EXPERIENCE ROVOS RAIL
EXPERIENCE ROVOS RAIL
An adventure that on a luxurious train that will start Pretoria and venture north to Zimbabwe, ending in Victoria Falls. Enjoy the opportunity to view one of the 7 wonders of the World – the Magnificent Victoria Falls and soak in the sunset as you slowly cruise along the Zambezi River.
A short flight hop will then take you on a Safari Adventure as the rugged African Delta, Botswana awaits you - there is no bigger thrill then searching for The Big Five! A wildlife viewing experience that will turn into a lifetime of memories.
It will make falling in love with Africa easy, it will make returning easier!
9 NIGHTS
Yearly
2024 from $ 11,170.00 per person sharing
2025 from $ 11,790.00 per person sharing
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Highlights of this tour
- Experience 5-star Luxury service onboard Rovos Rail
- Search for wildlife in Hwange National Park
- Self-guided tour of the Falls on the Zimbabwe side
- Sunset cruise along the Zambezi River
- Search for the Big Five in the Okavango Delta
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1
Arrive in Johannesburg. Transfer to your Hotel and check in to The Residence Hotel. Evening is at Leisure.
Overnight at The Residence Hotel.
Day 2
Early breakfast at the Hotel before departing for Pretoria. Arrive at Capital Park Train Station and check in for Rovos Rail. 10h00 Depart on Rovos Rail. Enjoy the views as you spend your time at leisure onboard the train. The Train crosses the Limpopo River to Beitbridge.
Overnight onboard Rovos Rail Train.
Day 3
Meals are enjoyed on board the train – Day is at leisure as you travel towards Bulawayo.
Overnight onboard Rovos Rail Train.
Day 4
Meals are enjoyed onboard the train – by this afternoon the train will travel along the eastern side of Hwange National Park. Experience an afternoon game drive in Hwange National Park. Return to the train afterwards, freshen up for dinner.
Overnight onboard Rovos Rail Train.
Day 5
Enjoy breakfast in the dining cart before you disembark the train in Victoria Falls. The train arrives within walking distance of The Victoria Falls Hotel entrance. Collect your luggage and check in at the Hotel. From the Hotel you can walk to The Victoria Falls – it's the perfect opportunity to view the mighty Waterfall. (entrance for guests' own account). Remainder of the evening is at leisure.
Overnight at The Victoria Falls Hotel.
Day 6
This morning is spent at leisure. Later in the afternoon, your driver will collect you at the Hotel and transfer you to the dock where you board your Sunset Cruise. The Zambezi Sunset cruise is a superb way to relax and enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Zambezi River with great photo opportunities against the spectacular African sunset. Your afternoon and evening will be at leisure.
Overnight at The Victoria Falls Hotel.
Day 7
Enjoy breakfast at the Hotel. Re-arrange your clothing so that you pack enough clothes into a soft sided bag for 3 nights before you check out. Your driver will collect you and transfer you to Kasane Airport. (Your excess luggage will be stored by the charter company and will be at Maun Airport on your return to South Africa.) Check in for your flight hop to the Delta. After landing at Chitabe airstrip, your ranger will transfer you to the camp in a game drive vehicle. Arrive at the Lodge and enjoy the afternoon activity.
Overnight at Wilderness Chitabe Camp.
Day 8
Full day game activities including 2 game drives daily, all meals and local beverages included.
Overnight at Wilderness Chitabe Camp.
Day 9
Full day game activities including 2 game drives daily, all meals and local beverages included.
Overnight at Wilderness Chitabe Camp.
Day 10
Early game activity before you head to Chitabe airstrip for your flight hop to Maun Airport. Collect any excess luggage from the charter company's office. Fly to Johannesburg and then connect with your international flight out.
Included in this tour
ACCOMMODATION
- 1 Night at The Residence Hotel (Johannesburg)
- 3 Nights onboard Rovos Rail Luxury Train (Pretoria to Victoria Falls)
- 2 Nights at The Victoria Falls Hotel (Zimbabwe)
- 3 Nights at Wilderness Chitabe Camp (Botswana, Okavango Delta)
MEALS & ACTIVITIES
- Full English breakfast daily
- All meals and selected drinks during your stay onboard Rovos Rail
- Afternoon game experience in Hwange National Park
- Sunset Cruise on Zambezi River
- All meals and selected drinks during your stay at Wilderness Chitabe Camp
- Morning and afternoon game experience at Wilderness Chitabe Camp
GENERAL INCLUSIONS
- Arrival Meet and Greet
- Travel pack and welcome Gift
- Services of English-Speaking Qualified Guide for the Day Tours
- Departure Meet and Greet
- Emergency Helpline 24 hours during your stay
Important Notes
- Subject to the Rovos Rail schedule, the train trip is offered as a 4-night stay over some dates. This will add an additional night onto the total trip but will not increase the price of the cost of the full itinerary.
- For the Flight Hop Kasane Airport to Lodge: Prior to travel we require the weights of all guests. Please note this is purely for planning purposes and to ensure the charter aircrafts calculations are within the legal limitations. Luggage, including both check-in and carry-on (handbag, backpack, camera equipment, sleep apnea machine, etc.), is restricted to a maximum of 20 kg (44 lb) per person travelling on seat rates. Soft bags with a rigid structure at the base - including wheels and/or a collapsible handle - will be accepted. Alternatively, standard soft duffel/tog type bags. The maximum dimensions of ALL bags which can be accommodated are as follows: 30 cm (11.8 inches) wide x 35 cm (13.8 inches) high and 70 cm (27.5 inches) long. Guests should adhere to the most restrictive luggage allowance to avoid the possibility of re-packing/storing luggage. Luggage may be stored at the Kasane offices. We do not anticipate any problems with stored luggage being damaged or stolen, however, guests must ensure that they are in possession of full travel insurance including luggage cover. The charter company, nor any person, agent acting for, through or on behalf of said companies, will be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from any cause whatsoever.
- Stored Luggage at Kasane Airport will be transferred to Maun Airport and stored at Wilderness Offices until guests arrive at Maun Airport. Guests will need to collect their stored luggage at the charter office.
TRANSPORT & FLIGHTS
- All road transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles
- All regional flights:
- Maun to Johannesburg