Aquila Safari: Private Tour with Big 5 and Wine Tasting
Cape Town Central

Experience a private safari at Aquila, spot the Big 5, and enjoy wine and cheese tasting at Fairview. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cape Town Central - The day begins with a pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Cape Town, followed by a scenic 2 to 3-hour drive to Aquila Game Reserve.
  • Aquila Safari Reserve Directions - Upon arrival at Aquila Game Reserve, guests will be greeted with a welcome drink and directed to the restaurant for a full buffet breakfast (Halal and Vegetarian options available). After breakfast, embark on a 2 to 3-hour Shared Safari Game Drive led by an experienced game ranger who will share fascinating stories and facts about the reserve and its wildlife. After the safari, guests will return to the restaurant for a full buffet lunch (Halal and Vegetarian options available). Post-lunch, guests can relax on the terrace, lounge by the poolside, or enjoy a drink at the bar.
  • Afrikaans Language Monument - During the journey, you will see the Afrikaans Language Monument, a tribute to the diverse origins of the Afrikaans language, which was used as an instrument by the apartheid government against people of color.
  • Du Toitskloof Pass - Here, you will encounter the Du Toitskloof or Huguenot Tunnel, the largest curved structure in the country, spanning 4 kilometers. This area was a settlement for French refugees in the 1600s, including Francois du Toit.
  • De Doorns - In this area, you will see the indigenous Khoi Koi people, stunning mountain viewpoints, table grapes, and Acacia trees that dominate the Hex River. During winter, snow-capped mountains, wine cellars, and the region’s export of approximately 17 million cartons of grapes annually can be observed.
  • Fairview Wine and Cheese - Enjoy wine tasting with mountain scenery at Paarl Rock, see the splendid goat tower, and sample cheese, biltong, dry sausage, and other dairy products. The fine tasting rooms offer wines and cheeses at excellent prices. On the return journey to Cape Town, enjoy a complimentary cheese and wine tasting at Fairview Wine and Cheese estate, which features a vineyard and goat farm, wine and cheese tasting sessions, and a Mediterranean-style restaurant.
  • Cape Town Central - The day concludes with a drive back to Cape Town and a drop-off at your hotel or accommodation.
What's Included
  • Private vehicle from Cape Town
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water, welcome drink at Aquila, full buffet lunch
  • Private driver/guide in English or French
  • Private transfers to and from the game reserve
What's Not Included
  • Aquila Safari Entrance Fees & Share Safari game Vehicle R 1690 per adult and half price per kid
  • Entry/Admission - Fairview Wine and Cheese R 75 per adult
Additional Information

This private tour is perfect for you and your loved ones. Enjoy an early morning drive from Cape Town to Aquila for a safari among real wild animals. Travel in a private vehicle to a game reserve, then board a shared vehicle to explore wildlife in their natural habitat. Keep an eye out for the ‘Big 5’ animals such as rhinos, lions, leopards, elephants, and buffalo, as well as other creatures like giraffes, hippos, and cheetahs. On the way back, indulge in a wine tasting and cheese pairing at Fairview Wine Estate, where you can also have a close encounter with the goats that grace the tower.

  • the Aquila park fees are not included , you should not worry for the bookings we will organise the the booking confirmation will be send to you , you may pay at the arrival or via any payment link conveyed to you once booked
  • the extra time is due to the distance driven
  • Wine tasting not recommended to any person under the age of 18 years as per south African law.
  • Its not wheelchair accessible because the terrain is accidental and not good for any disabled people
Location
Cape Town Central
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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