Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town
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Is Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town worth booking?
Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town is a 9-hour experience in Stellenbosch, South Africa, from $243 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 643 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (643)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $243 per person
Visit an incredible Game Reserve on this full-day safari tour! With hotel Transfers included from your Cape Town City Centre hotels , Waterfront hotels , Green Point Hotels , Sea Point Hotel as well as Camps Bay Hotels ,
What you get
About this experience
Visit an incredible Game Reserve on this full-day safari tour! With hotel Transfers included from your Cape Town City Centre hotels , Waterfront hotels , Green Point Hotels , Sea Point Hotel as well as Camps Bay Hotels , this day trip provides a worry-free experience so all you have to do is get excited for your exploration of the private, malaria-free reserve. Take an unforgettable game drive through the park, watching out for famous Big Five animals, as well as endangered species.
What's included
Included
- Game Drive (start time may vary)
- If Afternoon Safari Option is booked - Lunch is Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Meals
- Professional Game Ranger - English speaking only
- If Sunset option is booked - Snacks is included
- If Early Morning Safari option is booked - Breakfast is included
- If Full day combo option is booked - Additional Safari included
- Hotel pickup and drop off from Cape Town , Sea Point , waterfront or camps bay(English Driver only)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
What you'll see and do
Includes if Morning safari booked: Private Transfer welcome drink on arrival, prepacked breakfast & open vehicle game drive.. Includes if Afternoon safari booked: welcome drink on arrival, open vehicle game drive, & buffet lunch. Includes if Sunset safari booked: Private Transfer ,Welcome Drinks & Snacks Upon Arrival & open vehicle game drive. Includes if Full day safari booked: Private Transfer ,welcome drink on arrival, Buffet Breakfast, open vehicle game drive, & buffet lunch. Includes if Full day Combo safari booked: Private Transfer ,welcome drink on arrival, Buffet Breakfast, open vehicle game drive, & buffet lunch , Choose between Quadbike Safari OR Horseback Safari Drinks and all extras are for your own account
300 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
FULL DAY SAFARI - OPTION
Morning Game Drive Breakfast and lunch Private Transfers: Tour includes private transfers to and from the Reserve Pickup included
Sunset Safari with Snacks
Sunset Game Drive Welcome Drink & Snacks Private Transfers: Tour includes private transfers to and from the Reserve Pickup included
Early Morning Safari
Early Morning Game Drive Pre-packed breakfast: Pre-packed continental breakfast Private Transfers: Tour includes private transfers to and from the Reserve Pickup included
Afternoon Safari with lunch
Afternoon Game Drive Lunch included Hotel pickup and drop off : Transfers with maximum 11 guests, however there will be more guests at the Reserve and on the game drive. Pickup included
Full Day Combo Safari
Morning Game Drive Breakfast and Lunch Private Transfers: Tour includes private transfers to and from the Reserve Horseback OR quad bike safari : Guests to inform us which additional activity they would like to book. Pickup included
Afternoon Safari + Transfer
Afternoon Safari Welcome drinks and Lunch Private Transfers: Tour includes private transfers to and from the Reserve Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 20 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cullinan Guided Journeys
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tour accommodates maximum 11 guests, however there will be more guests at the Reserve and on the game drive.
- If guests are making their own way to a listed pick-up point, they need to allow sufficient travelling time (ie... traffic delays etc...) in order to arrive at the pickup point in time for collection.
- Should guests not arrive by the scheduled departure time, the tour will depart and no refunds will be given.
- It is compulsory that guests contact us 48 hours prior to tour departure to re-confirm that they will still be travelling on the tour. Should clients not make contact with us by 48 hours prior to travel date, the booking will automatically be cancelled.
- When more than one person is travelling – we require names and last names of all guests travelling (reason being if tour booking is made with one person and the hotel reservation is made under another, we will be informed by the hotel that there ais nobody by that name at the hotel which will result in delays and could cause the guests to miss the tour).
- Pickup begins around 05:30 AM if Early Morning safari is booked
- Pickup begins around 8:20 AM if Afternoon safari is booked
- Pickup begins around 12H30 AM if Sunset safari is booked
- Pickup begins around 06H30 AM if Full day safari OR Full day Combo is booked
- Cullinan Guided Journeys accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to luggage or personal property from whatsoever cause arising. Guests are advised to take up adequate personal insurance cover.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $243 to $18030
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 225
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Stellenbosch.
How much does Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town cost?
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Prices start at $243 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Stellenbosch usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Stellenbosch is not rushed.
Is Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 643 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Stellenbosch, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town?
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Around 225 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Stellenbosch can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Stellenbosch and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Stellenbosch within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Stellenbosch?
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On Outty we rank every Stellenbosch experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Afrivista Wine Tours from Stellenbosch, Cape Town Wine Tour: Stellenbosch & Franschhoek +Tastings & Lunch, Private Day Tour to Cape Point , Penguins, Wine or Beer Tasting. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Stellenbosch?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Stellenbosch?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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