Luxury Train tip: Also check Rovos Rail Walvis Bay to Pretoria departures (this return journey is usually immediately after the Pretoria to Walvis Bay leg).

Westbound Rovos Rail: Pretoria TO Walvis Bay Prices & Availability

This is an expedition reserved for the discerning traveller. Traverse the starkly beautiful landscapes of the Kalahari and Namib deserts, all from the comfort of your five-star hotel on wheels. The 15-day journey is completely all-inclusive, from your gourmet meals and fine South African wines to the fascinating off-train excursions and overnight lodge stays.

The longer you take to book, the greater the chance of availability drying up. Because this route operates infrequently, it often sells out a year in advance.

Choose Your Suite

Rovos Rail offers three superb suite types. All suites are air-conditioned, feature en-suite bathrooms, and are serviced daily. For a 15-day journey, we highly recommend the Deluxe or Royal suites for the extra lounging space.

The 15-Day Namibia Safari Itinerary Overview

Because this is a major 15-day expedition, we have broken down the itinerary into the key highlight phases of the journey. The train stops at incredible locations including the historic Kimberley diamond mine and the vast Fish River Canyon.

Days 1 - 4: Highveld, Diamonds & The Canyon

• Day 1: Depart the private Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria.
• Day 2: Disembark in Kimberley for a tour of the city, the Diamond Mine Museum, and the Big Hole.
• Day 3: Enjoy a walking tour of Upington and an optional wine tasting.
• Day 4: Cross the border into Namibia. Disembark to view the spectacular Fish River Canyon - the largest canyon in Africa.

Days 5 - 8: Keetmanshoop & The Red Dunes

• Day 5: Visit the Quiver Tree Forest and Giants Playground in Keetmanshoop.
• Day 6: Transfer to a light aircraft (or road transfer) for an overnight stay at a lodge in Sossusvlei.
• Day 7: An early morning excursion into the Namib-Naukluft Park to see the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, and the Sesriem Canyon.
• Day 8: Return to the train in Windhoek (or Mariental) and continue the rail journey.

Days 9 - 13: Windhoek, Cheetahs & Etosha

• Day 9: Enjoy a city tour of Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, followed by an excursion to the Trans-Namib Transport Museum.
• Day 10: Disembark at Otjiwarongo for a visit to the Cheetah Conservation Fund.
• Day 11: Transfer to a lodge in Etosha National Park for an overnight stay and afternoon game drive.
• Day 12: A full day of game viewing in the world-renowned Etosha National Park.
• Day 13: Enjoy a morning game drive before transferring back to the train to continue towards the coast.

Days 14 - 15: The Namib Desert to the Atlantic

• Day 14: The train traverses the starkly beautiful, harsh landscape of the Namib desert. A day of relaxation and indulgence on board.
• Day 15: The train rolls into the coastal town of Walvis Bay, journey's end, where the desert dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean.

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