditional Big 5 Safari

This full day Big 5 safari experience is an ideal inclusion in your Cape Town holiday itinerary. Enjoy a great diversity of wildlife and natural Karoo beauty with the opportunity to capture stunning wildlife photos and make African memories to last a lifetime.

Itinerary

Game Drives:

Duration of game drives and departure times are approximate and dependent on the interaction of the guests with the ranger and the sighting of animals.

Transport to Aquila: 

Day Trips:

Standard transport is R940.00 per adult, kids are half price, return. Pick up times are between 06h00 and 07h00am. Location will be confirmed by a safari consultant.

Overnight Transport:

Overnight transport is R1 440.00/per adult, kids are half price, return. Pick up times are between 09h00 and 10h00am on the day of check-in and will be confirmed via the contact details provided at the time of booking.

Pick up zones include: Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town CBD, Constantia or Bellville. For private, luxury or air transfers, please contact our safari consultants after making your booking.

Contact (support@aquilasafari.com or 021 430 7260)

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Available
Booked
MTWTFSS
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8R2 195
9R2 195
10R2 195
11R2 195
12R2 195
13R2 195
14R2 195
15R2 195
16R2 195
17R2 195
18R2 195
19R2 195
December 20, 2023Peak Season
20R2 440
December 21, 2023Peak Season
21R2 440
December 22, 2023Peak Season
22R2 440
December 23, 2023Peak Season
23R2 440
December 24, 2023Peak Season
24R2 440
December 25, 2023Peak Season
25R2 440
December 26, 2023Peak Season
26R2 440
December 27, 2023Peak Season
27R2 440
December 28, 2023Peak Season
28R2 440
December 29, 2023Peak Season
29R2 440
December 30, 2023Peak Season
30R2 440
December 31, 2023Peak Season
31R2 440
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