Aquila Reserve Safari Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting

About this activity

Experience the wild heart of South Africa with our All-Inclusive Aquila Safari Day Tour from Cape Town. Located just two hours from the city, the award-winning Aquila Private Game Reserve offers a premier, Malaria-free safari experience. This tour is specifically designed to remove the stress of self-driving and logistics; we handle everything from luxury Cape Town transfers and park entrance fees to a gourmet buffet lunch and a celebratory wine tasting.

Join our small-group expedition for a 3-hour guided game drive through the Karoo wilderness, where you’ll have the ultimate opportunity to witness Africa’s legendary Big Five in their natural habitat.

🌟 Tour Highlights

• The Big Five Encounter: Enjoy a 3-hour guided game drive with expert rangers to spot Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo.

• Malaria-Free Safari: Experience world-class wildlife viewing in a safe, Malaria-free environment perfect for families and solo travelers.

• Gourmet Buffet Lunch: Refuel with a sprawling, traditional South African buffet served in the reserve’s thatched-roof restaurant.

• Cape Wine Tasting: Conclude your wild adventure with a curated wine tasting session, featuring some of the Western Cape’s finest vintages.

• Diverse Wildlife: Beyond the Big Five, spot giraffes, hippos, cheetahs, zebras, and over 170 species of birds in the lush wetlands.

• Hassle-Free Logistics: Relax with round-trip transportation from your Cape Town hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

🗺️ Your Safari Itinerary

01. Morning Departure Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your Cape Town hotel. Enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive through the famous Hex River Valley and the Klein Karoo as we head toward the reserve.

02. Arrival & Welcome Upon arrival at the award-winning Aquila Private Game Reserve, you’ll be welcomed with refreshments. Take a moment to soak in the mountain views before boarding your specialized 4×4 safari vehicle.

03. The Big Five Game Drive Led by a professional field guide, you’ll head out for a 3-hour game drive. Learn about the reserve’s conservation efforts as you track lions across the plains and watch elephants at the watering holes. Keep your camera ready for the elusive leopard and the soaring birdlife of the wetlands.

04. Buffet Lunch & Wine Tasting After the drive, enjoy a leisurely buffet lunch at the lodge. Once satisfied, indulge in a tasting of premium Cape wines, the perfect way to toast to your successful sightings.

05. Return to Cape Town Spend some final time at the reserve’s infinity pool or gift shop before our driver returns you comfortably to your Cape Town accommodation by late afternoon.

🗣️ Why Choose the Aquila All-Inclusive Tour?

Many visitors find the remote location of game reserves intimidating to reach on their own. Our tour is the ultimate “safari-in-a-day” solution. We combine the rugged adventure of a Big Five hunt with the sophistication of Cape Town’s wine culture. By including all park fees and meals upfront, we ensure you have no hidden costs—allowing you to focus entirely on the majestic wildlife and the stunning Karoo scenery.

Ready to meet the Big Five? Book your Aquila Safari Experience today!