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Cape Town To Pretoria Safari

Rovos Rail Pride of Africa Cape Town to Pretoria luxury train safari South Africa

Safari Information

  • Departure; Scheduled and tailor-made departure dates
  • Duration; 4 Days / 3 Nights
  • Lodging; Aboard Train
  • Group Size; Minimum 1
  • Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris

Experience the Ultimate 3-Day Safari Adventure Aboard a Luxury Train

Step aboard the legendary Rovos Rail and prepare for an unforgettable 3-night "Cape Town to Pretoria Safari." This is no ordinary train ride; it’s a seamless blend of old-world charm and modern luxury, offering a glimpse into South Africa's breathtaking landscapes and rich heritage. From the moment you step onto the meticulously restored train, adorned with wood-paneled interiors and plush furnishings, you'll feel like you've been transported to a bygone era of elegance and opulence.

As you travel through the heart of South Africa, panoramic windows reveal an ever-changing tapestry of rolling vineyards, dramatic mountain ranges, and vast golden savannahs. Each day is a unique adventure, with fascinating off-train excursions and opportunities to explore the country's diverse beauty up close. Whether you’re savoring gourmet meals in the dining car or relaxing with a glass of fine wine as the scenery unfolds, every moment aboard Rovos Rail feels like a celebration of indulgence.

This luxurious safari is more than a journey; it’s an intimate experience where unparalleled service, exclusivity, and South Africa’s natural wonders come together. Are you ready to discover the ultimate blend of comfort and adventure? Let's begin this once-in-a-lifetime escape.

Day 1: Cape Town

  • 11:00: Depart from Cape Town Station.
    13:00: Lunch is served in the dining cars. Trundle through the winelands of the Western Cape towards Worcester.
    16:30: Tea in the lounge and observation cars. The train climbs ±750m up the face of the escarpment.
    19:30: Dinner is served in the dining cars. The train arrives at the first of four tunnels on the pass. The last tunnel is 13.5km long so please be careful when walking through the train.
    • Dress: Forma

Day 2: Matjiesfontein

  • 07:00: Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10:00.
    08:00: Disembark at Matjiesfontein for an opportunity to stroll through the historic village. Of special interest is the museum on the platform and a collection of historic cars and railway carriages to the right of the Lord Milner Hotel.
    10:00: The train traverses the Karoo, a vast semi-desert region that was once an enormous inland sea. Over millions of years,  volcanic matter was ground down and deposited as silt upon the seabed to form what geologists call the Karoo system.
    13:00: Lunch is served in the dining cars. 
    16:30: Tea in the lounge and observation cars.
    19:30: Dinner is served in the dining cars.
    • Dress: Forma

Day 3: Kimberley

  • 06:00: Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 08:30.
    08:30: Enjoy a tour of Kimberley’s Diamond Mine Museum and the Big Hole. Capital of the Northern Cape, Kimberley is well known for the discovery of diamonds that led to its establishment in 1871. 
    12:00: Lunch is served in the dining cars.
    16:30: Tea in the lounge and observation cars. The train traverses the broad grassland plains of the Highveld.
    19:30: Dinner is served in the dining cars.
    • Dress: Forma

Day 4: Kimberley - Pretoria

  • 07:00: Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10:00. The train traverses the goldfields of the Witwatersrand.
  • 13:00: Lunch is served in the dining cars.
  • 16:00: Arrive at journey’s end at Rovos Rail Station, Pretoria. Should you wish to join a tour of Rovos Rail Station and visit our museum, we suggest delaying your pick-up by ±90 minutes.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ITINERARY ALSO RUN IN REVERSE

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Rates Information
  • Cape Town To Pretoria Safari Rates
  • Per person sharing
  • Rates are in South African Rands
  • *Rates may vary according to season
Rates Include
  • 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
Rates Exclude
  • 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

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