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Safari itinerary · South Africa & Zimbabwe · Victoria Falls

4 Day Victoria Falls Rovos Rail Journey

Experience a four-day journey through the most scenic areas of Southern Africa starting in Pretoria and ending at the magnificent Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

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From R 57 600 per person

Safari itinerary · South Africa & Zimbabwe · Victoria Falls

4 Day Victoria Falls Rovos Rail Journey

From R 57 600 per person

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Experience a four-day journey through the most scenic areas of Southern Africa starting in Pretoria and ending at the magnificent Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Duration · 4 days

Your stay · The Rovos Rail + The Hide Hwange

From, per person · R 57 600

4 Day Victoria Falls Rovos Rail Journey Enquire now

Enquire now

Duration4 days

Your stayThe Rovos Rail + The Hide Hwange

From, per personR 57 600

The journey

About this itinerary.

Experience a four-day journey through the most scenic areas of Southern Africa starting in Pretoria and ending at the magnificent Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Where you'll travel: South Africa Zimbabwe Victoria Falls

Overview

This adventure begins with the train’s departure from Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria. Travel north through Warmbaths (Bela-Bela), named for its mineral waters, and Nylstroom (Modimolle), christened by the Voortrekkers as the source of the Nile River as the town’s river happened to be north-flowing. Cross the Tropic of Capricorn and Limpopo River towards Bulawayo, the second city of Zimbabwe, capital of Matabeleland, and industrial capital of the country.

Travel along one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114 km – before traversing Hwange National Park, a rich and diverse wildlife sanctuary where a game drive excursion is enjoyed. Arrive at the incomparable Victoria Falls on the mighty Zambezi River where this sojourn ends. The surrounding areas offer travelers many recreational opportunities, including cruises, whitewater rafting, as well as superb game viewing and photo safaris.

This tour is also available in reverse. Please note that depending upon railway capacity, this journey could be routed northwards through Beitbridge and Zimbabwe.

Itinerary

Day 01

Pretoria

After checking in at Rovos Rail's Station in Pretoria, you depart on your train journey at 09:30 am with the train traveling in a northerly direction.

Lunch is served in the dining cars. Travel through Warmbaths (Bela-Bela) – so named for its mineral waters – and Nylstroom, christened by the Voortrekkers as the source of the Nile River as the town’s river happened to be north flowing. Pass the edge of the escarpment where the Highveld drops precipitously.

Enjoy afternoon tea and dinner as the train travels to Mafikeng for Botswana border formalities and overnight. Dinner is served as the train crosses the Limpopo River to Beitbridge.

Day 02

At Leisure on Board

Today is at leisure. Breakfast and lunch are served as the train travels towards Bulawayo: the second city of Zimbabwe, capital of Matabeleland, and industrial capital of the country. Dinner is served in the dining cars en route to Mpopoma for overnight.

Day 03

Hwange National Park

Breakfast is served as the train departs Mpopoma. Lunch is then enjoyed while traveling along the eastern edge of Hwange Park along one of Africa’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114 km.

You arrive at Kennedy Siding for a game drive at The Hide in Hwange National Park. Dinner is served in the dining cars en route to Thompsons Junction for the overnight stop.

Day 04

Journey ends in Victoria Falls

Breakfast this morning is enjoyed while traveling towards the Zambezi River. You arrive at journey’s end in Victoria Falls at 10 am. You will disembark the train and continue with your onward travel arrangements.

The complete package

Everything included.

Stay

Rovos Rail

3 Nights in 5-star in Pullman Suite
All meals, all alcoholic and other Beverages (excluding French Champagne), room service

Experiences

Rovos Rail

Excursions accompanied by a qualified guide (where applicable)

The same as booking direct

Rates and dates.

Per person sharing for the complete package. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 30 Sept 2027

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Shoulder

1 Oct 2025 – 30 Sept 2026

R 57 600

per person

International flights excluded

Shoulder

1 Oct 2026 – 30 Sept 2027

R 66 500

per person

International flights excluded

The rate is for the complete package, per person sharing. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your specialist.

Your specialist for this itinerary

Cearl Marney

Safari Specialist - Southern Africa

Knows 4 Day Victoria Falls Rovos Rail Journey backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.

With Jolene and Keith across the team.

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