- Departure; Scheduled and tailor-made departure dates
- Duration; 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Lodging; Aboard Train
- Group Size; Minimum 1
- Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris
For most visitors to travelling through South Africa, there is absolutely no better way to view the country than from a 48-hour train safari from Pretoria and Cape Town on board the worlds most luxurious train. This 1600 km voyage through the vast and the scenic Karoo from the Highveld of Pretoria all the way down to the Cape Town's Atlantic Ocean. Rovos Rail is a must do experience, it is certainly better than flying between Johannesburg and Cape Town.
The below itinerary is brief and to the point, as most of the time, one is on the train itself.
Day 1: Cape Town - Matjiesfontein
- 11:00 Depart from platform 23 at Cape Town station and proceed inland via Worcester
- 18:00 Upon arrival at Matjiesfontein guests tour this quaint village
- 19:00 Depart Matjiesfontein
- 19h30 Dinner is served in the dining car/s
Day 2: Matjiesfontein - Kimberley
- 14h30 Upon arrival in Kimberley board the bus for a tour of the Big Hole and museum
Day 3: Kimberley - Pretoria
- 12:00 Arrive Rovos Rail Station, Pretoria
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ITINERARY ALSO RUN IN REVERSE
Rates from R18 950.00 pp sharing
- Per person sharing
- Rates are in South African Rands
- *Rates may vary according to season
- Accommodation
- All meals
- All local alcoholic and other beverages
- 24-hour full room service
- Bar facilities
- Limited laundry service
- Excursions accompanied by a qualified tour guide (where applicable)
- Entrance fees to places of interest, per itinerary
- Government tax
- Visas
- Items of a personal nature
- Flights (domestic and international)
- Staff gratuities
- French Champagne
- Memorabilia purchases
- Off train costs and purchases
- Fully comprehensive travel insurance
- Sabi Sand Lodges
The Sabi Sand Reserve lies to the South West of the Greater Kruger Park. Home to some of Africa's most sort after names, Sabi Sabi, Mala Mala, Londolozi and Singita, to mention a few.
All the lodges offered within the Sabi Sand ensure that one gets up close and personal with some of the best wildlife sightings and safari experiences in Africa.
- Timbavati Lodges
Timbavati Reserve lies on the Western boundary of the National Park; the border is unfenced, allowing the wildlife to move freely between the reserve and the national park.
The Timbavati Private Game Reserve is world famous for its wildlife and remoteness, and that is without mentioning the famed white lions.
- Cape Town Game Reserves
Experience the thrill of a "Big 5" safari near Cape Town! With the magnificent Karoo as a backdrop and the unique Fynbos biome, the Western Cape province offers an unforgettable experience for wildlife lovers.
Visitors can spot elephants, rhinos, lions, Buffalo and leopards amongst other wildlife along with some pretty amazing birdlife.
There are several Malaria-free game reserves within a 2-3 hours' drive from Cape Town offering luxury accommodation options with private air charters available at some reserves.
- MalaMala Lodges
MalaMala is the South African safari Industries' original formula for the high-end photographic safari. Today, the MalaMala Reserve is one of the best in the whole of Africa.
In existence ever since 1927, this enormous flourishing stretch of land delivers with the Sabie River in the south is probably the most exciting wildlife encounters this side of the equator.
Four camps can be found offering only the very best.
- Shamwari lodges
Shamwari Game Reserve is a premier wildlife and safari destination in the Eastern Cape, home to the famous "Big Five" and numerous other plains game and bird species; this malaria-free game reserve has been recognized for its incredible conservation efforts and luxury lodges.
With miles of untouched wilderness and abundant wildlife, the Shamwari Game Reserve offers visitors an unforgettable experience that will surely be cherished for years to come.
Whether you are looking for adventure or relaxation, Shamwari provides something extraordinary that can not be found anywhere else.
- Singita Lodges
The Singita lodges within this portfolio have been setting the highest standards in accommodation, conservation, and service for decades while synonymous with all that is the best in the safari industry.
If you are seeking the best of the best, look no further than any one of these luxury Singita lodges in Kruger National Park.