Rovos Rail
Experience the extravagant elegance of rail travel on the most luxurious train in the world.
Rovos Rail's unique train safaris through the heart of Africa combine some of the most magnificent scenery with the glamour and excitement of the golden age of rail travel.
Since its establishment in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world-class travel experiences.
The Train
The train with its wonderfully restored carriages offers accommodation for up to 72 guests in 36 beautifully appointed suites. The sleeper coaches contain the most spacious train suites in the world, offering every modern convenience and comfort. The epitome of luxury, with handsome wood-panelling and period Edwardian features, the air-conditioned suites accommodate two people offering the option of twin or spacious double beds.
Three suite configurations are offered - Royal Suites, Deluxe suites and Pullman Suites.
- Royal Suites (16m2) - two to a carriage, spacious and elegant. Each has its own private lounge area and full bathroom with Victorian bath and separate shower.
- Deluxe Suites (11m2) - three to a carriage, also accommodate two passengers in either twin or double beds and have a lounge area and en-suite bathroom with shower.
- Pullman Suites (7m2) - five to a carriage, are equipped with a comfortable sofa-seat during the day with a conversion to double or twin beds for the evening, and also have an en-suite bathroom with shower.
The very spacious suites offer passengers the opportunity to travel in privacy, comfort and luxury, with fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard. All are equipped with 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.
Cuisine & Service
An enthusiastic team of chefs is responsible for overseeing the very important task of ensuring guests' every need is catered for. There's an accent on fresh local ingredients and traditional dishes such as game are a specialty. Every morning there is a full breakfast with dishes cooked to order as well as a tempting breakfast buffet.
For lunch and dinner there is a starter and a choice of fish, meat or vegetarian dishes followed by a delicious dessert, and meals are complemented by a selection of excellent South African wines. All meals are served in one sitting only in the charming Victorian atmosphere of the dining cars. Many of the passengers aboard the Pride of Africa enjoy the formality of fine china, crisp linen and silver, and dress accordingly.