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About the Aquila Collection

The Aquila Collection is a portfolio of award-winning Big Five safari lodges, luxurious accommodation, and bucket list activities in the Western Cape, South Africa. The collection offers visitors to the Mother City the unique opportunity to see wildlife, take part in conservation programmes, and enjoy a variety of Cape Town’s top travel experiences, close to the city.

The Aquila Collection

Acclaimed for service excellence, renewable energy, social responsibility efforts and conservation programmes, Aquila Collection is more than just an unforgettable wildlife destination, it is an experience in luxurious African hospitality, traditional culinary delights, and the restoration of pride to the indigenous people and the land.

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Real Africa. Real Close to Cape Town.

Combining the welcoming spirit and world-class service of Cape Town with the serenity of Africa’s unmatched wildlife and scenery, the Aquila Collection certainly makes its mark in the global luxury travel and experiences space. Under our portfolio of unique experiences, we’re perhaps most famous for our “Big Five Safari” properties.

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Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa

Conveniently located less than 2 hours’ from Cape Town, Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa is a four-star safari resort spanning over 10,000 hectares. Welcoming the whole family for unparalleled Big Five game viewing, safaris can be experienced in a variety of ways, including traditional vehicles, horseback trails, and even quad bike tours.

Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve

Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve is situated on a unique oasis within the Tankwa Karoo plains. Surrounded by majestic mountain landscapes and teeming with the exceptional wildlife Southern Africa is famous for, Inverdoorn’s boutique safari experience, luxury suites, personalised service, and private game viewing tours offer guests seclusion and tranquility under the Karoo stars.

Kuganha Luxury Tented Camp

Set deep within a rewilded 10,000-hectare private Big 5 reserve, Kuganha Luxury Tented Camp is an ultra-luxury, wellness-led safari retreat just 2.5 hours from Cape Town. Designed for those seeking profound stillness, space and restoration, Kuganha blends elemental Karoo landscapes, immersive wildlife encounters and fully private in-suite spa sanctuaries – a first for the Africa.

The Aquila Collection Buys Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve

Over the last 21 years, Inverdoorn has built a solid reputation within the cape Town safari market, including niche relationships with tourism, trade and safari tour operators. As a combined force, the group will now be able to meet the unique demands across all target markets. Searl Derman, owner of The Aquila Collection says “the two reserves offer very different safari experiences”.
Inverdoorn Joins the Aquila Collection

Where the Two Oceans Meet

For those curious to experience the renowned seafood of the Cape, Catch Cook Restaurant and Beach Bar offers a laid-back and delicious seafood dining experience — with a variety of Struisbaai harbour and waterfront activities departing from its iconic location.

The Southern Point of Africa

From the southern point of the African Continent, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet, to the wild and rugged heart of the Great Karoo desert, the Aquila Collection curates South Africa’s most exceptional geography, wildlife, food and adventures that exists in few other places on earth.

Aquila Luxury Stays

Adding to our portfolio of incredible locations, tours and activities easily reachable from Cape Town, the famous coastlines along the Western Cape and Cape Peninsula are home to several authentic and luxurious accommodations that allow visitors to experience the southernmost tip of the African continent in world-class comfort.

Cape Agulhas and Struisbaai

The exquisite Marlin Manor, a luxury villa in Cape Agulhas, is complete with 5 bedrooms and is situated just 50 metres away from a private beach. For the the more comfortable traveller, Cape Agulhas Guest House (10 double-occupancy guest rooms and only 150m from the beach), and Kob Cottage (5 bedrooms and a short walk from the Struisbaai Harbour), offer charming coastal stays under 2,5 hours’ from Cape Town.

Visit Cape Town for a City Holiday. Find A Big Five Safari only 2 Hours Away.
Aquila's Cape Town Safari Day Trips

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Western Cape Rhino Conservation and Anti-Poaching Initiatives

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Karoo Cheetah Rehabilitation and Rescue Project

Cheetah Conservation

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ARC: Animal Rescue and Wildlife Conservation

Animal Rescue Centre

Eco Synergy: Conservation and Community Outreach Programmes

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