Big 5 Safari & Spa

REAL AFRICA. REAL CLOSE TO CAPE TOWN

Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa offers many adventurous big 5 safari experiences just under 2 hours from Cape Town. 

Join us for a day trip or stay overnight, we look forward to welcoming you.

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.

Winter Rates

Embrace the chill, seek the thrill: with our big 5 Winter Safari

Full Day Trips

Arrival 09h00am at Aquila Private Game Reserve. Departing at 16h30pm. You may add transport as an optional extra if required to the packages below.

Overnight Safari

Includes accommodation, safaris and all meals

Our Lodge Rooms

Standard Lodge

Basic overnight stay including meals and safaris

Family Lodge

Comfortable family overnight stay including meals and safaris

Premier Lodge

4 star overnight stay including meals and safaris

Our Cottages

Karoo Cottage

Standard overnight stay including meals and safaris

Family Cottage

Classic overnight family stay including meals and safaris

Premier Cottage

Private, rustic overnight stay including meals and safaris

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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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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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Transport rates June - Oct 2023
Transport rates Nov '23 - Oct '24
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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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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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1R1 990
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Quadbike Safari

The quadbike experience is a firm favourite and involves roughing it up within the 10,000 hectare wildlife conservancy of Aquila.

Note: Maximum weight per person: 90Kgs. Min. age is 16 years and older. 250cc horsepower quad bikes. There are a maximum number of 10 people per quad bike experience, and one person per quad bike. The quad bike experience is guided by two qualified rangers.

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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Horseback Safari

Note: Maximum weight per person: 90Kgs. Min. age is 16 years and older. 250cc horsepower quad bikes. There are a maximum number of 10 people per quad bike experience, and one person per quad bike. The quad bike experience is guided by two qualified rangers.

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. Maximum person weight – 95Kgs and minimum age requirement is 16 years old and older.

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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1R2 440
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Combo Full Day Safari

Vehicle Safari – Traditional Game Drive: Combines the 2 to 3 hour morning Big 5 traditional game drive and either a 1.5 hour afternoon horseback or  quadbike outride together.

Option 1 – Quadbike Outride: Maximum weight per person: 90Kgs. Min. age is 16 years and older. 250cc horsepower quad bikes. There are a maximum number of 10 people per quad bike experience, and one person per quad bike. The quad bike experience is guided by two qualified rangers. The quad bike experience involves roughing it up with an experienced wildlife guide within the 10,000 hectare conservancy.

Option 2 – Horseback Outride: Maximum weight per person: 95Kgs. Min. age is 16 years and older. The horseback experience is guided by two qualified rangers. Horseback adventures include a slow walk across the plains with possible wildlife sightings and guided information about the Karoo veld and our conservation projects.

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. Maximum person weight – 95Kgs and minimum age requirement is 16 years old and older.

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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