Pretoria to Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe
The mighty Zambezi River offers exceptional scenery and activities!This landlocked country in central-southern Africa is blessed with fertile soils, mineral wealth and wonderful scenery. Two major rivers form its northern and southern boundaries: the great Zambezi River cuts along its northern frontier to form the border with Zambia, while the languid Limpopo forms the southern border with South Africa. The Zambezi is a mighty river with an exceptional variety of wonderful scenery and activities, coupled with superb National Parks that harbor immense herds and great game viewing as well as one of the word's natural wonders — Victoria Falls.

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Schedule: 2 days & 2 nights
Departs Pretoria Thurs at 08h00 to arrive Victoria Falls Sat at 09h00.
Departs Victoria Falls Mon at 10h00 to arrive Pretoria Wed at 09h30.
Pretoria to Victoria Falls
Between Pretoria and Victoria Falls, grassy plains roll into dense bush as the Blue Train journeys deeper into the heart of Africa. Stopping in Bulawayo for a few hours, guests can explore this old colonial town on the banks of the Matsheumlope River, one of the Zambezi's tributaries. From here, the journey continues towards the mysterious hills of the Matobo.

Matobo Hills: Steeped in history and myth and the countless battles fought here, these hills are described as a "moonscape of endless granite humpbacks." The most spectacular section is the Matobo Hills National Park where guests can enjoy nature and wildlife, caves of bushman paintings, and visit the grave of Cecil John Rhodes. 

The spray or smoke from the Falls can be seen from 50 miles away.The Blue Train then journeys towards the thundering Victoria Falls, named after Queen Victoria by British explorer David Livingstone in 1855. Known in Zimbabwe as Mosi-oa-Tunya —"the smoke that thunders"— the Falls plunge almost 1476 feet in a sheer drop. In good rainfall periods, the spray or "smoke" from the Falls may be seen from 50 miles away.


Attractions: For some, to witness the greatest mass of falling water on earth as it plunges down a sheer rock face spraying silver mist hundreds of meters into the air, is reward enough for journeying to this magical place along the mighty Zambezi. For the thrill seekers whose adventurous spirit is stirred by this thunderous waterfall, you have white water rafting, canoeing, abseiling, gorge swings, bungee jumping, elephant back safaris, and much more to choose from!

Accommodation & Tours
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, tour the Falls and craft village, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, and much more!
Victoria Falls to Hwange Game Reserve
On the return trip from Victoria Falls, the Blue Train stops at Hwange Game Reserve for spectacular game viewing in one of Africa's most abundant wildlife regions. Hwange is home to some of Southern Africa's last great elephant, buffalo and sable herds. This wild area offers Zimbabwe's best summer game viewing,  where animals have no restrictions and can migrate to and fro.
QUOTATION

Let us put together an itinerary based on your preferences, time-frame and budget. You can ride a train one way and return by air, and include "add-on" excursions. Contact us about your rail wishes and add-on plans, and we will work out an itinerary including air transportation at special rates.
 


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