The deluxe safari cottage is secluded from the main lodge and has exclusive views of the watering hole, so you can watch the Big Five stroll past on those beautiful afternoons or sit back and enjoy incredible sights of the Karoo sunrise and sunset. Newly renovated and designed in harmony with the surrounding mountainside, the cottage sleeps two guests and features a free-standing indoor bath, a spacious corner shower, his-and-hers sinks, and a private outdoor hot tub. Your deluxe safari cottage stay is elevated with air conditioning, bath robes and slippers—ensuring you have everything you need to relax and indulge in the natural tranquility. One of the most exciting additions to your stay in Aquila’s Deluxe Safari Cottage is the inclusion of a private game drive safari. Led by an experienced guide, you’ll be taken out into the reserve in a private 4×4 open-air vehicle for a 1-2 hour Big Five vehicle safari tour. Deluxe Safari Cottage guests are also offered a complimentary bottle of house wine and enjoy free Tranquila Spa access for the duration of their stay. At check-in, guests can opt to replace one vehicle game drive with a horseback or quad bike safari tour.

These cottages are semi-detached with attention paid to privacy. They feature indoor fireplaces for that extra bit of warmth and cosiness in the colder months.

These cottages are semi-detached with attention paid to privacy. They feature indoor fireplaces for that extra bit of warmth and cosiness in the colder months.

Cottages are situated on the hillside to offer privacy. Each en-suite bathroom is unique, with twin hand basins, bath and toilet, and panaramic views across the reserve.

Cottages are situated on the hillside to offer privacy. Each en-suite bathroom is unique, with twin hand basins, bath and toilet. The units offer a wooden deck with panaramic views across the reserve.

Each has its own patio, corner bath and outdoor rock shower. Cottages are equipped with a fire place for that extra bit of warmth and cosiness in the colder months.

Premier Lodge Rooms have large balconies overlooking the reserve. Full bathrooms with separate showers and views from the baths. 2 x twins beds which can be made up to Queen size beds

Mountain Suites: Room 23.6 m², Balcony 10.8 m², Bathroom 7.5 m²

Standard Rooms have twin beds which can be made up to Queen size beds, they look away from the reserve and have a shower en suite.

Courtyard Room: Room 16.8 m², Bathroom 3.65 m²

Our Premier Lodge Rooms and Standard Lodge Rooms can be converted to Luxury Family Suites. The interconnect by a common passage way. The entrance to the passageway may be locked as can both bedrooms forming a private and safe space for families.