Tick off the ultimate safari experience from your bucket list with an exciting day trip to Aquila Game Reserve, just a short 3-hour drive from Cape Town. Located in the picturesque Klein Karoo, this private game reserve is home to Africa's iconic Big Five, from majestic lions and elephants to rhinos and hippos, giving you the chance to witness wildlife in its natural habitat.
Day Overview:
Morning: Your adventure begins bright and early with a comfortable pick-up from your Cape Town accommodation. Relax and enjoy the scenic drive as we make our way to Aquila Game Reserve, located about 3 hours from the city. Along the journey, our friendly and knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights about Cape Town, its history, and the surrounding countryside, making the drive an enjoyable part of the experience. Along the way, you’ll pass through dramatic landscapes, from mountain passes to wide, open plains.
Arrival at Aquila Game Reserve: Once we arrive at the reserve, you’ll be greeted with a complimentary breakfast before embarking on your exciting game drive. Led by a professional ranger, this 2-3 hour safari tour will take you across the reserve’s diverse terrain, where you’ll have the opportunity to spot Africa’s Big Five and other fascinating wildlife. Your guide will share expert knowledge on the animals you encounter, enriching your safari experience.
Lunch & Leisure: After the game drive, you’ll enjoy a complimentary lunch, giving you the chance to relax and discuss the morning’s wildlife encounters. Once you're fed and refreshed, take some time to explore the reserve’s other offerings. You can opt for horseback riding, quad-biking, or indulge in a spa treatment. Alternatively, relax at the swimming pool, sip a drink at the licensed bar, or unwind in the guest lounge.
Afternoon: As the day winds down, you’ll have a final opportunity to explore the reserve or take part in one of the optional activities before we make our way back to Cape Town.
Evening: We’ll head back to Cape Town in the late afternoon, ensuring you have a relaxed and comfortable journey home. You’ll be dropped off at your accommodation, leaving you with unforgettable memories of your safari adventure.
Why Choose This Tour?
Main Highlights:
Enjoy our full day private tour for you and your group on a full day safari at your own pace. Our private tours are relaxed and enjoyable for guest who prefers complete flexibility along the way. The private tours are suited for families, couples and honeymooners who prefer enjoying the attractions without any other persons on board.
Enjoy our full day charter tour for you in your group. Our charter tours are enjoyed by guest who prefers to plan their own attractions they would like to visit. The chartered tours are suited for families, couples and groups.
Enjoy our full day schedule tour on a routine itinerary. Our schedule tours are enjoyed by guest who prefers travelling in groups to visit the attractions. The schedule tours are suited for single travellers, couples and smaller groups. Our schedule tours have less flexibility and time allocations for each attraction.
Refreshments
Light Complimentary refreshments are offered on the boat
Tour briefing
You are given a tour briefing before the main attraction. This is information about the tour itinerary, safety protocols, weather conditions, etc. Question will be answered for your complete understanding of what lies ahead.
Game Drive
Enjoy a 3 hour game drive seeing the big 5.
Lunch
Horse back safari
spa treatment (optional)
