The African Explorer Private Train

The Best Way to Experience Africa

Expert Service

Travel in style and with peace of mind—you’re in expert hands. As one of the world’s premier rail tour operators, we handle the details so you can focus on enjoying the wonders around you. With expert tour guides, a doctor on board, laundry service and much more, we combine adventure and comfort to create the journey of a lifetime.

Amazing Sights

Experience the immense beauty of Southern Africa on an epic railroad journey, where the beauty of the wide-open savanna is at your fingertips. From otherworldly Namibian deserts to lush forests, the African Explorer private train is your key to adventure. There is simply no better way to experience the wonders of Africa.

Flavors of Africa

Enjoy a wide range of regional delicacies prepared fresh by our chefs and served up in well-appointed dining cars. Have a glass of world-class South African wine in the bar car—the perfect place to chat with new friends. Take in the fresh African air from an outdoor observation platform or relax inside the air-conditioned lounge car taking in amazing views through panoramic windows.

African Explorer Train Compartments

Choose between two categories of sleeping compartments.
Enjoy the highest standards of safety, service and comfort.

Elephant

There are five railroad cars in the Elephant category, comprised of five compartments each.

Each sleeping compartment in the Elephant category measures approximately 75 sq ft/7 sq m and accommodates two guests in either two single beds or a double bed.

● Private bathroom with shower
● Windows that open, equipped with blinds and sunshades
● Individually adjustable air-conditioning
● 220/230V electricity sockets
● Safe
● Closet
● Bedside cabinets
● Hairdryer
● Towels and complimentary toiletries
● Complimentary bottle of water per day

Leopard

There are five cars in the Leopard category, comprised of three compartments each.

The more spacious Leopard category sleeping compartments measure approximately 107 sq ft/10 sq m and accommodate two guests in either two single beds or a double bed.

● Private bathroom with shower
● Windows that open, equipped with blinds and sunshades
● Individually adjustable air-conditioning
● 220/230V electricity sockets
● Safe
● Closet
● Bedside cabinets
● Hairdryer
● Towels and complimentary toiletries
● Complimentary bottle of water per day

Food and Drink

The two air-conditioned restaurant cars of the African Explorer serve African and European culinary specialties. Dinners, which are served in three courses, are always a special highlight. In the bar car, you can relax with a cool Windhoek lager or one of South Africa’s famous wines, listen to presentations given by your tour guide, enjoy a good read or have a stimulating conversation with your fellow travelers.

The Star Attraction

If the African Explorer is a hotel on wheels, then the open observation platform of the cozy lounge car is a rolling porch. A paradise for photographers and nature lovers alike—the uninterrupted views of the wilderness facilitate not only sightings of rare animals, but also makes it easy to take amazing photos. There are no annoying reflections or streaks that love to show up in photos taken through windows, instead it’s just a direct connection to nature so that your journey becomes a true safari on rails.

Features

All compartments feature 220/230V power outlets, a small safe, hand towels and clothes hangers. Beds are made daily by train staff. Windows in all compartments can be opened. Blinds and sun blinds are available.

Laundry Service and On Board Doctor

Casual clothing is common on board, and you do not need formal wear for this trip. Laundry service is available throughout the train journey. And just in case, there is also a doctor on board for the entire journey.