Rovos Rail

Rovos Rail is the ultimate way to experience the romance of a bygone era. Travel through South Africa in the beautifully refurbished train. Exquisite meals are eaten with a backdrop of stunning scenery as the train moves across the country.

South Africa
Rovos Rail
  • Travel in a rare level of style and opulence

  • Head to the dining car for a luxurious high tea

  • Sit back and watch the ever changing landscape pass by

  • Off the train excursions are arranged


Rovos Rail offers two beautifully rebuilt Classic trains, each carrying a maximum of 72 passengers who are accommodated in the most spacious and luxurious train suites in the world. The use of traditional furnishings and period décor ensure an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur in the Dining Lounge and Observation cars.

Rovos Rail was established in 1989 with the aim of recapturing the romance and atmosphere of a bygone era, when privileged travelers experienced the magic of Africa in a relaxed and elegant fashion.

The trains, which may be pulled by steam, diesel or electric locomotives at various stages of the journey, carry a maximum of 72 passengers in 36 suites.

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Top tip:

Step out on to the observation deck to really get a feel for the vastness of the scenery.

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South Africa

Travel through South Africa, journeys include Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Durban, Namibia and Dar es Salaam.


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