Big 5 Safari Cape Town & Wine Tasting
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
What sets this tour apart is the unique combination of an authentic Big Five safari and a Cape Winelands tasting experience in one seamless half-day adventure. Instead of choosing between wildlife or wine, travelers can enjoy both of South Africa’s most iconic experiences in a single, well-planned tour. Guests are transported in comfort from Cape Town to Aquila Private Game Reserve, where they join a professionally guided open-vehicle safari through the rugged Karoo landscape. Expert rangers share fascinating insights about the reserve’s wildlife, conservation efforts, and the surrounding ecosystem while guests search for the famous Big Five and other incredible animals. After the thrill of the safari, the experience shifts to relaxation and indulgence with a wine tasting in the scenic Cape Winelands. Here, travelers can unwind while sampling locally produced South African wines surrounded by beautiful vineyard and mountain views.
Inclusions
What's included
- Aquila entrance + 2.5-hour safari
- Private vehicle with professional guide
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting at premium estate
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
What's not
- Meals (light snacks available for purchase)
- Wine purchases (shipments can be arranged)
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Cape Town to the reserve, located in the Karoo landscape less than two hours from the city. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a refreshing drink before heading out on a guided 2–3 hour open-vehicle safari led by an experienced ranger. During the game drive, travelers will explore the 10,000-hectare reserve while learning about the local ecosystem and conservation efforts. While traversing the rugged terrain, visitors have the opportunity to spot the famous Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard — along with other wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, antelope, and a variety of bird species. The ranger will share fascinating insights about the animals, their behavior, and the unique Karoo environment.
The journey continues to the nearby Cape Winelands for a wine tasting experience at a renowned local estate. Here, guests sample a selection of premium South African wines — including reds, whites, and sometimes dessert wines — often paired with artisanal cheeses. The tasting takes place against the backdrop of vineyards and mountain scenery, offering a relaxed and authentic taste of the region’s wine culture.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 8 travellers
- Operated by
- Batende Safari and Tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Cape Town
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 1405 day trips we list in Cape Town.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cape Town
Cape Town spreads between Table Mountain and the sea, a striking city of beaches, vineyards, penguins and history near Africa's southwestern tip.
Table Mountain's flat summit looms over everything, reached by cableway or by hiking trails, with Lion's Head and Signal Hill flanking it. Below, the V&A Waterfront bustles around the working harbour, and boats leave from there for Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was held for eighteen years. The colourful houses of Bo-Kaap climb the slopes above the city centre and the Company's Garden.
Top-ranked sights in Cape Town: Boulders Beach, Cape of Good Hope, Chapman’s Peak Drive.
Special offers in Cape Town
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
10% offFree cancellation
