Children at Aquila

Welcome to Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa, a family-friendly Big 5 safari experience close to Cape Town, South Africa. We prioritise the fun and enjoyment of nature, and have created a world-class safari lodge where the entire family (young and old) can learn about the importance of conservation, see South Africa’s incredible wildlife, and explore Aquila’s safari activities. 

We encourage families to make the most of their time at Aquila and create lasting memories together. To ensure an enjoyable experience for all guests, we kindly ask that consideration is shown to fellow visitors while enjoying our restaurant facilities and safari activities.

Aquila’s Children Policy

• Aquila’s safari lodge and traditional game drives do not have a minimum age restriction. Guests of all ages are welcome at Aquila Private Game Reserve.
• Aquila offers activities and entertainment for children at the Kids Adventure Zone. Activities include mini golf, giant chess, a sandpit, a wooden playground, puzzles, toys, and even electronic games — just to name a few.
• A childminding service (from 09h00 to 21h00) is available at an additional charge. Please enquire at reception.
• Aquila offers a Junior Ranger Programme for children (ages 12 and under) at an additional charge. Enquire at reception for daily schedules.
• Children of all ages are allowed on Aquila’s traditional, 4×4 vehicle safari experiences.
• A minimum age restriction of 16 years is applicable for Tranquila Spa access and treatments, Quad Bike safaris, and Horseback outrides.
• All swimming activities and use of Aquila’s swimming pools must be supervised by an adult (18 years and older) at all times.

Family and Child-Friendly Accommodation

• Only certain accommodation options and overnight packages include children’s access. Please ensure you familiarise yourself with these options when booking your accommodation at Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa.
• Babies and toddlers, ages 0 to 3 years old, can be accommodated in Aquila’s portable folding cots. Cots are available in all of Aquila’s accommodation options.
• Family-friendly accommodation at Aquila includes the family lodge rooms, family cottages, and premier lodge rooms.
• Aquila’s Family Cottages allow for child-friendly accommodation in a loft room, while our Premier Lodge Rooms offer a sleeper couch for children ages 0 – 11 (maximum 02 adults and 01 child).

Pricing for Children

• Children aged 3 and under: free with accompanying adults.
• Children aged 4 to 11: 50% of the day or overnight per person (pps) rate.
• Children 12 and older pay adult rates.
• Please bring your child’s I.D, birth certificate, or passport on arrival. Identification will be checked at reception during check-in. 

Ages 3 to 11

• Premier Lodge Rooms + sleeper couch: (Maximum of 2 Adults + 01 child under 12)
• Family Lodge Rooms: (Maximum of 4 Adults + 01 child under 12)
• Family Luxury Cottages: (04 Sleeper) – Minimum of 02 Adults + 01 Child
• Family Luxury Cottages: (08 Sleeper) – Minimum of 04 Adults + 01 Child. 
• Premier Cottages: 04 – 06 pax, with twin beds, sharing (bunk beds).

Ages 12 – 17

• Family Luxury Cottages (04 Sleeper) – Minimum of 02 Adults + 01 Children
• 01 Main Bedroom (Queen Bed) with ensuite + 02 Singles in loft
• Family Luxury Cottages (08 Sleeper) – Minimum of 04 Adults + 01 Children
• Family Luxury Cottages with 2x Main Bedrooms (double beds with ensuite) + 04 single beds in loft (with ensuite).
• Premier Cottages: 04 – 06 pax, with twin beds, sharing (bunk beds).