Rovos Rail has released two special offers for its Southern Cross and African Trilogy journeys, each combining its renowned luxury rail experience with complimentary hotel stays and immersive off-train excursions.
Southern Cross: Pretoria to Victoria Falls
The 14-night Southern Cross journey takes guests on an 11-night rail adventure from Pretoria to Victoria Falls through South Africa, Eswatini, Mozambique and Zimbabwe, paired with three nights’ complimentary accommodation – two nights at the Palm River Hotel in Victoria Falls and one night at The Capital Menlyn Maine Hotel in Pretoria.
Highlights include game drives in Kruger, Kapama and Hwange; Mozambique’s capital, Maputo; the Great Zimbabwe Monument; a sunset cruise and helicopter flight over Victoria Falls; and an al fresco dinner on the banks of the Zambezi River.
Departures: 8–22 April 2026 and 18 November–2 December 2026.
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African Trilogy: Pretoria to Walvis Bay
The 18-night African Trilogy includes a 15-night rail journey from the lush east coast to Namibia’s Atlantic shores, with free stays at The Strand Hotel in Swakopmund (two nights) and The Capital Menlyn Maine Hotel in Pretoria (one night).
Guests will enjoy safaris in Kruger and Hluhluwe, lodge stays in Etosha and Sossusvlei, the Fish River Canyon, Windhoek, and unique Namibian landscapes. The package also includes a Living Desert Tour and dinners at both The Strand Hotel and The Jetty restaurant.
Departure: 3–21 February 2026.
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Both offers include luxury onboard accommodation, all meals, beverages, guided excursions, transfers and selected flights, with a 25% non-refundable deposit required at booking.


