Green Travel..... explore southern Africa by train!
Discover the Rainbow Nation by millipede.... as the indigenous people called the first train when they saw it moving around. As the ever-changing scenery flashes past the windows, you can experience this beautiful part of the world from your comfortable chair.
Soaking up the wonderful vistas, enjoying the great food and award winning wines. This journey of a life time can either be part of your holiday or as a standalone one.
Discover the Rainbow Nation by millipede.... as the indigenous people called the first train when they saw it moving around. As the ever-changing scenery flashes past the windows, you can experience this beautiful part of the world from your comfortable chair.
Soaking up the wonderful vistas, enjoying the great food and award winning wines. This journey of a life time can either be part of your holiday or as a standalone one.
A sensory explosion! See the sights of Cape Town whilst sampling some of the best food and wine South Africa has to offer.
Luxury trains....
winding through Africa.
winding through Africa.
Blue Train - Luxurious Travel
Shongololo Express - Visit 6 Countries
The Shongololo is an adventure tour, so you never know what might happen around the next corner... You will get a glimpse of the people, geography and wildlife off the beaten track. Unpack your bag only once, stay in first class accommodation, sit back and enjoy South Africa in its full with great food and wine. The Shongololo has their own Mercedes Benz touring buses on board for the ‘of track’ sightseeing.
The Blue Train has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. Its very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service .
Copyright Africa Inside Out 2008
Copyright Africa Inside Out 2008
Travel on daily scheduled departures across South Africa by the train, which is named after an African song. Migrant workers who were working along the railway used to sing this song, meaning to push forward, endeavour or strive, it evokes a sense of pride. These days the song Shosholoza is a very popular rallying cry for the South African sports men and their supporters.
Shosoloza Meyl - Daily Departures
Desert Express - Namibia
The Desert Express is Namibia's Unique Rail Experience. As you know, Namibia is renowned for its wide open spaces and superb sunrises and sunsets. The timetable has been specifically designed to coincide with the sunrises and sunsets.
