Search for the Big Five on game drives in the Kruger region, explore the historic city of Pretoria and experience the timeless elegance of Rovos Rail as you journey through the heart of the continent, with excursions into magnificent Matobo and Hwange National Parks along the way.
Your adventure culminates at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, where you’ll marvel at one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, cruise along the Zambezi River and experience the warmth and traditions of Zimbabwean culture.
Our Kruger & Rovos Rail Escape tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.
Step aboard the luxurious Rovos Rail for an unforgettable journey through the spectacular landscapes of southern Africa. Relax in beautifully appointed vintage carriages, enjoying elegant dining and attentive service as the scenery unfolds outside. Experience the romance and nostalgia of one of the world's great rail journeys.
Venture into the heart of Zimbabwe’s largest national park, where vast wilderness and abundant wildlife await. Watch for huge herds of elephants and other iconic species, with the chance to spot predators including lions, leopards and African wild dogs. With its network of wildlife-rich waterholes, Hwange offers superb opportunities for close-up game viewing.
Marvel at the immense power and beauty of Victoria Falls, one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders. Explore the surrounding rainforest and scenic viewpoints, taking in the famous spray rising from the Zambezi River. Discover why the falls are known locally as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’, meaning ‘The Smoke That Thunders’.
Admire the striking granite boulders and rolling hills that characterise the unique landscape of Matobo National Park. Keep your eyes peeled for rhino as you explore this beautiful wilderness, while discovering its fascinating ancient rock art and cultural heritage. The park’s dramatic scenery and sense of history make it a particularly memorable part of your Zimbabwe adventure.
Brave, unruly and a skilled horseman, the gaucho (cowboy) is a folk hero across much of southern South America. Spend the day on a traditional estancia (ranch) set on the Pampas, Argentina’s vast plains, and learn all about this celebrated figure, historically and in the present day.
Affectionately known as the 'Pride of Africa', the Edwardian-style Rovos Rail reflects the timeless grace and high romance of African exploration in a bygone era, setting the scene for the truly unique journey that lies ahead. Step aboard the vintage wood-panelled coaches and sit back as some of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows.
The wildlife of the Galapagos Islands is unique, incredible and unusual. These animals, like giant tortoises, marine iguanas, flightless cormorants and much more, you’ll find nowhere else in the world; completely unfazed by human presence, you get to observe them up close in their natural habitats.
Explore the vast wilderness of Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife destinations. Set out on game drives in search of the Big Five, alongside giraffe, zebra, hippos and an abundance of birdlife. Soak up the sights and sounds of the African bush as you experience this incredible wildlife haven.
Enjoy a shared dinner cruise along the mighty Zambezi River as the sun sets over the water, painting the sky in spectacular colours. Keep watch for wildlife along the riverbanks, with the chance to spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants and a variety of birdlife.
Fly overnight and arrive in Johannesburg the following day. Upon arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to the Kruger region. On arrival, continue to your hotel, check in and settle into your surroundings.
Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Kruger region, heading out early in an open safari vehicle. Return to your hotel for lunch before a second afternoon game drive in search of the region’s abundant wildlife.
Continue your safari adventure with morning and afternoon game drives, exploring more of the Kruger region with your experienced guide.
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Kruger before flying back to Johannesburg and continuing to Pretoria. Your lunch will be packed today.
Explore Pretoria on an orientation tour, visiting the Union Buildings and Voortrekker Monument, before boarding the elegant Rovos Rail in the late afternoon. Enjoy a formal dinner on board as your rail adventure begins.
Enjoy a full day aboard Rovos Rail, relaxing in the observation car and watching the changing southern African scenery pass by.
Travel through baobab country before an afternoon excursion to Matobo National Park, where you’ll discover ancient rock art and bushmen caves. Visit the grave of Cecil John Rhodes before returning to the train.
Travel along one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line alongside Hwange National Park. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in the park, home to an impressive variety of wildlife.
Arrive in Victoria Falls and check in to your hotel before enjoying a relaxing afternoon at leisure. Later, cruise along the Zambezi River and enjoy a shared dinner cruise experience, keeping watch for hippos, crocodiles, birds and possibly elephants.
Visit the magnificent Victoria Falls with your guide before enjoying lunch at Dusty Roads, a traditional Zimbabwean restaurant in Chinotimba township. Spend the afternoon at leisure before a farewell boma dinner featuring local cuisine, dance and interactive drumming.
Depending on your flight time, transfer to the airport for your onward overnight flight home.
All of our tour departures include international flights and taxes in the price unless a land only option is selected
We have a selection of dedicated departures for solo travellers. These departures feature a maximum group size of 18 and exclusive benefits including a single room throughout your tour, complimentary return airport transfers (within 50km radius of major Australian airports) and a cocktail on arrival at your destination. Travellers from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne also receive a complimentary Australian airport lounge pass for use prior to departure.
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All of our tours offer a single room supplement, which means you’ll have a room to yourself throughout your chosen tour. Continue the check-out process for the applicable supplement.
On most tours, you can choose our 'Happy to Share' option, which may enable you to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance.
If you are booking on a Dedicated Solo departure, a single room is already included in the price and there are no additional single supplements to pay.
With our flight inclusive option, we'll do the planning for you and meet you on arrival.
We include airport pickup upon arrival at your destination and drop off at the end of your tour (on the scheduled tour arrival and departure days) and when booking pre or post tour accommodation with us.
We partner with established and reputable airlines for your international flights.
We can assist with upgrading your seat to premium or business class for an additional cost.
Our team will work with you to choose your ideal routing and if we make changes to your tour itinerary that impact flights, we’ll rebook them for you.
Our On-Tour Support Team is available to provide advice about how to handle flight changes.
