Aquila Safari and Barmy Army Join Forces for England’s 2026/27 South Africa Tour

England’s passionate cricket supporters can look forward to more than just runs, wickets, and stadium songs when they arrive in South Africa for the 2026/27 tour. Reflecting the growing appeal of sports tourism, Aquila Safari has been named the Official Cape Town Safari Experience Partner of the Barmy Army. This partnership offers fans the opportunity to combine world-class cricket with one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife experiences.

Renowned as one of cricket’s great touring destinations, Cape Town boasts Newlands Stadium, where matches unfold against the dramatic backdrop of Table Mountain. Yet increasingly, visitors are extending their trips beyond the boundary rope, drawn by the region’s wine estates, beaches, food culture and natural attractions.The new partnership taps directly into that trend.

Located less than two hours from Cape Town, Aquila offers visitors the chance to experience a Big 5 safari without venturing far from the city. For England supporters already planning a cricket pilgrimage to the Mother City, the reserve presents an accessible way to add wildlife encounters to their itinerary. The 2026/27 series is expected to attract thousands of travelling supporters, many of whom will use Cape Town as their base throughout the tour.

Both organisations expressed their enthusiasm for the collaboration in a joint statement: “This partnership is an exciting celebration of everything that makes an England cricket tour to South Africa so special. It brings together the passion of the Barmy Army, the beauty and energy of Cape Town, and the bucket-list experience of a Big 5 safari with Aquila. For travelling fans, this is about more than watching cricket; it is about experiencing South Africa in full colour.

“South Africa is one of the great cricket touring nations, and Cape Town is one of the world’s most extraordinary match destinations. Together, Aquila Safari and the Barmy Army want to help fans make the most of every moment, before the match, after the match and beyond the boundary rope.”