The Shongololo Express travels to seven countries on the southern African continent: South Africa, Swaziland, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Zambia. Shongololo operates two Regular 16-Day Adventures, each traversing great stretches of southern Africa, which allows you to experience the wonderful topographic, social, historic, floral and wild-life diversity of these distinctive areas. No matter which African train excursion you choose, you can rest assured that you won’t go home disappointed. The staff members aboard these mobile hotels have been hand-selected for their impeccable service and you can expect your every whim to be catered for. The décor has been chosen to accent, rather than disguise these trains’ historical ambience and catering has been left in the hands of the professionals.

The Shongololo - Southern Cross - 16 days  - Adventure 1
The Southern Cross This 16-day journey travels across six extremely diverse countries. The route has been carefully selected in order to treat passengers to stunning experiences every day. The train travels leisurely between Victoria Falls and Johannesburg making numerous calls at destinations in Mozambique, Swaziland, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. As the tracks unfurl you’ll gain rare insight into the cultural and geographical cocktail that makes Southern Africa such a vibrant and exciting destination.


The Trains each boasts its own bar, dining and luxurious accommodation carriages. As in any hotel, bedding and towels are provided and cabins are serviced daily. Cabins have ample storage space and closets are equipped with both hangers and shelving. All passenger compartments have hand basins and running water. Power is 220v AC and European plug adaptors are provided. In addition, there is an onboard laundry service. Read more about the Services & General Information.

Train-bound safaris are a great option for individuals who would like to combine an African tour with some old-world splendour. Experiences like these hark back to earlier days when living was simple and chivalry was still alive and well. Join us on the Shongololo Express and let us escort you on a journey you will never forget.

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The Shongololo - Good Hope Express - 16 days - Adventure 1
The Good Hope Express This journey offers an amazingly comprehensive view of South Africa, which includes a large assortment of internationally regarded "must see" locations. As the train travels the length and breadth of the country guests can enjoy the great variety of landscapes, shorelines, cultures and lifestyles that the "Rainbow Nation" has to offer.
********************** The Shongololo - Dune Express - 16 days - Southbound
Shongololo's Dune Express Namibia is a country of compelling beauty, abundant sunshine and unconfined space. The wide horizons, the clear unpolluted skies and a population density, which is among the lowest in the world, generate a sense of freedom. This feeling of tranquillity and stillness compliments a landscape, which is singular in its colours, full of contrasts of light and shade. Cape Town is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Its character reflects the cultural melting pot of Indonesian, French, Dutch, British & German settlers, the local Khoisan tribes and the Bantu tribes from the north. The Dune Express Adventure offers a unique combination of the magnificent landscape of Namibia and the splendours of the Cape.

********************** ROVOS RAIL - Rovos Rail Offers Luxury Train Travel
Since its establishment in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world-class travel experiences. Step aboard the wood-panelled coaches - classics remodelled and refurbished to mint condition - and enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury as some of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds just beyond the window.

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BLUE TRAIN - The Legendary Blue Train A Magnificent Way To Travel - South Africa
The Blue Train has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. Its very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service. The two regular routes of The Blue Train take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world.

The Blue Train has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. Its very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service. The two regular routes of The Blue Train take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world. As the ever-changing scenery flashes past the windows, guests can savour exquisite meals freshly prepared on board by top chefs. Our meals are complemented by the best wines South Africa has to offer.

The Suites on The Blue Train live up to its reputation for magnificence and splendour. The finest bed linen, marble tiles and gold fittings in the bathrooms and sheer opulence all ensure that guests will never forget the time they spend on The Blue Train. When you choose to travel on The Blue Train, you choose to travel in a world of grace, elegance and romance.

The Trains ensure that your experience is as reliable and sound as it is luxurious, safety and technical excellence are of paramount importance on The Blue Train. The Blue Train's suspension, braking, lighting and under-floor heating systems have been designed and customised with our guests' comfort as the primary consideration, allowing them to savour the experience of a smooth, pleasurable ride. Every modern convenience, including a telephone service and a choice of digital entertainment channels, serves to make the journey all the more memorable.

********************** The trains and tours run year round with guaranteed departures for two or more passengers. The best times to travel are July - October and December - February for best game-viewing, March through May is a good time for observing calving and traveling in dust free conditions.