South Africa Safaris and Tours

Aquila Private Game Reserve and luxury safari lodge, under a two-hour scenic drive via the N1 from Cape Town, 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 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.

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, as well as a Conference Centre (40-80 delegates), a Cigar Bar, as well as the highly rated Boma Restaurant, offering a variety of South African culinary delights.

Accommodation Types:

Premier Luxury Chalets
We have five Premier luxury chalets available.

Luxury Chalets
These units are semi detached with attention paid to privacy.

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

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.

Facilities

Restaurant

Built from natural materials found on the reserve such as rocks, river pebbles, reeds, wood and thatch to blend with the surrounding environment, this spacious, high ceilinged, African character building with large fireplaces is the perfect setting for the superb buffet meals served. Meals are prepared by an internationally acclaimed chef and traditional meals are offered as well as the standard fare, Catering for special dietary requirements is provided. The restaurant can seat 180 diners in comfort.

Cigar Bar

The intimate colonial style Cigar Bar offers one the opportunity of enjoying an after dinner night “cap” whilst enjoying the quality cigars on offer in a tranquil environment with the Aquila trademark large fireplaces.

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Pool Bar

Situated off the swimming pool and next to the restaurant this “African” styled bar seats approximately 20 guests overlooking the pool area.

Boma/s

Cigar Bar Boma - An intimate outdoor boma with raised fire area is surrounded by seating all under thatch and suitable for approx 12 people.

Conference Boma – Under thatch, this boma is situated outside the conference centre and can seat up to 40 guests.

Restaurant Boma – Outdoor dropped open air Boma, situated outside the Restaurant and can seat 64 guests.

Public Lounges

Aquila has two public lounges, one situated at the Restaurant the other adjoining the Cigar Bar. Both have comfortable fully upholstered furniture and superb views .The Restaurant Lounge has a large feature fireplace and the Cigar Bar lounge has DSTV facilities.

Library

This wood paneled, book lined room with its large fireplace invites one to relax and take time out. It offers many reference books as well as novels for the guests enjoyment.

Curio Shop

The well-stocked curio shop is situated at the reception area and offers various African souvenirs for sale, as well as some locally manufactured goods. It also offers various “Aquila” branded apparel and gifts.

Besides curios it stocks items for tourist such as camera spools etc.

Swimming Pool

This saltwater pool, with rock finishes is made good use of in the summer months.