Rovos Rail

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GENERAL INFORMATION

• Encounter a range of scenic splendours such as the majestic Victoria Falls, the awe-inspiring desert landscapes of Namibia and the stark beauty of the Karoo region, the lush cane fields of KwaZulu-Natal and the magnificent Garden Route in South Africa
• Rovos Rain has rebuilt sleeper coaches that contain the most spacious train suites in the world, offering every modern convenience and comfort 
•  Trains have been classicly remodelled and refurbished to mint condition

Since its establishment in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world class travel experiences. Step aboard the wood panelled coaches - classics remodelled and refurbished to mint condition - and enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury as some of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a bygone era, when privileged travellers experienced the magic and mystery of Africa in a relaxed and elegant fashion. The trains - which may be hauled by steam, diesel or electric locomotives at various stages of the journey - carry a maximum of 72 passengers in 36 superbly appointed suites.

Take a luxury train safari on the magnificent Rovos Rail through Southern Africa on any of the following train safari options: ( please enquire for more detailed information, tours may run in reverse)

Cape Town - Pretoria:  This popular 48-hour weekly journeys between Pretoria and Cape Town offers a perfect illustration of South Africa as a world in one country. Travel the grasslands of the gold rich Highveld, the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo, the spectacular mountain ranges, scenic wine lands of the Cape and end in Cape Town

Durban Safari: 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

George - Cape Town: This picturesque 550-kilometre 24-hour trip runs between Cape Town and George during the summer months and is rated one of the most beautiful in the world

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

The African Collage -This panoramic 3400 kilometre 9-day South African sojourn departs annually in May/June 

Dar Es Salaam-In July every year, this epic 14-day journey travels through South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania and is one of the most famous train journeys in the world.

Namibia -In May each year this 3400 kilometre 7-day journey takes the train from Pretoria to Kimberley, centre of one of the world’s most famous diamond rushes, where there’s an opportunity to visit the Big Hole, the world’s largest man-made excavation, and to savour the 1870’s atmosphere of the mine museum village

ROOMS

THE SUITES  - World Class Comfort and Style

The rebuilt sleeper coaches contain the most spacious train suites in the world, offering every modern convenience and comfort. The epitome of luxury, with handsome wood panelling and period Edwardian features, the air-conditioned suites accommodate two people offering the option of twin or spacious double beds. All are equipped with a writing surface and, for valuables, a personal safe. There is also a bar fridge filled with beverages of the passengers’ choice and room service is available 24 hours a day. 

THE COACHES  - A Superb Collection of Restored Coaches

Rovos Rail operates two classic 20-coach, 72 berth trains as well as a third 13-coach, 42-berth Edwardian train which is available year round for charter. Each one of these carriages, from kitchen cars to sleeper coaches and guards vans, has its own story. A few dating back to 1911 were constructed in Europe and shipped to South Africa in the first half of the last century.

DINING

CUISINE & SERVICE

An enthusiastic team of chefs is responsible for overseeing the very important task of ensuring guests every need is catered for, while considerable thought and meticulous planning goes into making up the menus. There's an accent on fresh local ingredients, and traditional dishes such as game are a specialty.
Every morning there's a full breakfast with dishes cooked to order. A selection of cold meats, croissants, pastries, fresh fruit, yoghurts, cereals and preserves make up a tempting breakfast buffet.
For lunch and dinner there is a starter and a choice of fish, meat or vegetarian dishes, followed by a tempting dessert and are complemented by a selection of excellent South African wines.

All meals are served in one sitting only in the charming Victorian atmosphere of the Dining Cars. Many of the passengers aboard the Pride of Africa enjoy the formality of fine china, crisp linen and silver, and dress accordingly. During the day dress is more casual, with cool, comfortable clothes and hats recommended for the excursions, especially in the game reserves where it can be very hot. The Observation Car seats 32 passengers and is positioned at the rear of the train. At the centre of the train we have, when numbers dictate, a non-smoking Lounge Car, which seats 26 passengers in comfort.

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