Cape Town: Big 5 Safari Day Trip To Aquila Game Reserve & Private Transfers

4.8 (9 reviews)
TypeNational Park & Game Reserve Safaris
ThemeSafari
CityTouws River, South Africa
Duration1 day
About Your Experience
Shared Experience Join a group of like-minded travellers and share the adventure.

Begin your day with a private transfer from your hotel in Cape Town or designated areas on the outskirts to the Aquila Private Game Reserve. Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome drink and a buffet breakfast before embarking on a 2 to 3-hour traditional safari game drive in an open-air 4x4 vehicle with a ranger.

Led by experienced game rangers and field guides, explore the reserve’s 10,000 hectares, home to South Africa’s iconic Big Five animals. Capture stunning wildlife photos and learn about the unique Karoo fauna and flora from your guide.

After the safari, savor a buffet lunch and enjoy leisure time at the reserve. Take a dip in the outdoor infinity pool, or opt for an additional horseback or quad bike safari at an extra cost.

Before heading back to Cape Town, join a complimentary Eco Synergy Tour to learn more about the reserve’s conservation efforts.

What's Included
Pickup & Drop Off
Professional Guide
Full Buffet Breakfast & Lunch
2-3hr Traditional Safari Game Drive in an open-air 4x4 Vehicle
Private Road Transfers to and from the Lodge in an air-conditioned vehicle
Complimentary Eco Synergy Tour
Access to outdoor infinity pool
What's Excluded
Personal Expenses (e.g. souvenirs, alcoholic beverages)
Optional Gratuities for guides or staff
Horseback safari
Quad bike safari
Select Number of Travellers and Date
A minimum of 4 adult guest(s) is required to book this experience.
Cape Town: Big 5 Safari Day Trip To Aquila Game Reserve & Private Transfers
Duration: 1 dayMeet Up Point: You will be picked up from your Touws River, South Africa address.

Adult 4 x $310$1,240

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"This ended up being one of the most unique and fun experiences I’ve had. Local, welcoming, fun and knowledgeable hosts! I’d book again in a heartbeat" — Didi
Itinerary
Start Point:
Aquila Private Game Reserve, Touws River, South Africa
Aquila Private Game Reserve, Touws River, South Africa

Aquila is a 4-star malaria free lodge in the Karoo, a comfortable drive from Cape Town. Situated a 2-hour drive from the city, it is a great African safari getaway. The reserve is a 10 000 hectare conservancy and home to the Big Five—elephant, lion, buffalo, leopard and rhino. There is a pool bar and lounge available for drinks and snacks. Aquila offers something for everyone including day trips or overnight safaris, horseback or quad bike safaris with a spa and children’s entertainment area.

Highlights
Private Road Transfers to and from the lodge in an air-conditioned vehicle
Feel the thrill of possibly spotting the Big 5
Only a 2hr drive from Cape Town
Enjoy a buffet breakfast and lunch at the reserve
Relax by the outdoor infinity pool during your leisure time
Language(s) Offered
This experience is available in English
Policies
This experience is non-refundable. All sales are final.
Rescheduling is not permitted.
Participants may be required to show a valid ID upon arrival.
Guests arriving more than 30mins minutes late may forfeit their booking without refund.
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"I've been looking for something like this for ages — a site that actually curates African tours and activities. The hosts are all verified locals, which is why I booked - so my payment makes an impact" — Chrissy
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