Luxury railway company in South Africa
Watching the diverse landscapes of Southern Africa roll by from the comfort, privacy and elegance of Rovos Rail’s luxury trains is simply magical
Step aboard a Rovos Rail train and you’ll be transported back in time. The classic, wood-panelled coaches offer passengers a taste of the luxury of a bygone age, with authentic period décor reminiscent of the Edwardian era. In keeping with this, the train doesn’t have any televisions or radios on board, allowing guests to truly embrace the spirit of turn-of-the-century travel.
And then there are the destinations themselves. The Rovos Rail will take you, in some style, to Southern Africa’s most iconic regions, from cosmopolitan Cape Town all the way to the desert landscapes of Namibia. You could find yourself journeying through picturesque winelands, or visiting fascinating cities like Kimberly with its 19th century diamond mines. Your luxury train ride could even include a trip to Victoria Falls, or a ‘big five’ safari in KwaZulu-Natal.
Rovos Rail, South Africa
Rovos Rail, at a glance
- Luxury railway company in South Africa with beautifully rebuilt classic trains
- Carefully refurbished coaches with old-world style décor
- Accommodation ranges from standard sleeper coaches to Deluxe and Royal Suites
- Royal Suites are spacious with private lounges and full bathrooms
- Observation cars are ideal for drinking in the passing scenery
- Lounges with plush sofas and chairs where you can relax and socialise with other passengers
- Enjoy fine dining and award-winning South African wines in the Victorian-style dining cars
- Off train excursions and tours led by qualified guides
For leisure and pleasure
- Cape Town Journey: 3 days, Pretoria – Cape Town
- Durban Safari: 3 days, Pretoria – Durban
- Victoria Falls: 4 days, Pretoria – Victoria Falls
- Golf Safari: 9 days, Pretoria – Pretoria
- Namibia Safari: 9 days, Pretoria – Walvis Bay
- African Golf Collage: 10 days, Pretoria – Cape Town
- Dar es Salaam: 15 days, Cape Town – Dar es Salaam
The service we received from The Ultimate Travel Company was second to none. Tania took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and helped us explore every option clearly and thoroughly. Her first-hand knowledge of Kenya and safaris made a real difference – she explained everything brilliantly. The thoughtful extras, like the travel wallet and documents, were such a lovely touch – especially for someone who loves to travel well-organised! Thank you so much. We’ll definitely be back for future adventures.
