Rovos Rail

Step aboard the pride of Africa-the world's most luxurious train.

Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world-class travel experiences.

Step aboard the wood-panelled coaches - classics remodelled and refurbished to mint condition - and enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury as some of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a by-gone era, when privileged travellers experienced the magic and mystery of Africa in a relaxed and elegant fashion.

In a series of journeys lasting from 24 hours to a fortnight, the Pride of Africa links some of Africa's greatest destinations from Cape Town at the tip of Africa to Dar-Es-Salaam in Tanzania, from scenic splendours as diverse as the game reserves of Mpumalanga to the Victoria Falls, from the desert landscapes of Namibia and the stark beauty of the Karoo to the lush canefields of KwaZulu-Natal and the magnificent Garden Route along the Cape South Coast.

To inquire & book  these fantastic rail tours ---- Please call us at +44(0)8700 841 413 and speak to a customer care representative


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  • Cancellations of confirmed reservations for annual, bi-annual and Rovos Air received more than 12 weeks prior to departure are subject to a cancellation fee of 10% of the per person tour price.
  • Cancellations of confirmed reservations for annual, bi-annual and Rovos Air received between 12 and 8 weeks prior to departure are subject to a fee of 25% of the per person tour price.
  • Cancellations of confirmed reservations for annual, bi-annual and Rovos Air received between 8 and 4 weeks prior to departure are subject to a fee of 50% of the per person tour price
  • Cancellations of confirmed reservations for annual, bi-annual and Rovos Air received within the 4-week period are subject to forfeiture of the entire tour price.
  • Please Note: Cancellation fees will not be waived. We strongly advise that trip cancellation insurance be purchased.
  • Cancellations of confirmed reservations for regular journeys received more than 8 weeks prior to departure are subject to a cancellation fee of 5% of the per person tour price.
  • Cancellations of confirmed reservations for regular journeys received between 8 and 4 weeks prior to departure are subject to a fee of 25% of the per person tour price.
  • Cancellations of confirmed reservations for regular journeys received within the 4-week period are subject to forfeiture of the entire tour price.
  • Passports & Visas: The onus is upon the client to ensure that passports and visas, as may be required, are valid.
  • Health: Passengers are advised that if visiting Zimbabwe, Zambia, Tanzania, Kruger Park, Swaziland and Victoria Falls anti-malarial precautions should be taken as may be prescribed.
  • Reservations/ Payment - Less Than 10 Passengers - The balance is payable 8 weeks before departure.
  • Reservations/ Payment - Less Than 10 Passengers - A 25% deposit at the time of booking and confirmation.
  • Reservations / Payment – More Than 10 Passengers - A 10% non-refundable deposit 6 months prior to travel
  • Reservations / Payment – More Than 10 Passengers - A further 10% non-refundable deposit 4 months before departure
  • Reservations / Payment – More Than 10 Passengers - The non-refundable balance is payable 8 weeks before departure thus, between 16-8 weeks the booking could be reduced to 20% of the original number of passengers without financial loss to the client/ Agent
  • Rovos Rail reserve the right to increase or decrease accommodation capacity as circumstances may require.
  • Rovos Rail reserves the right to amend the tour price at any time prior to written confirmation of the reservation. Rovos Rail further reserves the right to cancel or amend any sight seeing excursions or the tour departure dates provided they can offer the passenger alternative sight-seeing excursions or departure dates. Rovos Rail is not responsible for any delay or changes in tour arrangements that may be caused by natural or other factors beyond the control of Rovos Rail. There will be no refunds for any part of the tour that might be missed due to personal reasons.
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.