Is the Classic Southern Africa Train Journey for Me?

This incredible train journey takes you through South Africa’s panorama route, game drives in Kruger Park, a visit to Mozambique and travel through Zimbabwe. You will arrive in Victoria Falls to end the journey. We have included a required pre and post-night so this is an all-inclusive package for your convenience. There are only a few departures, the dates are set for the year (2024), contact us for availability and dates.

Your 14-Day Itinerary

Arrive at JNB airport and transfer to the hotel, located in the Sandton suburb. Depending on your flight time, you may add an optional city tour , or simply relax at the hotel 's gardens and swimming pool.

Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa

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Meals: Breakfast included

Transport: Included

Breakfast and transfer to Pretoria Train station on time for the check in. You may freshen up in your suite before joining fellow travelers in the lounge cars. The train travels on the eastern line towards the harsh eMalahleni coal-mining area and Middelburg, known as the “stainless steel capital of Africa”. The Dutch railway building company, NZASM, built the eastern line between Pretoria and Lourenço Marques (Maputo) from 1893 to 1895. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Full-day tour of historical areas Pilgrim’s Rest, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and Graskop with lunch. The Graskop viewing lift (own account) descends 51m down the face of the gorge into the forest below where wooden walkways and suspension bridges meander along a 600m trail through the indigenous forest with an interactive exhibit. Return to the train in Mbombela (140km). Depart for Malelane. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Full-day game viewing in the Kruger Park with lunch. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Depart for Maputo, Mozambique. Border formalities take place. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. City tour of Maputo, Mozambique, with lunch. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Travel to Mpaka, eSwatini. Border formalities take place. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Disembark at Mpaka. Transfer (±90 min) to Swazi Candles and visit Mantenga Cultural Village with lunch at Mantenga Lodge. Return to the train (±75 min). Depart for Hoedspruit. Border formalities take place. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Continental breakfast is served in the dining cars until 05:30. Game drive in Kapama Game Reserve followed by visit to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre. Return to the train for lunch. Depart for Tzaneen and Louis Trichardt. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: “Africa” Theme or Smart Casual

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10:00. Day on board travelling to Rutenga in Zimbabwe. Lunch is served in the dining cars. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Transfer to the Great Zimbabwe Monument for a tour with lunch. Rejoin to the train at Oreti Siding. Depart for Gweru. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Depart for a full day at Antelope Park with lunch. Optional extras include canoeing, game drives, horseback game viewing, elephant interaction, bird-watching cruises and so on (see price list). Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Depart for Bulawayo. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Full-day tour of Matobo National Park with lunch. Visit the grave of Cecil John Rhodes as well as bushmen caves with rock art. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Depart for Kennedy. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Dress: Formal

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Breakfast is served in the dining cars. Full-day game viewing in Hwange National Park with a packed lunch. Tea in the lounge and observation cars. Dinner is served in the dining cars. Depart for Thompson’s Junction. Dress: “1920s” Theme or Smart Casual

Rovos Rail

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: local brands included

Activities: Included

Transport: Included

Front Entrance | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Premium Room | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Victoria Falls Activities GorgeSwing | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Jungle Junction Evening | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Victoria-Falls Activities MicroLight | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Jungle Junction Evening Exterior | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Victoria Falls Activities Rafting | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

A view of the pool from the pool seating area at The Victoria Falls Hotel, Zimbabwe.

High Tea | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Staircase | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Classic Room Bathroom | Photo credit: Victoria Falls Hotel

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 09:30. Arrive Victoria Falls Station. Check out of train and walk across to Victoria Falls Hotel (luggage can be stored on the train). Meet for a walking tour of the village and the falls with lunch. Meet at the hotel for a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Transfer back to Victoria Falls Hotel. We have added a night at the hotel for your convenience. Dinner is for your own account tonight.

The Victoria Falls Hotel

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Meals: Breakfast included

Transport: Included

Breakfast and check out. Day at leisure depending on your flight time. Transfer to Victoria Falls airport for your onward journey, or contact us to extend your trip.

Every itinerary can be crafted to your needs, from adjusting the length of your stay to including different accommodation and refining the route. Your safari is yours, shaped around your idea of a dream experience.

General: Great service by Antoinette who was helpful and very dedicated to help us booking our South Africa experience. She showed us lots of different options and recommended her favourite stays.

Overall an absolute 5 star service!

Accomodations:

Klaserie River Safari Lodge: Perfect place for the first stay in the region, staff was very limited due to low numbers in travellers (covid) but did an excellent job! A true feel good place right at the Klaserie River. Our guides Lauren and Herman were very dedicated to make it the best stay ever. Great value for the money. Would definitely recommend this place!

Hamiltons Tented Camp: Outstanding private luxury lodge where you won’t miss a thing. From location, food, game drives to service this is what I call high end. Prices are high but standard for this kind of place.

Muluwa Lodge: Nice stay on the way from Kruger back to Joburg. We only had one night but I would recommend staying at least two nights. Beautiful sceneryand lovely tents with great views. Food was tasty and the staff very friendly.

Spier Wine Farm: Large vineyard with nice accomodation. The place is created with lots of love, the garden is beautiful and invites to hang around and have a picnic. Wine was not our favourite but tastes are different so you might like it for sure!

Mont Rochelle: Luxury Hotel on a vineyard owned by Richard Branson. Probably our favourite location in the area if you want to relax for a day or two. Overall excellent service, great food and lovely stuff. Price is high but worth the money.

Mosaic Lagoon Lodge: Hidden gem right at the Klein River Lagoon. Staff was again superb, food great and lots of activities to do. If you don’t like to stay right in Hermanus this is the place to go to!

Lagoon Beach Hotel: A bit off the city trouble but still just a 15 mins drive to the waterfront. It’s a standard hotel like any other. Room was clean, breakfast okay and they offered a free shuttle to the centre.

Cape Milner Hotel: Nice place close to Bo Kaap, walking distance to the city centre. Can recommend the place if you would like to stay in the city.

"We had an amazing time at our safari place(Kapama Karula) organized by Susan from Discover Africa! She is very professional and gave us unforgettable time in South Africa! I highly recommend Susan and discover Africa!"

Luana, Brazil · 21 Apr 2026 ·

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"We had an amazing time visiting Namibia and South Africa. Our 15 day journey was packed with lots of adventure. Everything to accommodations, transportation by ground and air, excursions, dinner and lunches. Our tour guide/ driver Nico was so awesome...."

Tracy, United States · 23 Jul 2024 ·

"I was at a loss of where to begin planning a multi-country tip to Africa consisting of a safari, Victoria Falls and Namibia dune experience. After researching I came upon Discover Africa, and am so thankful I did. With Diane's..."

Jenny, United States · 21 Mar 2023 ·

"I had very bad experiences with other travel agencies but with Discover Africa it was fast communication, good service and information to reduce costs. The tour from the beginning was well organized, super camps, the tents were perfect and cozy...."

Mona, Germany · 5 Apr 2022 ·

"General: Great service by Antoinette who was helpful and very dedicated to help us booking our South Africa experience. She showed us lots of different options and recommended her favourite stays. Overall an absolute 5 star service! Accomodations: Klaserie River..."

Tobi, Germany · 22 Nov 2021 ·