Travel Wizards and Excapades Tours is proud to partner with Rovos Rail, the most luxurious
train in the world, offering you one of the most complete travel
experiences. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a bygone era,
as you experience the magic and mystery of Africa in a relaxed and
elegant fashion. Train travel takes on a whole new meaning when you
are on board Rovos Rail.
Step aboard the wood-paneled coaches, remodeled and refurbished
to mint condition. Air-conditioned suites accommodate two people
offering the option of twin or spacious double beds. Period
Edwardian furnishings include writing surface, a personal safe, a
bar fridge filled with beverages of the passengers’ choice, and
24-hour room service. In the en-suite bathrooms original fittings
combine with modern technology of hot showers, hair dryers and
shaver plugs.
On board accommodations are offered in 3 categories. The Royal Suites, each of which take up half a
carriage, are spacious and elegant, measuring 16 sq meters in size
(172 sq ft). Each has its own private lounge area and full bathroom
with Victorian bath and separate shower. The Deluxe suites (11 sq meters/118 sq feet) also
accommodate two passengers in either twin or double beds and have a
lounge area and en-suite bathroom with shower. A third level of
accommodation, the Pullman suite is 7
square meters (76 sq ft) in size and while it includes the identical
bathroom to that of the deluxe suites, the bedroom is smaller with a
one up one down bunk for twin requirements or a double bed for
couples. During the day this can be converted into a comfortable
couch.
Enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury as some of the most varied
scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows. 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. Unlike many of the great trains of the world, travelers
are on Rovos Rail for several days at a time and require a much
wider selection of meals An enthusiastic team of chefs is
responsible for overseeing the very important task of ensuring
guests every need is catered for, while considerable thought and
meticulous planning goes into making up the menus.. There's an
accent on fresh local ingredients, and traditional dishes such as
game are a specialty. Meals are complemented by a selection of
excellent South African wines.
Welcome aboard Rovos Rail, ‘The Most Luxurious Train in the
World’!
