Victoria Falls by Train
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The elegance of train travel lies in its timeless charm, offering passengers a luxurious journey through scenic landscapes while enjoying refined amenities and attentive service. Traveling back in time on a vintage train excursion offers a captivating experience of elegance and a slower pace, allowing passengers to savor the nostalgic charm of a bygone era.
Fly into Johannesburg, South Africa to begin this bucket-list worthy experience. Spend a few days in Johannesburg shaking off your jetlag. The vibrant city is home to the Apartheid Museum, Maboneng Precinct featuring art, culture, and eclectic dining experiences and the iconic Mandela Bridge, capturing the city's essence and historical significance in one breathtaking panorama.
The train station in Pretoria is a short drive from Johannesburg - board the train and settle in for an extravagant journey.
Photo by Simon Hurry
Johannesburg, South Africa
Photo by Luka Fernandes
Similar to a cruise, gourmet meals and afternoon tea are included in your fare, and your private cabin boasts an en suite bathroom for utmost comfort and privacy. As the train winds through the picturesque African countryside, you'll pass through Mozambique and into Zimbabwe before stopping at Hwange National Park for a unique safari experience in Zimbabwe's largest wildlife area.
Just northwest of Hwange National Park is Victoria falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Victoria Falls was formed over millions of years by the erosive forces of the Zambezi River, gradually carving through the basalt rock to create the vast chasm and stunning waterfall seen today. The geological process involves the river flowing over a resistant basalt plateau, eroding softer rock layers beneath, resulting in the impressive gorge and cascading water that define the falls. This unique geological formation showcases nature's power and the ongoing shaping of landscapes through water erosion.
Photo by Ian Mackey
Hwange National Park
Zimbabwe
At Victoria Falls, you can enjoy a range of thrilling activities, from taking a scenic helicopter flight for panoramic views of the falls to embarking on a sunset cruise along the Zambezi River, complete with wildlife sightings and breathtaking sunsets. For adrenaline seekers, activities like bungee jumping, zip-lining, and white-water rafting offer exhilarating ways to experience the falls and the surrounding natural beauty.
You decide how to get home.
Take the return train back to Pretoria. Continue into Botswana for a safari in the Okavango Delta before flying back to Johannesburg. Or fly from Zimbabwe to Cape Town and explore the Cape of Good Hope and sample the wines South Africa is famous for.
This is the trip of a lifetime with the right balance of elegance and adventure.
Photo by Katsuma Tanaka
Photo by Tanner Marquis
Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe
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