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Shongololo Express began operations in 1995 to provide a very special touring experience for visitors to Southern Africa. A fully serviced travelling hotel train, where like-minded people from all over the World meet; Shongololo is a journey like no other. Additionally, the train travels at night, which means you awake each morning to a new and exciting view. Safari trains offer unbeatable value for money as well as comfort; with special safari vehicles on board, unloaded at each destination for day tours. No more packing and unpacking, with Shongololo your hotel travels with you.
Check-in at Rovos Rail Station, before being taken on a full day tour of Pretoria and Soweto. Return to the train where tea will be served in the lounge and observation car. Depart for Nelspruit for the overnight stop. (D)
Enjoy breakfast before being transferred to Leopard Creek/White River/Nelspruit Golf Club for tee off. Alternatively, you will be taken on a full day tour of Pilgrim’s Rest, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and God’s Window. Return to the train. Enjoy dinner as it departs for Malelane. (B, D)
After breakfast before teeing off at Leopard Creek/White River/Nelspruit Golf Club. Otherwise, enjoy a full day of game viewing in Kruger Park. Return to the train. Enjoy dinner as it departs for Mpaka. (B, D)
This morning you will enjoy a game at Nkonyeni. Visit Ngwenya Glass, Mbabane and Manzini. Return to the train in the early afternoon before tea is served. Depart at Golela for border formalities. (B, D)
Early morning and afternoon game drives in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park. Board train and depart for Empangeni. (B, D)
Enjoy a tour of the World Heritage listed St Lucia Wetland Park. (B, D)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Durban Country Club for tee off. Alternatively, disembark in Durban for a cultural visit to PheZulu Safari Village and uShaka Marine World. Return to the train before tea is served. (B, D)
This morning you will be transferred to Champagne Sports for tee off. You will also have the opportunity to explore the Siege Museum and Wagon Hill on a battlefields tour. Return to the train in the afternoon where tea will be served before the train departs for Kroonstad. (B, D)
Enjoy a tour of Bloemfontein including the Women’s Memorial, Anglo Boer Museum and Oliewenhuis Art Museum (time permitting). Return to the train for dinner and depart for Kimberley. (B, D)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Kimberley Golf Club or enjoy a Kimberley tour. Visit the Big Hole, Diamond Museum and McGregor Museum. Return to the train in the afternoon. (B, D)
Enjoy a walking tour of Graaff Reinet. (B, L, D)
Today you will be transferred to Fancourt/Ernie Else Oubaai for tee off. Otherwise, enjoy a tour of the Cango Caves and an ostrich farm. Drive through the Outeniqua Pass before enjoying dinner at Fancourt. (B, D)
This morning you will be transferred to Fancourt/Ernie Els Oubaai. Alternatively, enjoy a drive to Knysna and board a lagoon ferry to Featherbed Nature Reserve. There is also the option to enjoy some shopping. Return to the train where dinner will be served in the dining cars. (B, D)
After breakfast, you will be driven the scenic route to Hermanus (160km). Golfers also have the option to play at Arabella before returning to the train. (B, D)
Enjoy breakfast before arriving at Cape Town Statin. Upon arrival, you will taken on a full day tour of Cape Town. Return to the station to collect your luggage. This marks the end of your journey. (B)
*Prices pp twin share. Single supplement applies. Terms and conditions apply. Please contact African Travel Specialists for full details.
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