Rovos Rail – Pride of Africa. From Cape Town to Dar Es Salaam
12http://www.transsiberian-travel.com/more-train-journeys/rovos-rail.html Since its establishment in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an …
📅 Last updated: 02.01.2026
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
💬 How much does the Rovos Rail Cape Town to Dar es Salaam journey cost?
Fares for this 15-day luxury train safari start from around $13,000 per person. The price is all-inclusive, covering accommodation, meals, drinks, and off-train excursions throughout the epic journey.
💬 What is the itinerary for the Rovos Rail Pride of Africa trip?
The iconic journey travels from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam over 15 days. Key highlights include Kimberley’s diamond mines, the wildlife of Madikwe Game Reserve, Victoria Falls, and a scenic traverse of the Tanzanian landscape before arriving at the Indian Ocean.
💬 What is the difference between Rovos Rail and the Blue Train?
Rovos Rail offers longer, expedition-style journeys like the multi-country Cape Town to Dar es Salaam route, with a more classic, vintage atmosphere. The Blue Train typically focuses on shorter, premium routes within South Africa, such as Pretoria to Cape Town, with a more modern-luxury feel.
💬 What amenities are included on the Rovos Rail train?
The train features spacious suite accommodations with en-suite bathrooms, elegant dining cars serving gourmet meals, a lounge car, and an observation car with open-air balcony. All meals, fine wines, spirits, and curated off-train excursions are also included in the fare.
