Aquila Private Game Reserve Safari Cape Town, Aquila Game Safari Day Tour

Aquila Private Game Reserve and Luxury Big 5, Safari Lodge is Cape Town's only Authentic BIG 5 Safari, which is situated just over 90min on scenic drive via the N1 from Cape Town. Aquila Private Game Reserve is named after the rare and endangered Black Eagle that thrives in the area. Proclaimed a Private Nature Reserve in 1985, this 4 Star, malaria free, 4,500 hectare Big 5 Safari Reserve is steeped in Khoi San and Boer War history and boasts 3 pristine biomes of vegetation set in the most magnificent Karoo mountains, valleys, rivers and kloofs.

A representative of Aquila Private Game Reserve will meet you at your hotel in Cape Town, you will then travel via the scenic Du Toitskloof Pass and endless winelands to Aquila Private Game Reserve. A welcome cocktail will await your arrival whilst you relax by the rock swimming pool in summer, or enjoying a roaring log fire in our cigar bar or lounge in winter.

Stylish Safari Lodge Accommodation. Guests at Aquila have two accommodation options to choose from, namely the Luxury and Premier. These consist of tastefully decorated cottages equipped with en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, ceiling fans, fireplaces (perfect for the Cape winter) as well as mini-bars. We offer a luxury honeymoon suite ideal for newlyweds or those wanting to rekindle romance, a Cigar Bar, as well as the highly rated Boma Restaurant, offering a varierty of South African culinary delights.

Aquila Private Game Reserve is very proud to be the only Reserve in the Western Cape to have reintroduced lion, rhino, buffalo, Cape mountain leopard and now finally the elephant to complete Cape Town’s BIG 5 experience. Having the Big 5 in the Western Cape will ensure that visitors to our region spend more time in the area and are no longer forced to risk malaria, incur high travel costs and extra travelling time going north for their safari experience.

Cape Town Luxury Safari:

We offer a number of luxury African safaris for our guests to enjoy, ranging from horse back safaris to traditional game drives. We also offer various packages for these safaris, so whether it be a guided tour or a self drive safari, we can cater to your needs.

Aquila Safari Options:

Aquila has several safari options on offer. These enable our guests to experience the reserve in a way that

best suits their interests and schedules. These include:

For all the tours listed below that are with transport, a representative of Aquila Private Game Reserve will meet you at your hotel in Cape Town, travel via the scenic Du Toitskloof Pass and endless winelands to Aquila Private Game Reserve. A welcome cocktail will await your arrival whilst you relax by the rock swimming pool in summer, or enjoying a roaring log fire in our cigar bar or lounge in winter.

1 DAY TOUR FROM CAPE TOWN & AUTHENTIC AFRICAN SAFARI

These are offered with or without transport to the reserve - self drive

guests are informed to depart Cape Town approximately the same time as the

tour provided with transport, for these are the set times for game drives

and meals served daily.

* Departs Cape Town at 06h00: Pick-up from hotel or guesthouse and transfer to Aquila.

* Arrive: 08h00: Welcome drink on arrival served in the reception area.

* Between 08h00 and 09h00: Full course buffet breakfast served in the restaurant

* 09.00am: Depart on a 2 to 3 hour safari (in 4X4 safari vehicle with ranger guide) -

Visit San Rock Art site.

* 12h30: Buffet lunch served in the African boma restaurant. After lunch guests are able

to relax at the pool and are welcome to browse our African curio shop.

* Approximately at 16h30: Return to Cape Town.

Please note these times are all approximate.

Costs: R1,630.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R640.00) 1 Nov 07- 31 Oct 08 - With Transport

Costs: R970.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R640.00) 1 Nov 07- 31 Oct 08 - Self Drive

Costs: R1,830.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R580.00) 1 Nov 08- 31 Oct 09 - With Transport

Costs: R1,090.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R580.00) 1 Nov 08- 31 Oct 09 - Self Drive

1 DAY TOUR FROM CAPE TOWN & AUTHENTIC AFRICAN HORSE TRAIL SAFARI

Wildlife

Aquila has the Big 5, free roaming elephant, Lion, Buffalo, Rhino and rare Mountain Leopard and is also home to Giraffe and Hippo. Large herds of game are found on the Reserve such as Black Wildebeest, Burchell's Zebra, Springbok, Gemsbok, Steenbok, Caracal (lynx), Blesbok, Bat Eared Fox, Ostriches, Klip Springer, Duiker, Greybuck, Baboon, Black Backed Jackal, Eland, Red Hartebeest.

Birdlife

Aquila and its natural wetland is home to 172 species of birds and is also home to several breeding pairs of the rare and endangered Black Eagle, after which the Reserve has been named. Karoo chat, rufous-eared warbler, fairy flycatcher and yellow-bellied eremomela can be found on short walks into the surrounding wilderness. Lark-like Bunting and Black-headed Canary move in after rain. In the summer months the Booted Eagle is a regular visitor and the rainy season attracts Flamingo's to the Reserve

Media News at Aquila Game Reserve

Aquila is very proud to be the only Reserve in the Western Cape to have reintroduced lion, rhino, buffalo, Cape mountain leopard and now finally the elephant to complete Cape Town’s BIG 5 experience. Having the Big 5 in the Western Cape will ensure that visitors to our region spend more time in the area and are no longer forced to risk malaria, incur high travel costs and extra travelling time going north for their safari experience.

Baroness Margeret Thatcher visits Aquila.

Please note these times are all approximate.

Costs: R1,815.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R640.00) 1 Nov 07- 31 Oct 08 - With Transport

Costs: R1,155.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R640.00) 1 Nov 07- 31 Oct 08 - Self Drive

Costs: R2,035.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R580.00) 1 Nov 08- 31 Oct 09 - With Transport

Costs: R1,295.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R580.00) 1 Nov 08- 31 Oct 09 - Self Drive

1 DAY TOUR FROM CAPE TOWN & AFRICAN GAME DRIVE SAFARI + HORSE TRAIL SAFARI

* Departs Cape Town at 06h00: Pick-up from hotel or guesthouse and transfer to Aquila.

* Arrive: 08h00: Welcome drink on arrival served in the reception area.

* Between 08h00 and 09h00: Full course buffet breakfast served in the restaurant

* 09.00am: Depart on a 2 to 3 hour safari (in 4X4 safari vehicle with ranger guide) -

Visit San Rock Art site.

* 12h30: Buffet lunch served in the African boma restaurant. After lunch guests are able

to relax at the pool and are welcome to browse our African curio shop.

* 13h30: Guests head off on either a horseback or quadbike safari ( 1½ hr horse-back safari)

* Approximately at 16h30: Return to Cape Town.

Please note these times are all approximate.

Costs: R2,585.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R640.00) 1 Nov 07- 31 Oct 08 - With Transport

Costs: R1,940.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R640.00) 1 Nov 07- 31 Oct 08 - Self Drive

Costs: R2,900.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R580.00) 1 Nov 08- 31 Oct 09 - With Transport

Costs: R2,160.00 - P/P (Single Supplement - R580.00) 1 Nov 08- 31 Oct 09 - Self Drive

2 DAY TOUR FROM CAPE TOWN & AFRICAN GAME DRIVE SAFARI

These are offered with or without transport to the reserve - self drive

guests are informed to depart Cape Town approximately the same time as the

tour provided with transport, for these are the set times for game drives

and meals served daily.

* STANDARD OVERNIGHT SAFARI - Includes: dinner, bed,

The Best of both worlds. As the name sugests, this safari offers

you a game drive and a horse-back safari. You get a three-hour

game drive with one of our experienced rangers and visit our

world-renowned Khoi San Bushmen rock art sites. Game viewing

on horseback is an unforgettable experience as one can get so

much closer to the wildlife. It has been described as an epic

experience and adventure.

and house wine. Game drive may be replaced by horse safari.

Premier Luxury Chalets. These units are privately situated and have been built into the hillside with the natural rock featuring in the bathrooms and outdoor showers. They are constructed from wood, stone and thatch and feature fans, air conditioners and fireplaces. The en suite bathrooms are all unique, with twin hand basins, bath and toilet. Each unit has it’s own patio with excellent views.

Costs: R4,404.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 31 May 08- 31 Oct 08 - With Transport

Costs: R3,040.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 31 May 08- 31 Oct 08 - Self Drive

Costs: R4,404.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 1 Nov 08- 31 Oct 09 - With Transport

Costs: R3,040.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 1 Nov 08- 31 Oct 09 - Self Drive

All Chalets have tea and coffee making facilities, a mini bar and the best quality percale linen is used throughout.

Costs: R2,463.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 31 May 08- 31 Oct 08 - With Transport

Costs: R1,499.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 31 May 08- 31 Oct 08 - Self Drive

Costs: R2,955.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 1 Nov 08- 30 Apr 09 - With Transport

Costs: R1,990.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 1 Nov 08- 30 Apr 09 - Self Drive

Costs: R2,463.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 31 May 09- 31 Oct 09 - With Transport

Costs: R1,499.00 - P/P (R50% rates single supplement ) 31 May 09- 31 Oct 09 - Self Drive

* PREMIER OVERNIGHT SAFARI - Includes: dinner, bed, breakfast, and lunch.

2 game drives. (bushman paintings). Also includes all local malts

Please note: All bookings must be paid in full on confirmation.

* All rates are quoted in ZAR (SA Rand) Vat inclusive

* All rates are quoted per person

* Accommodation is payable six weeks prior to date of arrival

* Cancellations made within 24 hours of date of arrival 100 % of daytrip payable

* Cancellations made within 30 days of date of arrival 50 % of full accomodation payable

* Cancellations made within 7 days of date of arrival 100 % of full accomodation payable

* Exclude personal expenses, beverages, telephone/facsimile, laundry, mini bar, curio shop,

optional excursions and gratuity.

* All children welcome, under 4 no charge, 4-11 years at 1/2 price and 12+ at full rate.

All children on horse safari at full rate.

* Check-out time at 9h00 on day of departure and check-in time from 14h00 on day of arrival.

* Private safari's can be arranged.

Map and Directions:

She may not be classified as one of Africa’s Big Five, but formidable former British prime minister, Baroness Margaret Thatcher, certainly provided a rare and exciting sighting with her visit to Aquila.

The great dame and her modest party of an escort and obligatory body guards chose to explore Cape Town’s exclusive malaria free four-star Aqulia Private Game Reserve, just under two hours from the Mother City to savour Cape Towns closest authentic Big 5 Safari Experience.