Rovos Rail South African Golf Safari
Africa’s Premium Luxury Train
Nine nights, 2,100km, and a journey unlike any other — teeing off across South Africa’s northeast while the Big Five roam close by. From the hills of the Pilanesberg to the legendary Kruger Park, with battlefields, botanical gardens and a dram of whisky along the way, this is safari and golf, beautifully intertwined.
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Itinerary Overview
Fairways, Big Five, and Everything in Between
Golf and safari rarely share the same itinerary, but for nine unforgettable nights across 2,100km of South Africa’s northeastern reaches, they do.
This journey is designed to delight both the most discerning golfer and the non-playing companion in equal measure, weaving championship greens with game drives, mountain battlefields with Zulu heritage, and artisan workshops with a wee dram of whisky.
Departing Pretoria, the journey heads first to the hills of the Pilanesberg and Sun City, before crossing the Highveld grasslands to Spionkop — gateway to mountains, bushveld, birdlife and storied battlefields.
From there, the scenic Valley of a Thousand Hills leads to Durban, with time to explore the city, its botanical gardens, and the artistry of local candle-makers.
The safari continues at Hluhluwe, one of South Africa’s oldest game reserves, and the legendary Kruger Park at Malelane, with an excursion into the Kingdom of eSwatini. A final stop in Dullstroom brings arts, crafts, fly-fishing lore and whisky tastings, before the journey draws to a close back in Pretoria.
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Itinerary Overview
- Drakensberg Mountains escarpment
- Dullstroom Visit
- Durban tour
- Durban Botanic Gardens tour
- Traverse Eswatini
- Play the Golf Safari courses
- Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park game drive
- Introduction to Flyfishing
- Kruger Park game drive
- Visit the Lost City
- Mantenga Cultural Village visit
- Pilanesberg Reserve game drive
- Pretoria
- Hear the historic tale of Spionkop
- Spionkop nature drive
- Swazi Candles visit
- Trundle through the Valley of a 1000 Hills
Meals On Board
(unless adjusted): Breakfast 07:00-10:00 • Lunch 13:00 • Tea 16:30 • Dinner 19:30
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Accommodation Options On Rovos Rail
Vintage carriages combine with modern luxuries in three suite types available in double or twin: Royal ±16m2 (two per carriage), Deluxe ±10m2 (three per carriage) and Pullman/Pullman Gold ±7m2 (five per carriage).
ROYAL SUITES ±16m² • ±172ft²
Featuring classic wood panelling, period charm and modern conveniences, these coaches offer a refined and comfortable ride. Each Royal Suite spans half a carriage and includes its own private sitting area, along with an ensuite bathroom fitted with a Victorian-style bathtub, a separate shower, toilet and basin. Suites are designed for one or two guests, with a choice of double or twin bed arrangements. Every mattress is reversible, offering a plush side and a firmer side — guests will find the softer side facing up by default, though this can be switched upon request. Pillows are filled with faux-down microfiber and wrapped in a cotton down-proof cover. Double beds are dressed with fitted sheets and blankets during the day, with single duvets provided for the evening. A personal host or hostess is on hand throughout the journey and attends to each suite daily. Please note that suite availability may vary, and actual layouts could differ slightly from those pictured.
Classic Wooden Style
These wood-panelled coaches blend classic period character with the conveniences of modern travel. Suites are designed for one or two guests, with a choice of double or twin bed configurations. Each comes with its own ensuite bathroom, space for suitcase storage, compact cupboards fitted with hangers and shelving, bed linen, toiletries, robes and slippers, a hairdryer, a shaver socket and a USB charging point. Every mattress is reversible, offering a plush side and a firmer side — guests will find the softer side facing up by default, though this can be switched upon request. Pillows are filled with faux-down microfiber and wrapped in a cotton down-proof cover. Double beds are dressed with fitted sheets and blankets during the day, with single duvets provided for the evening. A personal host or hostess is on hand throughout the journey and attends to each suite daily. For further information on onboard life, including amenities, travelling with children, currency, excursions, laundry, luggage, medical matters, mobility and more...
Price Includes
Price Excludes
All other beverages; international sparkling wine; gratuities;
personal expenses; visas; travel insurance; pre- and post-tour transfers, accommodation and flights.
Why African Signature
Curated Destinations
The Right Place We don’t do "everywhere." We focus on the corners of Africa where the fences are down and the wildlife is still truly wild. From the floodplains of the Zambezi to the dry pans of the Kalahari, we only send you to regions where the land is vast enough to get lost in and the sightings are worth the journey.
Tailored Experiences
The Ground Level Safari isn't just about sitting in a vehicle. It’s about the crunch of grass under your boots on a walking safari, the silent glide of a boat through a reed bed, or the patience of sitting at a waterhole for three hours. We design your days around the rhythm of the animals, not the schedule of a hotel.
Sustainable Stewardship
The Real Impact Travel here has to mean something. We partner with people who are actually on the front lines—the ones running anti-poaching units, protecting habitat, and ensuring local communities see the value in keeping these lions and elephants alive. Your trip is what keeps those boots on the ground.
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Travel Insurance
Protect your investment and don’t forget Travel Insurance! This is mandatory for all our bookings.
In addition to trip cancellation and interruption, most travel insurance plans include coverage for trip delay, missed connection, lost or delayed baggage, medical expenses, and emergency evacuation with repatriation of remains. 24-hour assistance services are included to help the traveller with things such as emergency medical assistance, lost baggage tracking, emergency cash transfer, emergency or last-minute travel arrangements, assistance with replacing lost travel documents and much more.
Why Buy a Travel Insurance Plan? Because Travel Mishaps Occur Every Day! No matter how hard you try, there are some things you just can’t plan for:
If a family member gets sick. If your baggage is lost. If your trip is delayed. Your passport is lost or stolen. If the weather prevents your travel. You need to see a doctor for a sudden injury – your health insurance may not be valid overseas, and medical evacuations can be really expensive. If you miss a flight connection (- e.g. only 80% of US flights arrive on time) You don’t want to lose all your money if you have to cancel your trip. Sometimes, even expert travellers need a little help.
Whilst we will provide you with a Temporary Membership to the Flying Doctor’s Emergency Evacuation scheme in Tanzania, this has to have a corresponding international insurance to cover hospital and emergency cover when you land at the nearest available medical facility.
Please be sure that the travel insurance that you have is right for you!
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