African Sunrise Safaris offers various "Train Safaris" with train operators who are world-class conductors who specialize in offering train journeys throughout Southern Africa. These "Train Safaris" can be incorporated in any tour / safari that we put together for you, either before, after or on route and these "Train Safaris" can range from basic to ultra luxury / fully inclusive packages.

The Rovos Rail

The Rovos Rail renews the golden age of luxury train travel in the heart of the African bush. Experience the extravagant elegance of rail travel on Rovos Rail, the leading luxurious train in the world. Rovos Rail offers two beautifully rebuilt classic trains, each with a perfect blend of period ambience, modern features and each carrying 72 passengers who are accommodated in the most spacious and exceptional suites, such as the Pullman, Deluxe and Royal suites.

The available "Train Journey" options are:

• Pretoria to Cape Town (visa versa) - ± 48 hours: From $1550 per person sharing.
• Pretoria to Victoria Hotel / Victoria Falls Hotel (visa versa) - ± 52 hours; From $1700
• per person sharing.
• Pretoria to Durban (visa versa) - ± 55 hours: From $1725 per person sharing.
• Pretoria to Swakopmund - Namibia (visa versa) - 7 Days: From $3990 per person sharing.
• Cape Town to George (visa versa) - ± 24 hours: $900 per person sharing.
• Cape Town to Dar es Salaam – Dar es Salaam (visa versa) - 14 Days: From $10,200 per person sharing.
• A 50 % single supplement applies and all trains run on scheduled departure dates.

The Blue Train

The Blue Train has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have traveled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. The train's very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service. The routes of The Blue Train - both scheduled and chartered - take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the World.

As the ever-changing scenery flashes past the windows, guests can savour exquisite meals freshly prepared on board by top-chefs. Our meals are complemented by the best wines South Africa has to offer. The suites on The Blue Train, both the Luxury and Deluxe suites live up to its reputation for magnificence and splendor. The finest bed linen, marble tiles and gold fittings in the bathrooms and sheer opulence all ensure that guests will never forget the time they spend on The Blue Train. When you choose to travel on The Blue Train, you choose to travel in a world of grace, elegance and romance.

 

The available "Train Journey" options are:

• Pretoria to Cape Town (visa versa) - ± 27 hours: From $1645 per person sharing.
• A 50 % single supplement applies and all trains run on scheduled departure dates.

The Shongololo Express

Shongololo "Train Safaris" traverse nine countries on the southern African continent: Namibia, South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia and Tanzania. On these train journeys, they take care of their guests' every need. On board, all your requirements for a superb holiday are provided: transport, accommodation, meals, recreation, sightseeing and - what a pleasure - you need to unpack and only pack once.

The trains travel comfortably and securely during the night to the next stop on the itinerary and you awake each morning to a fresh vista on Africa and the anticipation of new and exciting adventures. Each train carries a fleet of air-conditioned Mercedes Benz touring vehicles with professional guides on board (English, German, Dutch or French speaking) who are ready to take guests on inclusive scheduled off-rail activities to experience the unique sights of the area. For the more adventurous there are also specialized activities from ballooning, to elephant riding, and scuba diving available at many locations. The available "Train Journey" options are:

• Johannesburg to Cape Town (visa versa) - 16 Days: From $3825 per person sharing.
• Johannesburg to Victoria Falls (visa versa) - 16 Days: From $4200
• per person sharing.
• Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam - Dar es Salaam (visa versa) - 16 Days: From $9545
• per person sharing.
• Cape Town to Windhoek - Namibia (visa versa) - 16 Days: From $3585 per person sharing.
• A 50 % single supplement applies and all trains run on scheduled departure dates.