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African Explorer – Cape Town to Windhoek by Rail

African Explorer Private Charter Train - For an Unforgettable Journey through Africa
African Train Tours
Last MinuteSafari included!
Duration: 14 days
Location: Cape Town, Matjiesfontein, Upington, Fish River Canyon,
    Lüderitz, Namib Naukluft National Park,
     Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek
Price: From only €6810 p.p.Safari included! : From only €6810 p.p.
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  • Southern Africa aboard the ‘African Explorer’ Private Charter Train
    14 Days from Cape Town to Windhoek by luxury rail
    Book 2022 + 2023 now. From only 6,810 EUR per person

    Your African Explorer Private Train

    African Explorer Private Charter Train – For an Unforgettable Journey through Southern Africa

    The African Explorer, as a rolling hotel, offers sleeping compartments in two categories, two air-conditioned restaurant cars, a bar car and a lounge car with panorama windows and an open platform at the end. The tempting three-course dinners are served in one sitting. The bar car, with inexpensive tariff, is open around the clock is ideal for relaxing over a beer or a glass of South African wine and is a popular spot for reading as well as the venue for the fascinating on board talks.

    There is no formal dress code on your private train and smart evening dress is not required. A laundry service is available during the entire trip. Large pieces of luggage can be stowed beneath the berths or on the upper luggage racks. However, since on-board space is limited, we do recommend taking soft bags rather suitcases.  For your comfort and safety a doctor is on board throughout the journey.

    Elephant Class
    The Elephant class sleeping compartments offer a private sh/wc, individually adjustable air-conditioning, 220/230 V sockets, a small safe, towels, a compact wardrobe with clothes hangers, small bedside cabinets, hair dryer, small toiletries and one small bottle of water per person per train day. The windows (equipped with blind and sunshades) can be opened as needed.

    The compartments (approx. 7m²/75 ft²) are equipped with two single berths next to each other or a double berth.
    There are five cars in the Elephant category with five compartments in each.

    Leopard Class
    The Leopard class sleeping compartments offer a private sh/wc, individually adjustable air-conditioning, 220/230 V sockets, a small safe, towels, a compact wardrobe with clothes hangers, small bedside cabinets, hair dryer, small toiletries and one small bottle of water per person per train day. The windows (equipped with blind and sunshades) can be opened as needed.

    The compartments (approx. 10m²/107 ft²) are equipped with two single berths or a double berth.
    There are five cars in the Leopard category with three compartments in each.

  • African Explorer – Private Train Itinerary (14 days)

    Our route in South Africa and Namibia:
    *Cape Town, Matjiesfontein, Upington, Fish River Canyon, Lüderitz, Namib Naukluft National Park, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Windhoek

    African Explorer
    Day 1. Arrival in *Cape Town
    Arrival in Cape Town and transfer to your hotel (1 night). Stroll along the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront or take the cableway to the top of the famous Table Mountain (on request). In the early afternoon city tour through Cape Town – as the sun sets, enjoy the panoramic views across the city from the vantage point of Signal Hill – a truly magnificent sight!
    The evening ends with a special welcome dinner.

    Overnight: The Commodore Hotel (or similar). Meals included: dinner (D).

    Day 2. Departure on the African Explorer

    Your train departs in the early morning. You pass the tunnels of the Hex-River Mountains and later on the mountains of the Big Karoo. Arrival in Matjiesfontain and time to discover this small Victorian city with its famous Lord Milner Hotel where Cecil Rhodes and Edgar Wallace used to stay.
    Enjoy your first evening on board and dinner.

    Overnight on board. Meals included: breakfast (B), lunch (L) and dinner (D).

    Day 3. On board

    A day n board –  travel the whole day through South Africa’s diverse landscapes and enjoy the informative lectures on board.

    Overnight on board. (B,L,D)

    Day 4. Augrabies National Park
    In the afternoon we arrive in Upington and take an excursion to Augrabies National Park with its famous water falls.  In the early evening we return to the train and continue northbound.

    Overnight on board. (B,L,D)

    Day 5. Fish River Canyon
    Arrival in Holoog in the morning. The Fish River Canyon, today’s highlight, is the second largest canyon in the world! Climb aboard one of the air-conditioned buses and enjoy the stunning views. There is also a chance to take a short walk along the canyon’s edge. In the afternoon your train journey continues and you have the chance to attend a Biltong (traditional beef jerky) tasting session.

    Overnight on board. (B,L,D)

    Day 6. Ghost Town
    Morning arrival in Aus station. Today’s programme begins with a bus ride to the ghost town of Kolmanskop, where the first diamonds were found in Namibia in 1908. From here, the harbour town of Lüderitz is a short journey through the Sperrgebiet (the “Restricted Diamond Area”). After crossing the historical Lüderitz peninsula, you reach the next highlight of the day – Diaz Point, set against the backdrop of the dramatic Atlantic waves. Back on board at Aus station, your private train continues on its journey south.

    Overnight on board. (B,D)

    Day 7. Namib Naukluft National Park
    In the morning, arrival in Mariental, where buses will transfer you to your lodges. You will stop in the small village of Maltahöhe for a tasty brunch – complete with delicious freshly baked bread! Overnight: Namib Desert Lodge (or similar). (B,D)

    Day 8. The Highest Sand Dunes in the World
    Early morning is the best time to see the giant dunes of the Namib. Climbing a dune may be quite tough, but the panoramic view from the top over a sea of apricot-coloured sand is reward enough! Open-top vehicles take you the last few kilometres along an unpaved sandy track to the Vlei, a salt-clay sink surrounded by sand dunes. On the way, you may well be fortunate enough to see oryx antelopes and springboks. As the sun sets, enjoy a romantic journey through the stunning desert landscape.

    Overnight: Namib Desert Lodge (or similar). (B,D)

    Day 9. Walvis Bay and Swakopmund
    After breakfast, your air-conditioned buses are waiting to take you to Walvis Bay where, with luck, you can see flocks of flamingos and pelicans. The tour through the Namib Naukluft National Park by bus takes about 5 hours. In Swakopmund your private train awaits you.

    Overnight on board. (B,D)

    Day 10. Spitzkoppe
    In the early morning your train leaves Swakopmund. We make a stop at Usakos for an excursion to the granite peaks known as the “Spitzkoppe”.  A visit to a local school (except in the school holidays) provides an insight into the everyday life of children from the Damara people.
    Back on board, your train continues towards Otjiwarongo.

    Overnight on board. (B,L,D)

    Day 11. Etosha National Park
    Explore the wonders of the Etosha National Park. Your air-conditioned buses cross the entire park – a chance to see elephants, gnus and other wild animals close up on the journey. The Etosha Pan, an extremely flat salt pan, lies at the heart of the National Park. This shimmering “great white place”, as its name says, is the largest salt pan in Africa – and with herds of wild animals passing through, an unforgettable experience!
    This exciting day ends with an overnight stay in a comfortable lodge nearby.

    Overnight: Mokuti Lodge (or similar). (B,D)

    Day 12. On Safari
    In the morning, enjoy an extensive safari drive before carrying on to Otjiwarongo where your private train is waiting for you. Your journey continues to Windhoek.
    In the evening you enjoy an African Braai (BBQ) at the tracks under a marvellous starry sky.

    Overnight on board. (B,D)

    Day 13. Windhoek
    With that proverbial little bit of luck, your journey will be a train safari. This unique route passes through various private game farms where giraffes, antelopes and ostriches are often visible right from the train window! After arrival in Windhoek, we have a city tour which includes the neo-Gothic Christ Church and the Tintenpalast, literally the “Ink Palace”, which houses the Namibian parliament. After that, you will visit the township Katutura and a local market.
    You will be transferred to your hotel (for 1 night) before a farewell dinner will be served in a special restaurant.

    Overnight: AVANI Windhoek Hotel & Casino (or similar). (B,L,D)

    Day 14. Goodbye Namibia
    According to your flights, transfer to the airport for your flight back home. (B)

    African Explorer

    Charter Train Journey Highlights

    • 3.600 km of rail track on the African Explorer private train
    • Cape Town – one of the world’s most beautiful cities
    • Fish River Canyon – the second largest canyon in the world
    • The Namib Desert – UNESCO World Heritage sites: Sossusvlei with the world’s highest dune
    • Bizarre rock formations and lunar landscape in Namib Naukluft National Park
    • Safari tour of Etosha National Park
    • Lüderitz – the first German colonial settlement in the South West Africa
    • Gone with the sand – the Kolmanskop ghost town
    • The high plateau of the Aus Mountains
    • Swakopmund – Imperial German architecture in an African setting
    • Windhoek – Modern city and German roots
    • Namibian specialties and select South African wines

  • Tour Dates 2022 + 2023 (English language)

    CAPETOWN TO WINDHOEK        

    27 OCT – 09 NOV 2022: Price in EUR per person in Twin:
    Elephant Class  €6,810
    Elephant Class SINGLE supplement  On request
    Leopard Class  €8,800 
    Leopard Class SINGLE supplement  On request
    15 – 28 JANUARY 2023: Price in EUR per person in Twin:
    Elephant Class  €7,000
    Elephant Class SINGLE supplement  On request
    Leopard Class  €8,850 
    Leopard Class SINGLE supplement  On request

    N.B Departures in FRENCH language:
    25 Feb – 10 March 2022 from €6,710
    14 -27 October 2022 from €6,810
    17 Feb – 02 March 2023 from €7,000

    The 14 day Tour Price Includes:

    • 8 nights on board the African Explorer private train
    • 1 night in a Windhoek city hotel
    • 1 night in a generously spaced safari lodge at the entrance to Etosha National Park
    • 2 nights in a stylish lodge in the Namib desert
    • 1 night in a premium class hotel in Cape Town
    • Multi-lingual tour director from Windhoek to Cape Town throughout
    • English-speaking tour guide for max. 23 guests from Cape Town to Windhoek
    • Doctor on board
    • All meals as specified in the itinerary
    • Water, tea and coffee with meals
    • Bottled water in your train compartment
    • All excursions and sightseeing including admission fees
    • Excursions and transfers in air-conditioned buses
    • Fascinating series of lectures on sights, history, daily life and culture
    • Extensive information materials
    • Group airport transfers for guests arriving before 1.30 p.m. in Cape Town on day 1 and departing from Windhoek after 5.00 p.m. on day 14 (to be confirmed)
      Private transfers may be booked separately at a supplement

    Not Included In Tour Price

    • Visa fees
    • Gratuities
    • International flights
    • Individual airport transfers: Approx cost: 85 EUR per car (2 pax) in Cape Town and 105 EUR per car (2 pax) in Windhoek (to be confirmed)
    • Alcoholic drinks (wine from R70 per bottle, spirits from R10 per shot, beer from R20)

  • Notes

    • Passport and visa required depending on nationality. Please check with your local consulate.
    • Depending on your country of origin, you may require vaccinations. Malaria tablets and hepatitis A vaccination are recommended. Please consult your doctor
    • Airport Information:
      Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
      Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) 

    Payment terms

    • Non-refundable deposit of 20% is due after the reservation
    • Final payment is due 95 days prior to departure

    Cancellation conditions

    • Up to 95 days prior to departure, loss of deposit
    • 94 to 45 days prior to departure, 60% of total price
    • 44 to 15 days prior to departure, 90% of total price
    • 14 to 0 days prior to departure, 100% of total price

    We regret that due to the intricate logistics of this tour, itinerary changes are sometimes unavoidable.

    Minimum number of tour participants: 50 ; maximum 64

Duration: 14 Days
Location: Cape Town to Windhoek
Price: From €6,810

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