Day 1: Rovos Rail

Transfer from hotel to Rovos Rail Station.

African Collage Departures lounge at Rovos Rail Station Rovos Rail Station platform

Expert tips

  • Excursions may be changed according to the schedule achieved. Times are approximate and cannot be guaranteed. Please check with the Train Manager for any updates or changes to the itinerary. In your suite, you will find the Journeys magazine that features articles of interest related to the route. PLEASE ENSURE THAT THE TRAIN MANAGER OR ADMINISTRATION DEPUTY IS IN POSSESSION OF YOUR PASSPORT.
  • Breakfast is available from 07:00 - 10:00, lunch is at 13:00 and a formal dinner is at 19h30 and is all served in the dining cars in one sitting.
  • Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars at 16h30 pm.
  • Dress code is formal for dinner and smart casual during the day.
     

Activities and Services

09:00

Welcome and Orientation aboard The Rovos Rail

10:00

Depart from Rovos Rail station in Pretoria

13:00

Lunch à la carte in the dining cars

16:30

Tea in the lounge and observation cars

19:30

Dinner à la carte in the dining cars

Recommended

Rovos Museum Tour

Rovos Rail Station Site Tour

Excluded

Breakfast

Day 2: Rovos Rail

The train travels baobab country.T ravel towards Bulawayo. Dinner is served en-route to Mpopoma.

Expert tips

  • Warm clothing,comfortable shoes,hats and sun protection are advised.Rain capes are available. 

Activities and Services

Breakfast à la carte in the dining cars

13:00

Lunch à la carte in the dining cars

16:30

Tea in the lounge and observation cars

19:30

Dinner à la carte in the dining cars

Day 3: Rovos Rail

The train travels between Gwaai and Dete along one of the world's longest stretches of straight railway line - 114 kilometres - and along the eastern edge of Hwange National Park. You will disembark at Kennedy Siding and enjoy a game drive at The Hide in Hwange National Park . Dinner is served en-route to Thompsons Junction.

Expert tips

  • Please dress accordingly for the game drive at The Hide in Hwange National Park

Activities and Services

Breakfast à la carte in the dining cars

13:00

Lunch à la carte in the dining cars

Dinner à la carte in the dining cars

Day 4: End of Itinerary

On arrival at Victoria Falls Station, you will be met by an appointed tour representative who will transfer you to your onward destination. Your afternoon will be leisurely and free from activities.

Observation car with open-air balcony Observation car

Expert tips

  • Please ensure that your luggage is ready for collection at 09h45 am and that you have your passport back in your possession.
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