There is something simple yet magical about sitting and watching the elephant-studded savannah soar by as you embark on a South Africa train travel adventure. Whether you are venturing from Pretoria to Cape Town on the renowned Rovos Railway or on the Blue Train to Kruger National Park, the moment you step on board, you can sink into your seat (or armchair in some cases) and soak up the beautiful scenery as the train makes its way through the South African countryside. South Africa train travel will take you to animal-studded safari wonderlands, mouthwatering foodie scenes in bustling cities and even wine-filled districts and hillsides, on a planet-friendly adventure.

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"We were kept in the loop at every stage of our journey and felt supported throughout. Seeing a baby kudu that had just been born was an extraordinary moment, and a real highlight of our time at Kwandwe!"
S - UK
Published on 17th February 2026
"The choice of lodges to stay in were brilliant. The settings were amazing as was the food! We were very well looked after. The guides were great too. So knowledgeable. We saw so much. It was good to have the Concierge always available in the background, though everything was so well organised beforehand we didn't really need to use them."
Jill - Surrey
Published on 11th March 2025
"Our honeymoon was absolutely incredible. The booking process was excellent, our consultant showed a great deal of expertise, listened to what we wanted and reassured us. The wraparound services you provide are superb, the whole honeymoon was easy and relaxed. The Original Travel app is extremely clear, as was the itinerary, and it was really useful and exciting to be able to refer back to this. The Concierges were AMAZING. They were so kind, kept in regular communication and were really helpful with recommendations."
Louise - London
Published on 5th September 2024

Whether you want to spend a couple of weeks touring the great plains and vast winelands that fill South Africa’s landscape, or just want to include a train journey or two in your safari adventure, South Africa train travel is one of the most spectacular ways to explore this magical country. The Rovos Rail is one of the most luxurious means of transport within South Africa, with its vintage armchairs in which to sit and watch the savannah fly by, old school restaurants where guests can enjoy fine dining, and deep Victorian baths in which to rest weary bodies after a day of sightseeing. Sip on some of the regions’ most sumptuous wines while you traverse through verdant meadows, intricately planted vineyards and looming mountains on your way from Pretoria to Cape Town. If you just want a taste of South Africa train travel, then hop aboard the locomotive to Kruger National Park where you can disembark the train and jump into a rumbling 4x4 that will take you on a tour of some of the most spectacular wildlife in South Africa.

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