Aquila Big Five Safari and Wine Tasting Full Day Private Tour

5.0 (12 reviews) Cape Town, South Africa
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Duration8h - 10h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience an unforgettable full-day safari and nature escape from Cape Town into the beautiful Breede River Valley. Travel in comfort through scenic mountain passes and rolling countryside, then arrive at a private game reserve.

Climb aboard an open safari vehicle and set out on a guided game drive with an experienced ranger. Keep your camera ready as you search for Africa’s famous Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard — along with giraffes, zebras, antelope, and many other wildlife species.

On the return journey, you have the option to stop at Dekkersvlei Wine Estate, home of the world's first White Pinotage. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to taste this rare and distinctive wine while enjoying the beautiful vineyard surroundings.

With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, small-group comfort, and expert guiding, this tour offers the perfect combination of adventure, scenery, and relaxation — ideal for nature lovers and first-time safari visitors.

What's included

  • Buffet Breakfast Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast featuring a variety of hot and cold dishes, fresh fruit, pastries, cereals, and beverages to suit every taste. at no cost
  • Private Tour Guide English / French
  • Buffet Lunch Enjoy a generous buffet lunch with a selection of freshly prepared local and international dishes, salads, desserts, and refreshing beverages in a relaxed setting. at no cost
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Extra time for pictures
  • Enjoy a complimentary welcome drink on arrival. Choose from a selection of alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages at no cost
  • Gratuities
  • Aquila Game Drive Safari

What to expect

  1. Cape Town Central
    2h
    Your day begins with a convenient 08:30 hotel pickup from your accommodation. Travel in comfort in a modern, upmarket vehicle accompanied by a professional and friendly tour guide.

    Leave the city behind and enjoy a scenic drive along the N1 highway, passing the iconic Afrikaans Language Monument near Paarl. Along the way, your guide will share interesting insights about the region, setting the tone for a memorable day ahead.
  2. Du Toitskloof Pass
    Pass by
    Continue your journey through the breathtaking Du Toitskloof Pass, surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes and sweeping valley views. This spectacular route is one of the most scenic mountain passes in the Western Cape.

    Pause at the summit to stretch your legs, take photos, and admire panoramic views stretching as far as Table Mountain in the distance. It’s the perfect moment to capture unforgettable memories before continuing your adventure.
  3. Breede River
    Pass by
    Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the famous winelands of the Breede River Valley and the Hex River Valley on your way to the game reserve.
  4. 6h · Admission ticket not included
    Arrive at a spectacular 10,000-hectare private game reserve, where an unforgettable safari adventure awaits. Upon arrival, enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne before indulging in a delicious buffet lunch surrounded by beautiful natural scenery.

    Set off on an exciting 2–3 hour guided game drive in an open safari vehicle, led by an experienced professional ranger (approximately 14 guests per vehicle). Learn about the wildlife and ecosystems as you search for Africa’s iconic animals in their natural habitat.

    This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to potentially spot all of the famous Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino — along with giraffe, zebra, antelope, and many other species.
  5. Cape Town Central
    2h
    After an unforgettable day of wildlife and scenic exploration, relax on the comfortable drive back to Cape Town via the famous Huguenot Tunnel, one of South Africa’s major engineering landmarks.

    Enjoy the final views of the countryside before arriving at your hotel or accommodation at approximately 18:30, bringing your memorable adventure to a perfect close.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Waterfront at Aquirium next to the Red bus stop at the designated point.

End point

Waterfront at Aquirium next to the Red bus stop at the designated point.

Pickup details

We are very friendly about our pickup. We listen to you and take action in accordance with the guests' instructions.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • ✓ Included: Return transfers to Aquila and wine tasting at Dekkersvlei, home of White Pinotage.
  • Please check the ✓ Inclusions and ✗ Exclusions section carefully before booking.
  • Enjoy a white vs. red Pinotage wine tasting at Dekkersvlei after your Aquila Safari.
  • Aquila doesn’t offer these exclusive extras — they’re our special touch, provided by us to make your experience truly unique!
  • ✗ Excluded: Aquila Game Safari (a discounted payment link from Aquila will be provided if you decide to book).
  • We’ll guide you through the entire process until you receive your discounted Aquila payment link by email.

Cancellation policy

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

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