Pretoria to Durban

Embark on a luxurious 2-night, 3-day journey aboard Rovos Rail from Pretoria to Durban, blending opulent train travel with rich South African experiences.​ Highlights of the Journey: Nam

Ideal Time Vacation: 3 to 4

Best Time to Visit: September to November

Best Price: $34,000

About Pretoria to Durban

Pretoria to Durban

About Pretoria to Durban

Rovos Rail: Pretoria to Durban – Luxury Rail Journey The Pretoria to Durban route with Rovos Rail is one of South Africa’s most luxurious and scenic train journeys. Known for blending old-world charm with modern comfort, Rovos Rail offers a 3-day, 2-night adventure through breathtaking landscapes, historic sites, and wildlife experiences.   Duration & Departure Schedule Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights Departure: Usually operates a few times a year (mainly during South Africa’s summer/autumn months – January to April, September to December). Departure Point: Rovos Rail Station, Capit

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Pretoria to Durban

Ideal Time for Pretoria to Durban Vacation: 3 to 4

Best Time to Visit Pretoria to Durban Vacation: September to November

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Traveling from Pretoria to Durban aboard the Rovos Rail offers a luxurious and scenic journey through South Africa's diverse landscapes. Here's an overview of the route, duration, and itinerary:​

Route and Duration

  • Route: The train departs from Rovos Rail Stationin Pretoria and travels southeast across the Highveld, passing through regions such as Heidelberg and Balfour, before descending into KwaZulu-Natal and arriving in Durban.

Duration: The journey spans 2 nights and 3 days, covering approximately 800 kilometers. ​

Itinerary Highlights

  • Day 1: Departure from Pretoria

10:00: Depart from Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria

13:00: Lunch is served as the train travels through the goldfields of the Witwatersrand.​

19:30: Formal dinner is served en route to Elandslaagte

Day 2: Nambiti and Spionkop

  • Morning: Early game drive in the Nambiti Conservancy, a 20,000-acre private game reserve home to the Big Five.​

Afternoon: Choice between a game drive in the Spionkop Reserveor a visit to the historic Battlefieldswith a historian. ​

Day 3: Ardmore Ceramics and Arrival in Durban

Morning: Visit to the Ardmore Ceramics Galleryin the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, showcasing unique African ceramics.​

16:00: Arrival at Durban Station, marking the end of the journey. ​

Things Attraction:-

Top Attractions Between Pretoria and Durban

1. Drakensberg Mountains

  • Detour:Slightly off the N3, but worth it.
  • Highlights:
    • Royal Natal National Park (home to Amphitheatre cliffs)
    • Hiking, waterfalls, rock art (San/Bushman)
    • Scenic spots like Cathedral Peak, Giants Castle

2. Midlands Meander (KwaZulu-Natal Midlands)

  • Between Mooi River and Howick
  • Artisans, farms, cheese, wine, and quaint cafés.
  • Peaceful countryside and great for lunch or overnight stays.
  • Don’t miss:
    • Howick Falls
    • Nelson Mandela Capture Site(iconic sculpture + museum)

3. Nambiti Private Game Reserve

  • Near Ladysmith (off the N3)
  • Big Five game viewing, luxury lodges
  • Less crowded than Kruger or Pilanesberg

4. Battlefields Route (Optional Detour)

  • Near Dundee, if you’re into history
  • Sites of famous Anglo-Zulu and Anglo-Boer battles (like Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift)

5. Montrose (Stop for Views)

  • Scenic N3 rest stop between Harrismith and Estcourt
  • Great views of the valley and the Drakensberg foothills

6. Pietermaritzburg

  • Historical capital of KwaZulu-Natal
  • Victorian buildings, museums, and botanical gardens

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