Once the British left East Africa and returned many of the colonial States back to self rule, a plethora of altruistic activities sprung forth, and one such spectacular location is Dar es Saalam, Tanzania. This West African nation has been a tourist paradise, and a destination in which many travelers come back time and time again.

If this is the first vacation to Dar es Saalam then it would be wise to have an itinerary in place. One of the best ways to enjoy a trip through beautiful South Africa is to hop aboard the Roves’ Rail. This train is one of the most luxurious ones in the entire world. It departs from Cape Town and winds its way through safari-type terrain, and will leave the traveler breathless with its beauty. Guests that board this beautifully restored train will feel like the great explorer Livingston did when he first set eyes on the continent of Africa.

The Roves’ Rail Itinerary

Hopping aboard the rails is a wonderful way to see South Africa, and to see it firsthand for oneself. As the train starts to roll out of the Cape Town Station, the traveler starts to immediately see the real Africa. There is a stop at the famous Kruger National Park, with an overnight stay at the wonderful Victoria Falls Hotel, which is right across from the lovely Victoria Falls. The view is simply astonishing. Upon entering Dar es Saalam and the port of Tanzania, the journey will end, but the memories will never cease. 

Friday

11:00 Cape Town Station
18:00 Arrive at Matjiesfontein. Time to explore the Victorian village before dinner and overstay on Roves’ Rail.

Saturday

13:00 Arrive Kimberly. Lunch at the Kimberly Club and a quick trip to The Big Hole and Diamond Museum.
17:20 Depart Kimberly with a quick dinner, before laying it down for the night on the train. 

Sunday

11:30 Arrive in Pertora. Spend the day visiting the wonderful Pertoran. Landmarks such as the Victoria Hotel. Return to train for nighttime activities.
18:00 Depart Victoria.

Monday

11:00 Arrive at Hoedspruit for a day’s stay at the private game lodge. This includes hunting, fishing and other sportsman activities.

Tuesday

A visit to the Hoedspruit Wild Dog and Cheetah project, which will definitely have the interest and the attention of all.
18:00 Depart Hoedspruit.

Wednesday

01:00 Arrive in Cadoona and continue on throughout Mazinga. to the Port of Dar es Saalam, while eating breakfast on the train.
10:00 Arrive at Hazarra Station Dar es Saalam, Tanzania

Thursday

18:00 Arrive in Cape Town Station.
This concludes the wonderful Dar es Saalam itinerary.