South Africa

Rovos African Golf Safari

From R91,200

Per Person Sharing

Valid

11 February 2024 - 30 October 2024

Travel outside of these dates may be subject to supplements and increases

9 Nights All Inclusive For Golf & Leisure travellers!

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Since its establishment in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world-class travel experiences. Join the nine-day Golf Safari travelling the northeastern reaches of South Africa that will entertain the most discerning golfers with a delightful itinerary for non-playing guests. Travel from Pretoria to Sun City* in the hills of the Pilanesberg for game viewing. Cross the spectacular Drakensberg Mountains to Spionkop*, the perfect base for exploring the mountains, bush, birds and battlefields of the region. Traverse the scenic Valley of a Thousand Hills to Durban* for a tour of the city and botanical gardens. The game viewing continues at Hluhluwe in Zululand (one of the oldest reserves in the country), Mkhaya* (Swaziland’s refuge for endangered species) and the world-famous Kruger Park in Malelane*, after which this memorable journey ends in Pretoria.

*Course selection is dependent on availability: Sun City Gary Player/Lost City, Champagne Sports Resort, Durban Country Club/Beachwood/Zimbali, Royal Swazi, Leopard Creek/White River/Nelspruit.

We have the itinerary details for both golfers as well as non-golfers available upon request.    Details of all the golf courses are also available upon request.  The golfers’ itinerary is pre booked so non-golfer additions are not accepted.  Excursions may be changed according to schedule achieved. Times are approximate and cannot be guaranteed.  Please check with us for updates or changes to the itinerary.  In your suite you will find the Journeys magazine that features articles of interest related to the route.

We also have a variet of other Rovos itineraries in 2023/2024 dates available to book!

Inclusions

  • 9 Nights’ accommodation on board the Rovos Rail in a Pullman Suite (3 set departures: 15 Feb, 13 Sep, 23 Oct 2023)

  • Meals

  • All alcoholic and other beverages

  • 24-hour full room service and limited laundry while on board the train

  • Excursions as per the itinerary, accompanied by a qualified tour guide (where applicable)

  • Government tax

  • Golf activities:

    • Green fees

    • Carts

    • Halfway house and beverages

Exclusions

  • Staff gratuities

  • French Champagne

  • Souvenirs

  • Pre and post hotel accommodation

  • Pre and post transfers

  • Flights and related taxes (Ask us - we can arrange this!)

  • Travel insurance (Highly recommended!)

  • All items of a personal nature

  • Anything not mentioned

    • Golf course Highlights

    GOLF COURSES: Leopard Creek/White River/Nelspruit, Durban Country Club/Beachwood/Zimbali, Champagne Sports Resort and Sun City Lost City
    Pretoria – Jacaranda City
    Pilanesberg Mountain Range
    The Lost City at Sun City
    Durban
    Spionkop battlefield lecture
    Drakensberg Mountain Range
    Hluhluwe Game Reserve
    Mkhaya Game Reserve
    Swaziland
    Kruger Park game drive

    Day 1

  • 10h00 Check-in at Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria for departure at 10h00.

  • Lunch and dinner are served as the train traverses the Highveld to the Drakensberg Mountains.

  • (Breakfast 07h00-10h00 • Lunch 13h00 • Tea 16h30 • Dinner 19h30)

    • Day 2

  • Golfers: Morning tee off at Lost City or Gary Player Country Club.

  • Leisure guests: Morning game drive in Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Explore the Lost City followed by lunch at the club.

  • Dinner on board en route to Heidelberg.

    • Day 3

  • All meals enjoyed on board en route to Estcourt via Ladysmith. Day at leisure on the train.

    • Day 4

  • Golfers: Morning tee off at Champagne Sports Resort.

  • Leisure guests: Morning lecture about the Spionkop battlefield with lunch at Spionkop Lodge followed by a game drive OR relax at lodge.

  • Dinner en route to Durban.

    • Day 5

  • Golfers: Morning tee off at Durban Country Club/Beachwood/Zimbali.

  • Leisure guests: Morning tour of Durban, a visit to the botanical gardens and a coastal lunch.

  • Dinner en route to Hluhluwe.

    • Day 6

  • Morning game drive in the Hluhluwe Game Reserve.

  • Dinner en route to Mpaka, Swaziland.

    • Day 7

  • Golfers: Morning tee off at the Royal Swazi Sun.

  • Leisure guests: Morning game drive in Mkhaya Reserve. Visit Swazi Candles and Mantenga Cultural Village with shopping.

  • Dinner en route to Malelane, South Africa.

    • Day 8

  • Golfers: Morning tee off at Leopard Creek/White River/Nelspruit.

  • Leisure guests: Morning game drive in the Kruger Park with lunch and shopping.

  • Dinner en route to Witbank.

    • Day 9

  • 07h00 Enjoy breakfast as the train departs for Pretoria.

  • 10h00 Arrive at journey’s end at Rovos Rail Station.

    • Terms and Conditions

  • Conditions and validities apply.

  • This offer is subject to availability

  • Prices may change due to seasonal and exchange rate fluctuations

  • Visas may be necessary and Insurance is essential


  • Accommodation is per person sharing, unless otherwise specified

  • Errors and omissions in this offer are excepted

  • Subject to IGO Travel's general Conditions of Business

  • Excludes high season/school holidays, block out dates may apply

    • Why we like it

    This safari travels the northeastern reaches of South Africa and will entertain the most discerning golfers with a delightful itinerary for non-playing guests. Travel from Pretoria to Sun City* in the hills of the Pilanesberg for game viewing. Cross the spectacular Drakensberg Mountains to Spionkop*, the perfect base for exploring the mountains, bush, birds and battlefields of the region. Traverse the scenic Valley of a Thousand Hills to Durban* for a tour of the city and botanical gardens. Interact with artisans as they create highly decorative and geometric-shaped candles. The game viewing continues at Hluhluwe in Zululand (one of the oldest reserves in the country) and the world-famous Kruger Park in Malelane* with a visit to the Kingdom of eSwatini*. See Dullstoom’s* arts and crafts and enjoy a presentation on flyfishing and an introduction to whisky after which this memorable journey ends in Pretoria.