Since its inception in 1989, Rovos Rail has built an international reputation for providing truly world class travel experiences. A variety of personalized train journeys range from 48 hours to weeks. Rovos Rail combines some of the most beautiful travel destinations on the continent. With a variety of off-train excursions, and / or some of the finest golfing experiences.
Hop on the old wood panelled coaches, sit back and relax. As some of the most diverse scenery imaginable unfolds behind the windows. With discreet and friendly service, first class cuisine, and a selection of the best South African wines, Rovos Rail is a reminder of a simpler and more elegant era. That embraces the timeless grace and great romance of African exploration; a fine example of Africa’s luxury trains.
The beautifully converted trains carry a maximum of 72 passengers in 36 high quality suites. They are also available for charter hire; while the Events Train offers space for up to 250 guests and is only suitable for day trips.
Each train has accommodation carriages, dining cars, a lounge car with ±26 seats; a small gift shop, a smoking lounge with ±11 seats; and an observation car with ±32 seats and an open-air balcony.
Accommodation on the luxury train; Rovos Rail
All the suites offer passengers the opportunity to travel in privacy, comfort and luxury. With fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard. The wood panelled rebuilt sleeper coaches, remodelled and refurbished to mint condition, offer every modern convenience and comfort. In the en-suite bathrooms, original fittings combine with the modern technology of hot showers, flushing toilets, hairdryers, and shaver plugs. The Royal Suite also has a small Victorian bath.
Suites all have a writing surface and a personal safe for valuables. There is also a bar fridge; filled with beverages of the passengers’ choice and room service is available 24 hours a day. There is adequate storage and small cupboards with hangers and shelves. Suite layouts may differ from images.
The Pullman Suites have a comfortable sofa seat during the day; with a conversion to double or twin beds (bunk) for the evening. They also have an en-suite bathroom with a shower. These suites are ideal for single travelers due to their size.
Pullman in the daytimeRovos Rail Pullman Suite
The Pullman Golds are mostly used on the longer journeys. They accommodate one or two passengers in double or split twin beds and have an en-suite with shower, toilet and basin. The Split Twin is the preferable setup between the Split Twin and Double Lengthways and will be illustrated at check-in. A dedicated host/ess is always available and services the suites daily. Suite configurations are subject to availability. Suite layouts may differ from images.
Deluxe Suites (±10 sq metres / ±118 sq feet)
The Deluxe Suites accommodate two passengers in either twin or double beds. They have a lounge area and an en-suite bathroom with a shower.
Deluxe Suite
Royal Suites (±16 sq metres / ±172 sq feet)
The Royal Suites, each of which takes up half a carriage, are spacious and elegant. Each has its own private lounge area and full bathroom with a Victorian bath and separate shower. The epitome of luxury with handsome wood panelling and period Edwardian features; the air-conditioned suites accommodate two people offering the option of a side-by-side twin or a spacious double bed.
Royal Suite
Why Travel on Rovos Rail
Take things slowly and reach your destination in style.
Ideal for honeymooners and couples wanting to experience the romance of vintage train journeys.
Impeccable service and cuisine.
We have the following Rovos Rail journeys that begin or end in Pretoria:
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