Rovos Rail - The Most Luxurious Train in the World

South Africa’s beautiful landscape and varied topography make it an enchanting place to travel by rail. Embark on a tour some of the most beautiful, undiscovered provinces in South Africa, whilst playing some of South Africa’s finest courses along the way.

Rovos Rail offers the discerning traveler the opportunity to savour South Africa’s extraordinary offering from a glorious bygone era of train travel. Traveling aboard restored Edwardian coaches, the Rovos Rail journeys between Pretoria and Sun City, taking in championship golf courses, game viewing at Hluhluwe National Park and even a visit to one of the world's most intriguing and beautiful kingdoms, Swaziland.

Or select the 9-night all-inclusive Rovos Rail Golf Collage and travel in style from Pretoria to Cape Town via Durban, Port Elizabeth and George. This epic luxury journey includes the Kruger National Park and the Leopard Creek Golf Club in Nelspruit, Hluhluwe Game Reserve and the St Lucia wetlands. Glorious scenery, exceptional gastronomy and award-winning wines aboard the romantic Rovos Rail ensure a decadent dining experience. This magnificent tour also takes in Addo Elephant Park and Oudtshoorn, ostrich country, before heading to Fancourt Golf Estate in George. Travel via the splendid scenic Garden Route and end in Cape Town, having experienced a dream vacation on board South Africa’s most luxurious train.

The routes we offer include some of the most stunning and un-discovered provinces in South Africa - Garden Route, Gauteng, Limpopo, North West & Mpumalanga. Highlights include numerous championship golf courses, elephant interaction and sumptuous food & wine.

Golf Courses

We can incorporate a range of different courses on your travels, with the various 8, 9 & 10-night packages offering you a tailor-made service with endless possibilities. Some of the sensational golf courses you can play include Durban Country Club, Gary Player Golf & Country Club and Leopard Creek, all considered to be within South Africa’s top 5 layouts, as well as Fancourt Hotel and Golf Estate with three Gary Player designed golf courses, Champagne Golf Course and the Ernie Els designed Oubaai Golf Course.

Accommodation

There are two types of suites on the train - Deluxe Suites and Royal Suites.

Deluxe Suites measure 11 square metres and have been re-built from wood-panelled sleeper coaches and transform from a relaxing lounge by day to a comfortable bed at night. All Deluxe Suites have a sitting area, private safe, ensuite bathroom and a fully stocked mini bar.

Royal Suites measure 16 square metres and are the most spacious rail cabins in the world. Features include twin or double beds, brass reading lamps, a sitting lounge with two armchairs, personal safe, double wardrobe and ample storage space. The ensuite bathroom features a Victorian claw-foot bathtub, separate shower and heated towel rails to complete your private sanctuary.

Location

The journeys we offer include direct flights into Johannesburg where you will be met by a tour coordinator and taken to Pretoria to board the luxury 5* train.

Depending on the journey you choose, you will cover destinations such as Pilansberg Game Reserve, Durban, Kruger Park, George & Cape Town.

Our view

Rovos Rail offers a truly unique way to experience South Africa, combining world-class golf with luxury rail travel and unforgettable scenery. It’s all about the journey, unhurried, immersive, and incredibly comfortable.

From iconic courses like Leopard Creek and Fancourt to fine dining and exceptional wines on board, every detail is carefully considered. It’s the perfect choice for those looking to elevate a golf holiday into something truly special.