Victoria Falls Rovos Rail Package - 4 day journey on Rovos Rail, Africa’s luxury train, from Pretoria, South Africa to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
Rovos Rail is closely monitoring the situation, which is evolving on a moment by moment basis. We have cancelled all journeys running from now until 5 January 2021. At this time we are still operating as per our schedules from 6 January 2021 onwards.
As we work towards that date, we will be approaching each journey as it comes to establish the risk while also adhering to government requirements and listening to the wishes of our passengers. In order to accommodate the varying worldwide travel restrictions, we have introduced special COVID-19 Policy Terms (detailed below) that will take effect 60 days prior to each departure. Should Rovos Rail cancel a journey, a 100% refund will be offered or clients will have the option to postpone their booking to a future date. Given the unpredictability of global events, we recommend clients wait until 31 days prior to their departure date to make a decision to postpone or cancel. Should clients elect to postpone or cancel bookings that are 61 days or more away from the departure date, Rovos Rail’s standard T&C apply.
This adventure begins with the train’s departure from Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria. Travel north through Warmbaths (Bela-Bela), so named for its mineral waters, and Nylstroom, christened by the Voortrekkers as the source of the Nile River as the town’s river happened to be north-flowing. Pass the edge of the escarpment and cross the Tropic of Capricorn towards Bulawayo, second city of Zimbabwe, capital of Matabeleland and industrial capital of the country. Travel along one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114km – before traversing Hwange National Park, a rich and diverse wildlife sanctuary where a game drive excursion is enjoyed. Arrive at the incomparable Victoria Falls on the mighty Zambezi River where this sojourn ends. The surrounding areas offer travellers many recreational opportunities including cruises, whitewater rafting as well as superb game viewing and photo safaris. Available in reverse. Depending upon railway capacity, this journey could be routed through Botswana.
From 2022, guests have the option of choosing the 3-night journey or the new 4-night journey, which includes an excursion to Polokwane.
The Pretoria to Victoria Falls train also runs in reverse so you can go from Victoria Falls to Pretoria.
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3 night Pretoria to Victoria Falls Journey (2021 & 2022)
Day 1:
Departs from Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria at 10am. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels through Warmbaths (Bela-Bela) – so named for its mineral waters – and Nylstroom, christened by the Voortrekkers as the source of the Nile River as the town’s river happened to be north flowing. Pass the edge of the escarpment where the Highveld drops precipitously.
Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. The train crosses the Tropic of Capricorn.Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train crosses the Limpopo River to Beitbridge. Dress: Formal
In Rudyard Kipling’s Just So Stories, the ‘Elephant’s Child’ departs his family for the “great grey-green, greasy Limpopo River, all set about with fever-trees, to find out what the Crocodile has for dinner.”
Day 2:
Day at leisure. Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner are served as the train travels towards Bulawayo via West Nicholson. Overnight stop on board at Mpopoma.
Day 3:
The train departs Mpopoma. Enjoy lunch while traveling along the eastern edge of Hwange Park along one of Africa’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114 kilometres. At around 3pm, arrive Kennedy siding for a game drive at The Hide.Day 3:
Dinner is served in the dining car/s en route to Thompsons Junction for the overnight stop.
Day 4:
Arrive at your journey’s end at approximately 10am in Victoria Falls.
This journey be done in reverse - from Vic Falls to Pretoria. We also have add on accommodation packages in Vic Falls or extend into Botswana.
4 night Victoria Falls to Pretoria Journey (from 2022)
Day 1:
5pm - Depart from Victoria Falls Station, Zimbabwe. Guests may freshen up in their suites before joining fellow travellers in the lounge car or observation car at the rear of the train.Dinner is served in the dining cars en route to Malindi for overnight. 7.30pm - Dress: Formal
Day 2:
5am - A continental breakfast is served in the dining cars until departure.
6am - Enjoy a game drive at The Hide in Hwange National Park.
12pm - Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train travels between Dete and Gwaai along one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114 kilometres – and passes Bulawayo: second city of Zimbabwe, capital of Matabeleland and industrial capital of the country.
4.30pm - Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars.
7.30pm - Dinner is served in the dining cars en route Mbalabala for overnight. Dress: Formal
6am - Enjoy a game drive at The Hide in Hwange National Park.
12pm - Lunch is served in the dining cars. The train travels between Dete and Gwaai along one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114 kilometres – and passes Bulawayo: second city of Zimbabwe, capital of Matabeleland and industrial capital of the country.
4.30pm - Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars.
7.30pm - Dinner is served in the dining cars en route Mbalabala for overnight. Dress: Formal
Day 3:
8.30am - The train stops at Gwanda where guests have an opportunity to stroll through the village.
10.30am - Travel south through baobab country to Beitbridge for Zimbabwean border formalities.
1pm - Lunch is served in the dining cars.
4.30pm - Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. The train crosses the Limpopo River to Musina for South African border formalities. In Rudyard Kipling’s Just So Stories, the ‘Elephant’s Child’ departs his family for the “great greygreen, greasy Limpopo River, all set about with fever-trees, to find out what the Crocodile has for dinner.”
7.30pm - Dinner is served en route to Louis Trichardt for overnight. Dress: Formal
Day 4:
7am - Breakfast is served in the dining cars until departure. The train crosses the Tropic of Capricorn.
9am - Visit Polokwane Nature Reserve.
1pm - Lunch is served in the dining cars.
4.30pm - Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Travel through Warmbaths (Bela-Bela) – so named for its mineral
waters – and Nylstroom, christened by the Voortrekkers as the source of the Nile River as the town’s river happened to be north flowing. Pass the edge of the escarpment where the Highveld drops precipitously.
7.30pm - Dinner is served in the dining cars en route to Pyramid for overnight. Dress: Formal
Day 5:
7am - Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 09:30.10am - Arrive at journey’s end at Rovos Rail Station, Pretoria.
This journey be done in reverse - from Pretoria to Vic Falls. We also have add on accommodation packages in South Africa, Vic Falls or extend into Botswana.
Else, add on the Rovos Cape Town or Rovos Durban itinerary to make it even more relaxing and enjoyable.
Price per person sharing:
1st October 2020 - 30 September 2021 (3 night itinerary):
Pullman Suite: R31 700
Deluxe Suite: R48 000
Royal Suite: R64 000
Pullman Suite: R31 700
Deluxe Suite: R48 000
Royal Suite: R64 000
1st October 2021 - 30 September 2022 (3 or 4 night itinerary):
Pullman Suite: R36 500
Deluxe Suite: R55 000
Royal Suite: R72 500
Pullman Suite: R36 500
Deluxe Suite: R55 000
Royal Suite: R72 500
Accommodation on board Rovos Rail:
All the suites offer passengers the opportunity to travel in privacy, comfort and luxury, with fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard. The wood paneled rebuilt sleeper coaches, remodeled and refurbished to mint condition, offer every modern convenience and comfort. In the en-suite bathrooms, original fittings combine with the modern technology of hot showers, hair dryers and shaver plugs. All are equipped with a writing surface and a personal safe for valuables. There is also a bar fridge filled with beverages of the passengers’ choice and room service is available 24 hours a day.
All the suites offer passengers the opportunity to travel in privacy, comfort and luxury, with fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard. The wood paneled rebuilt sleeper coaches, remodeled and refurbished to mint condition, offer every modern convenience and comfort. In the en-suite bathrooms, original fittings combine with the modern technology of hot showers, hair dryers and shaver plugs. All are equipped with a writing surface and a personal safe for valuables. There is also a bar fridge filled with beverages of the passengers’ choice and room service is available 24 hours a day.
The Pullman Suites (±7 sq metres/±76 sq feet) are equipped with a comfortable sofa-seat during the day with a conversion to double or twin beds (bunk) for the evening, and also have an en-suite bathroom with shower. These are ideal for single travelers due to their size.
The Deluxe Suites (±10 sq metres/±118 sq feet) accommodate two passengers in either twin or double beds and have a lounge area and en-suite bathroom with shower.
The Royal Suites, each of which take up half a carriage, are spacious and elegant measuring ±16 sq metres in size. Each has its own private lounge area and full bathroom with Victorian bath and separate shower. The epitome of luxury with handsome wood panelling and period Edwardian features, the air-conditioned suites accommodate two people offering the option of side-by-side twin or spacious double beds.
Please note:
Prices are for One way journey per person and includes accommodation, meals, all alcoholic and other beverages, 24-hour full room service and limited laundry while on board the train, as well as excursions accompanied by a qualified tour guide (where applicable) and government tax.
Excursions may be changed according to schedule achieved. Times are approximate and cannot be guaranteed.
Departure dates are specific.
Excursions may be changed according to schedule achieved. Times are approximate and cannot be guaranteed.
Departure dates are specific.
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