Located within a 2-hour drive of Cape Town, Aquila Private Game Reserve offers a safari experience with mountains and landscape views. The reserve features an outdoor swimming pool and an on-site spa.
Decorated in an African style with wooden furniture, each unit at Aquila features an outdoor shower and is equipped with a fan and a mini-bar that can be stocked on request. Some units offer a private patio/balcony offering views of the reserve.
Meals are included at Aquila, which features a triple-volume buffet restaurant with an upstairs viewing area boasting scenic views of the Karoo mountains. There is also a pool bar and cigar lounge available for drinks and snacks.
Home to the 'Big 5' wildlife species, guests can enjoy scheduled morning and afternoon safari game drives within an open 4 x 4 safari vehicle, which are included in the rate. Horse-back and quad-bike safaris can also be arranged.
Guests staying 2 nights or more receive complimentary access to the spa, which features an indoor heated pool, a sauna, steam room and 12 treatment rooms. The property also features a library, curio shop and children's entertainment area.
Cape Town International Airport is 107 mi away from the game reserve. A shuttle can be arranged at an additional surcharge.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
“Wow! I can't say enough positive things about this experience. Starting with the welcome drink and ending with some leisurely hours by the pool, everything exceeded my expectations. Some highlights: the amazing fresh, well prepared and...”
Zoe
Canada
“Wonderful staff and game! We really enjoyed it . Thank you !”
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Nancy
United States
“We had a wonderful 24 hours at Aquila Game Reserve in October 2025. Their best room, it’s own building actually, was spectacular and because it was the highest (up 42 stone stairs) it had a spectacular view. Thus, we could see many of the animal...”
Letswale
South Africa
“From the moment we arrived, everything was perfect. The welcoming staff greeted us with warm smiles and refreshing welcome drinks, setting the tone for a relaxing getaway. The location is ideal — peaceful, scenic, and exciting activities like the...”
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Gustavo
Brazil
“Everything. Beautiful place with great food, view and very clean. The games are very nice. The staff are very helpful and friendly :)”
Jaser
Saudi Arabia
“Luxury, the staff are so nice, important place to visit near Cape Town.”
Saeed
United Arab Emirates
“They have a schedule and activities you can do while ur at the property, all meals are included in the booking and the staff where nice”
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Sunil
United Arab Emirates
“The Ambience & the Perfect nature …… not to forget , above all the Animal safari .”
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Jawaher
Saudi Arabia
“It was nice
No much animals in the reserve
Doesn’t worth spending the day there
Just passing by if on the road”
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Donald
Ecuador
“The property was fantastic, wonderful reception and great, welcoming staff. The tour guide was very informative, and gave detailed information about the animals and their habits and habitat. Great buffet meals with good choices and very friendly...”
Availability
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Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children over 1 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
1 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please note, the Full Board rates do not include drinks.
Children over the age of 16 are allowed without supervision.
Children under the age of 16 need to be supervised.
To participate in the Horseback and Quad Bike Safari, we have a minimum age of 16-years old.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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