Cape Town : Fullday Aquila Safari Big 5 Day Tour

This Area is situated very near the City of Cape Town. 'Ysterplaat, is Afrikaans for Iron Plate. This is where our Military Air Force base is. This is also where our President and Ministers land when they come to Cape Town.

It is the largest shopping Centre in the city. Built in what the developers call "Cape Venetian architecture", the shopping Centre hosts over 400 stores, 7,000 parking bays, numerous restaurants etc. It's the third biggest shopping Centre in the country.

Paarl means 'Pearl' in Afrikaans. With approximately 300 000 inhabitants, this town is known for its scenic environment, viticulture and fruit-growing heritage. It's the largest town in the Cape Winelands district.

Paarl gained additional international attention when, on 11 February 1990, Nelson Mandela walked, with live international television coverage, out of Victor Verster Correctional Centre ( known as Drakenstein Correctional Centre today) in Paarl ending his 27 years of imprisonment, and beginning a course to South Africa's post-apartheid era and, notably, to multi-racial elections. Mandela spent three years in prison here living in a private house within the walls. Today, a bronze statue of Mandela stands outside the prison.

The Huguenot Tunnel provides a route that is safer, faster and shorter than the old Du Toitskloof Pass travelling over the mountain.
An idea for a tunnel through the Du Toitskloof Mountains was conceived in the 1930s but was put on hold due to the outbreak of World War II. The idea developed into a pass over the mountains, the Du Toitskloof pass, using the labour of Italian prisoners of war between 1942 and 1945 and continued with ordinary labor until its completion in 1948. It is about 4kms long, which makes it the longest tunnel in the country. There is a Tollgate where you pay to go through the tunnel. It is 1 of 2 Tollgates in the Western Province.

Founded in 1820, with a population of 200 000, this small town is the largest wine producing in South Africa. It contributes almost 25% of the country's viticultural output. It is culturally rich with a historic heart.
Worcester also played a big role in the English civil war, and the resting place of King John at the Worcester Cathedral.
We will make a stop at the gas station on the highway for toilet break.

Upon arrival at Aquila Private Game Reserve, you will fill in an indemnity form at the gate. Afterwards, you will enjoy a welcome drink, while enjoying a Buffet Breakfast.
Then you will enjoy a 2 to 3 hour Safari. Upon returning from the safari, you will enjoy a buffet lunch.
Kindly note all soft drinks and wine will be on own account.

Free WIFI and restroom facilities are available at the reserve.

Guest can also enjoy a massage after the safari, and a pool is available for swimming