Aquila Private Game Reserve

TOUR DESCRIPTION

Set in the pristine southern Karoo highlands, against a backdrop of dramatic mountains, the Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa offers an exciting taste of adventure just two hours from Cape Town. Aquila is home to a variety of game, including the African ‘big five’ consisting of elephant, lion, leopard, rhino and Cape buffalo. On a safari, guests will be introduced to these majestic animals, while under the care of an experienced guide. Enjoy welcome drinks upon arrival and a delicious South African Styles lunch before being whisked off in a traditional bush vehicle for a game viewing experience that won’t soon be forgotten. Return in time to relax at Aquila’s five-star reserve to complete the afternoon experience.

MORE INFORMATION

• View the Big 5 in Cape Town: elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, Cape buffalo
• Game reserve set in the Southern Karoo highlands

History

The owner of Aquila, Searl Derman, is well-known for having vast knowledge of Cape and African wildlife. Derman felt there was a need for an affordable, authentic safari experience to be available to Cape Town locals and visitors. With this vision in mind, he opened the Aquila Private Game Reserve in 2001, naming it after the rare black eagle, or Aquila Verreauxii. The reserve is a four star, malaria free conservation area that has come to be one of Cape Town’s most notable attractions.