Leave the city behind and discover South Africa’s wildlife on a full-day safari at Aquila Private Game Reserve. This tour is perfect for visitors who want a classic game drive experience without an overnight stay.
The day includes comfortable transfers from Cape Town, a welcome drink and breakfast on arrival, a guided game drive in open vehicles and a generous buffet lunch. Between activities, you can relax at the pool, bar or lounge area while surrounded by mountain and bushveld scenery.
With the chance to see the Big Five and many other animals, this tour delivers a memorable taste of the African bush within easy reach of Cape Town.
A complete safari experience in one day.
Your safari day begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or guesthouse in Cape Town. As you leave the city, the route takes you through vineyards and mountain passes, offering scenic views of the Western Cape countryside. After approximately two hours, you arrive at Aquila Private Game Reserve, where a welcome drink and breakfast buffet await.
Following breakfast, you board an open safari vehicle with a professional ranger who leads you on a 2 to 3-hour game drive through the reserve. Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos and possibly leopards, as well as giraffes, zebras, antelope species and many birds. The ranger shares information about animal behaviour, conservation and the history of the reserve.
After the game drive, a buffet lunch is served at the lodge restaurant. You then have free time to relax by the swimming pool, visit the curio shop or enjoy a drink at the bar. Depending on the schedule, optional additional activities may be available at your own cost.
In the mid to late afternoon, you meet your driver for the return transfer to Cape Town. The day ends with drop-off at your original pickup point, filled with new safari memories.
Pickup is included from most central Cape Town hotels and nearby areas in the early morning. Exact times vary seasonally and will be provided on confirmation. Return to Cape Town is usually in the late afternoon or early evening, depending on traffic and the day’s schedule at the reserve.
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the safari departure time. Cancellations within 24 hours or failure to arrive for pickup may result in full charges, in line with partner and lodge policies.
For questions about dietary requirements, family bookings, accessibility or optional extra activities at Aquila, please contact Up and Down Tours directly. We will liaise with the reserve to ensure your day runs smoothly and meets your expectations.
Based and fully registered in Cape Town, South Africa, Up and Down Tours specialises in providing customised and memorable travel experiences for individuals, families and groups. Our team of professional, qualified tour guides brings years of experience, in-depth destination knowledge and a deep passion for sharing the beauty and culture of South Africa.
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