Rovos Rail

Climb aboard the wood-panelled carriages; classics, remodelled and refurbished to mint condition. Enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury, and view some of the most varied scenery imaginable beyond the windows.

Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a by-gone era, and experience the magic and mystery of Africa in the most relaxed and elegant fashion.

The 20 carriage classic trains, carry a maximum of 72 passengers, accommodated in the most spacious suites in the world. With every modern convenience and comfort, including air conditioning. The 4 royal suites have their own private lounge and feature a full en-suite bathroom with Victorian bath, and the Deluxe suites each have lounge and en-suite bathrooms.

Rovos Rail Train Routes >Click here

TRAIN TOUR PRICE per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train.

DAR ES SALAAM - AN AUTHENTIC AFRICAN ADVENTURE

In July every year, the most luxurious train in the World, will depart from Cape Town on this epic safari through South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania.

Rovos Rail has designed this safari for travellers who wish to re-live true adventure in complete luxury, comfort and security.

The one way 6 100km journey will take 13 days. Once there, guests have the option of visiting exotic Zanzibar, Mount Kilimanjaro, the Ngorongoro Crater and the wildlife paradise of the Serengeti. The Edwardian Safari will then depart Dar Es Salaam, again travelling southbound back to Cape Town.

TRAIN TOUR PRICE per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Prices from £5,295.

>Back to Top

NAMIBIA – AN EPIC JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY

In the month of May The Pride of Africa carries her passengers in style and comfort on a journey from Pretoria to Kimberley, centre of one of the world’s most famous diamond rushes. There’s an opportunity to visit the world’s largest man-made excavation, The Big Hole, and to savour the 1870’s atmosphere of the mine museum village. The railway line covers vistas of the arid Northern Cape as the train travels through Upington to the border into Namibia. There is time for an excursion to the Fish River Canyon – second only in size to the Grand Canyon and a truly spectacular sight.

PRICE ONE WAY per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Prices from £2,845.

The journey continues across the untamed beauty of the Kalahari Desert and onto Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. After a short city tour and an afternoon game drive the train continues onto Tsumeb for an overnight stay at Mokuti Game Lodge in the Etosha National Park. On the last morning the train passes through the Namib desert and into Swakopmund, a perfectly preserved nineteenth century German Hansa town set on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.

>Back to Top

AFRICAN COLLAGE – A RICH TAPESTRY OF LANDSCAPE

This panoramic nine-day South African journey departs annually in June. Travel from Pretoria to Malelane, south to Swaziland and Durban, west to Bloemfontein, then southwards again through Port Elizabeth, Oudtshoorn and George to Cape Town.

PRICE ONE WAY per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Price from £2,450.

>Back to Top

CAPE TOWN – THE OLD KAROO PIONEERING TRAIL

Discover infinite variety from the mountains to the bustling urban heart of South Africa, and there’s no finer way than on the most popular 48 hour weekly journeys between Pretoria and Cape Town. One of the world's top destinations, Cape Town offers a blend of cosmopolitan city life, magnificent mountains and scenic winelands.

The twin cities of Pretoria and Johannesburg in Gauteng, form South Africa's economic heartland, and is the ideal departure point for the Lowveld's world-famous game reserves.

This 1600 kilometre journey follows an old pioneering trail carved out of the African bushveld, passing through the winelands and climbing up to the interior through the Hex River Valley. Highlights of the north and southbound routes include a visit to the historic village of Matjiesfontein, this authentic, perfectly preserved Victorian Village was a refreshment stop in the 1890’s.

A stop is also made in Kimberley, providing an opportunity to enjoy a visit to the Mine Museum and the worlds’ largest man-made excavation – the Big Hole.

PRICE ONE WAY per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Price from £1,100.

>Back to Top

A GOLF TOUR IN GRACIOUS LUXURY

Rovos Rail has designed a delightful nine-day Golf Safari to entertain the most discerning player. There are optional intriguing excursions at all venues for non-playing guests.

This special journey commences in Pretoria and travels east towards the spectacular Drakensberg escarpment en route to Nelspruit.

PRICE ONE WAY per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Price from £2,360.

>Back to Top

ROVOS CHARTERS – INCENTIVES FOR AFRICA

We are proud to present the ideal combination for group and incentive charters in South Africa. Catering for a maximum of 44 passengers, we are able to construct exciting and practical itineraries to suit your time and budget – all in the comfort and luxury associated with Rovos Rail.

There are many permutations, combining Rovos Rails 44 bed train, our pressurized Convair 440 aircraft, and historic DC3 Delaney.

Groups may choose 2 nights on the train, with 2 or 3 nights in the Victoria Falls, Mfuwe in the Luangwa Valley, the Okavango Delta or the much enjoyable Elephant Back Safaris in Hoedspruit.

PRICE ONE WAY per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Different journeys available, prices upon request.

>Back to Top

SOUTHERN AFRICAN AIR SAFARI

Rovos Air invites you to participate in an exclusive 5 star tour of Southern Africa. A magnificent classic aircraft, with a dedicated, professional crew, who will accompany you on a superb and exciting adventure that includes 2 nights at 6 outstanding venues. This unique tour will accommodate a maximum of 44 passengers in the security, comfort and style expected of the Rovos product.

AIR TOUR PRICE PER PERSON SHARING:prices from £5,465 . Price includes accommodation, meals, excursions and taxes. Excluded are gratuities and alcoholic beverages.

VICTORIA FALLS – A LEISURELY SOJOURN BY RAIL AND AIR

Re-live the romance of a bygone Africa, and experience a three-day journey through one of the most scenic areas of South Africa. This adventure begins as Rovos Rail's luxurious train departs the gracious station at Capital Park in Pretoria. It pauses in Witbank, a rich coal-mining area, before descending the breathtaking Drakensberg Escarpment.

PRICE ONE WAY per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Price from £2,395.

>Back to Top

DURBAN SAFARI – IN THE HEART OF THE AFRICAN BUSH

This special three-day safari between Pretoria and Durban departs during the summer months and includes game drives in two varied and unique game reserves.

The train departs Pretoria and slowly meanders eastwards through Highveld. It then descends the escarpment between Belfast and Waterval Onder, taking the train through what is surely the most spectacular sundowner scenery in South Africa.

Awake in Malelane for breakfast as the train travels along the boundary of the world-famous Kruger Park. The safari continues towards Swaziland for an afternoon game drive in the Mkhaya Game Reserve.

Travel overnight to the Hluhluwe Game Reserve in Zululand, sanctuary of the endangered Black and White Rhino.

Enjoy an early morning game drive during which a large variety of game can be seen. The train departs mid morning and winds its way through KwaZulu Natal, to arrive in Durban by late afternoon where this scenic safari ends.

PRICE ONE WAY per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Price from £1,660.

>Back to Top

THE SCENIC BEAUTY OF THE GARDEN ROUTE

This picturesque 550-kilometre rail journey runs between Cape Town and George, and then on to Khysna, a coastal jewel in the heart of the famous Garden Route. It is rated one of the most beautiful in the world.

The train travels through the Du Toits Kloof tunnel towards Worcester, where grapes are grown, and past brandy distilleries.

The KWV Brandy Distillery is visited on the George to Cape Town leg. On the Cape Town to George leg a stop is made here to sample the wines of a local wine estate. Then it is on towards the coast to George, a quiet inland town, founded in 1811 and named after King George III.

PRICE ONE WAY per person sharing includes accommodation, meals and excursions during the train journey, as well as alcoholic beverages whilst on board the train: Prices from £745.

>Back to Top