Sleeper Trains in South AfricaSouth Africa is privileged to have economy, semi-luxury and luxury sleeper trains travelling on several rail routes to many cities several times a week.
Economy Class (Tourist Class)
These basic overnight train coaches offer 2 and 4 guest fold down beds per compartment and a communal shower bathroom to share on one end of each train car. Bedding and meals are not always available, so bring your own sleeping bag and snacks. This option is also called the Tourist Class for travellers on a tight budget.
More...Semi-Luxury Class (Premier Class)
These semi-luxury overnight train coaches offer air-conditioned compartments, bedding and meals included. Compartments also have SA 3-pin electrical sockets, carpeted floors and a small storage cupboard.
Communal shower bathrooms are available at the end of each train car and are well serviced. This option is also called Premier Class.
More...Luxury Overnight Class (Blue Train)
The Blue Train, awarded both
Africa’s Leading Luxury Train, and previously
The World's Leading Luxury Train by the World Travel Awards, is a train to experience. This overnight 5 star train hotel has been enjoyed by both kings and presidents, and continues to impress.
More...Semi-Luxury Touring Safari Class (Shongololo)
These are train tour safaris of several days at a time. You get to see wildlife, historical sights and the beauty of Africa. There are daily tours to different sights and experiences in tour buses with meals and overnight accommodation usually on-board the train. More...
Luxury Touring Class (Rovos)
"Discover Africa in the wood-panelled, gleaming five-star luxury of a bygone era" LONDON DAILY MAIL. Rovos Rail offers international award winning luxury tour trains, safaris and journeys from 2 to 28 days through South Africa, Southern Africa and even up to Dar Es Salaam or from Cape to Cairo. More...
