“Build the bridge across the Zambezi where the trains, as they pass, will catch the spray of the falls”
Cecil John Rhodes. DCL. 1853-1902.
Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Luxury Bushtracks Vehicles and enjoy a short road transfer to the Bushtracks Station. A safety brief will be given by the Bushtracks guide en-route to the station. Tickets will be issued to all guests that include an indemnity on the reverse. On arrival at the Bushtracks Station, the locomotive will be ‘in steam’ thus giving a photographic opportunity to anyone who wishes. Guests will be welcomed aboard with a drink and red carpet, boarding the train through the Lounge Car where more drinks and snacks will be offered.
The Shunt to the Cape to Cairo Mainline – Through a series of ‘switches’ the train makes its way to the Cape To Cairo mainline, which will take it to the bridge.
Victoria Falls World Heritage Site - Once on the mainline the train leaves the outskirts of Livingstone and travels into the The Victoria Falls World Heritage Site. Game such as elephant and antelope are often spotted en route to the border post.
The Palm Grove Run Around – On arrival at Palm Grove and In preparation to travel onto the bridge, the locomotive will detach from the front of the train from the Observation car and ‘run around’ Palm Grove loop (once it has been fully installed) and attached to the opposite end of the train. This will give guests an opportunity to see the locomotive in action, photographic opportunities and even possibly take a ride in the cab.
Sunset on The Victoria Falls Bridge (only Wednesdays and Saturdays) - The train will pause at the border post for the train guard to carry out formalities and then continue on its route to the bridge.
The train will pause on the bridge for 20-30 minutes giving guests the opportunity to alight and take photographs if they wish and explore the bridge.
Palm Grove Loop for dinner – Having left the bridge and heading back towards Livingstone, a dinner bell will sound and the train manager will announce dinner and lead guests through to the dinning carriages, where a five course meal, lovingly prepared and served by Sun International’s Royal Livingstone team, awaits.
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks Africa
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks AfricaThe Falls bridge as the train crosses
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks AfricaThe Royal Livingstone Express crossing the Bridge
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks AfricaInside the Dining are of The Royal Livingstone Express
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks AfricaInside the Dining are of The Royal Livingstone Express
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks AfricaThe View from the Victoria Falls Bridge
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks AfricaStopping on the Bridge to take in the sunset
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks Africa
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks AfricaRoyal Livingstone Express crossing the Victoria Falls Bridge
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks Africa
Royal Livingstone ExpressCredit: Bushtracks Africa
Train Facilities
Vegetarian
This service runs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays for FITs and groups Full duration of this ruin is approx 4 hours Departure at 16H30; Return at 20H30 - Minimum 2 pax - maximum 92 pax - Private hire - minimum 50 pax - The train will travel on the “Cape to Cairo” mainline which will then take it to the Victoria Falls Bridge. Once on the mainline the train leaves the outskirts of Livingstone and travels into The Victoria Falls World Heritage Site. Game such as elephant and antelope are often spotted en route to the border post
Dress Code: Smart casual - Children pay full rate (not advisable for children under 12 years old) - Guests will be required to carry their passports for identification purposes only. This will not affect guests’ visa status so passports will not be stamped - The train will stop on the bridge for approximately 20 minutes and guests will have a chance to disembark from the train at this point and view an African sunset. - A five course set dinner will be served at the Palm Grove siding before heading back to the Bushtracks siding. - Special dietary requirements need to be communicated in advance.
The train will run on the Mulobezi line on all other days with a minimum of 30 pax- non run days ( Tuesdays,Thursdays,Fridays and Sundays) The full duration of this run is 4 hours - Minimum 2 pax - maximum 92 pax - Private hire - minimum 50 pax - The Mulobezi railway line runs through the heart of the Zambezi River Valley. The train will set off through Dambwa Township and travel on up the Mulobezi Line. The railway line runs parallel to the Zambezi River and sunset will be enjoyed while travelling through the Mosi-oa-Tunya Game Park - The locomotive ‘runs around’ at Sinde Siding providing photo opportunities depending on light - The train pushes further on from Sinde Siding to stop for a five-course dinner, with dessert being served on the return journey to Livingstone. - Special dietary requirements need to be communicated in advance. - Minimum on a non-run day is 30 pax.
(Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed)
Excursion includes: - A welcome drink on arrival at Bushtracks Siding - Pre-dinner drinks - A set, five-course dinner provided by Royal Livingstone Restaurant and chefs - When booking please inform reservations if there are any dietary requirements - Wines, beers and soft drinks. There is a cash bar if guests wish to purchase spirits - Photo opportunity in front of the train - Return transfers from hotels within Livingstone Town - Return transfers from accommodation within the Victoria Falls Town
Please note: This run is dependent on availability
