Rovos Rail – Pretoria to Victoria Falls or V.V

Overview

This special Kenya safari concentrates on three of the most famous and diverse areas in Kenya; Samburu, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara. This virtually fully inclusive safari offers exceptional value for money. Additionally, renowned for their quality, food, friendliness and guides, each of the lodges feature outstanding service. Furthermore, this is an ideal choice for those wanting to see the best that Kenya has to offer in a short period of time, including outstanding and diverse game viewing.

Itinerary Details

Day 1 : Depart Pretoria

The train departs Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria at 9:30 am. Lunch is served in the dining cars as the train travels north through Warmbaths, so named for its mineral waters. It also passes through Nylstroom, christened by the Voortrekkers as the source of the Nile River as the town’s river happened to be north flowing. The train then passes the edge of the escarpment and crosses the Tropic of Capricorn en–route to the border with Zimbabwe. Dinner is served en–route to the border at Beitbridge. (B, L, D)

Day 2 : Bulawayo

Breakfast is served in the dining cars as the train traverses baobab country towards Bulawayo, second city of Zimbabwe, capital of Matabeleland and industrial capital of the country. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea is served in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served en route to Mpopoma for overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 3 : Hwange National Park

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Depart Mpopoma. Lunch is served as the train travels along one of Africa’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114km. Arrive at Kennedy Siding for a game drive at The Hide in Hwange National Park, a rich and diverse wildlife sanctuary. Dinner en–route to Thompsons Junction for overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 4 : Arrive Victoria Falls

Breakfast is served until 09:30am. Depart Thompsons Junction and arrive at journey’s end in Victoria Falls at 10:00am. (B, L, D)

Itinerary Highlights

Pricing

Pretoria to Victoria Falls or v.v

Pullman from $3,080*
Deluxe from $4,635*
Royal from $6,170*

Terms & Conditions*

From Pretoria: Departs most Thursdays
From Victoria Falls: Departs most Sundays

*Prices per person twin share – Single supplement applies.

Terms and conditions apply. Please contact African Travel Specialists for full details and departure dates.

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