Aquila Game Reserve Helicopter Tour

About this tour

Aquila Private Game Reserve is a short and scenic helicopter flight from the V&A Waterfront heliport. Flying is the fastest and most luxurious way to reach one of the Western Cape’s most accessible Big Five reserves.

This exclusive flight is private and offers breathtaking views en route, including mountain ranges, vineyards, and open Karoo landscapes. It is the perfect way to elevate your day safari experience with comfort and style aboard one of our state-of-the-art Airbus helicopters.

Upon arrival, guests enjoy a full-day safari experience at Aquila, which includes a welcome drink, buffet lunch, and a 2 to 3-hour guided game drive in an open safari vehicle. The reserve is committed not only to showcasing South Africa’s rich wildlife, but also to conservation and education, making it far more than just another game lodge.

This 6-hour adventure offers a seamless combination of world-class flying and unforgettable safari moments — the ultimate way to experience the Big Five in a single day.

Included: Helicopter flight and Aquila Shared Safari Booking (Optional Private Safari at an additional cost)

Optional one-way helicopter transfers can be arranged on request.

Bookings: Minimum 3 guests

Duration: Approx. 6 hours, including 2 to 4 hours on the ground

From 47,000.00 per person

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Flights are subject to weather conditions. A full refund will be provided where rescheduling of flights is unavailable.

Important Information

Check In Time

Please check in 30 minutes before your scheduled takeoff time. This allows us to complete weight checks, conduct the safety briefing, and issue your tickets. Once checked in, you can relax in our waiting area, capture some great pre-flight photos, and soak in the atmosphere before your adventure begins.

Photography Tip

For the best photos, we recommend wearing darker-colored clothing. Light colours, especially white, can reflect off the windows and affect your shots—so dress dark for that perfect picture! We do not have an on-site photographer.

Seating

For all sharing flights, seating is assigned based on weight and balance, which is determined during your safety briefing and ticketing. If you prefer to choose your own seats, you may book an Exclusive Flight by purchasing one additional seat—guaranteeing you the best seats in the house.

Weather

All flights are weather-dependent. If conditions are not suitable for flying, we will make every effort to reschedule your flight to the next best available time. For your comfort, please note that the temperature in the sky is the same as on the ground, so dress accordingly.