SOLO TRAVEL DESTINATION

For many women, solo travel is an empowering way to explore the world with confidence, independence and freedom. Aquila Private Game Reserve provides a safe and welcoming environment for women travelling alone. With return transfers available from Cape Town and set itineraries, women travelling alone can enjoy the tranquility of the reserve and the comfort of organised safari activities all while discovering the beauty of Africa’s wildlife.

• Research your travel destination, know where you want to go, what you want to see and what you want to experience.
• Keep digital copies of all important travel documents and booking confirmations
• Get travel insurance and check that they cover all of your planned activities
• Check the local weather and seasonal travel blogs
• Save and write down important emergency contacts
• Download offline maps and useful travel apps

• Pack light as you’ll need to be able to comfortably manage your luggage on your own
• Bring versatile clothing for different occasions and experiences (daily casual, active wear, occasion outfit)
• Keep important travel documents secure
• Carry a portable powerbank for your phone
• Pack sunscreen and any required medication
• Leave enough space for souvenirs

• Plan transport ahead especially for early morning and late evening outings.
• Only use reputable transport services and tour operators
• Know your key areas before heading out on foot
• Allow for extra time when travelling to popular attractions
• Consider guided tours for destinations outside the city

• Join guided experiences and excursions
• Participate in group activities
• Visit local markets and cafes

• Ask your rangers questions
• Bring a camera and binoculars if you have
• Don’t experience your whole safari through a lens, take time to immerse yourself

• Factor in down-time for yourself
• Choose accommodation that suits your needs
• Stay hydrated and well rested
• Don’t feel pressured to see and do everything
• Allow room for spontaneous discoveries

• Stay aware of your surroundings
• Keep valuables out of sight where possible
• Keep emergency contact details accessible
• Make someone aware of your travel plans when travelling to remote areas
• Know where to go or who to call in case of an emergency (nearest hospital, police station or fire station)

Getting to Aquila Private Game Reserve from Cape Town is simple and accessible making it an easy way to experience a Big 5 safari when visiting Cape Town. Aquila offers returns transfers to the reserve from Cape Town with both a cost-effective shared transfer or the comfort of a private vehicle, transport options are available to suit different travel styles and schedules.

For many travellers, Aquila’s shared transport offers an ideal balance of convenience and value. Collection and drop-off services from designated Cape Town locations allow you to travel comfortably and safely between Cape Town and the reserve leaving the driving to the professionals.

For even more flexibility and a more personalised experience, private transport allows you to travel in a dedicated vehicle at your own time and convenience. This makes private transport ideal for travellers seeking additional flexibility or a more exclusive experience from start to finish.

No two African safaris are exactly the same. You could travel through the same reserve, follow the same route and join a game drive at the same time on two consecutive days, and still have two completely different experiences.

Looking for a Big Five safari adventure just a stone’s throw away from Cape Town? Aquila Private Game Reserve’s Day Trip Safaris are the ultimate day tour activity into South Africa’s wilderness. 

Returning to the tranquility of nature is the secret to wellness and rejuvenation. It’s an incredible experience, surrounding oneself with the beauty of South Africa’s wilderness.