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Safari, Kruger National Park

The Blue Train – Pretoria to Kruger National Park

3 day Luxury Rail Journey – from £2319

A luxury rail safari aboard the elegant Blue Train, travelling from South Africa’s grand capital of Pretoria to the world famous Kruger National Park.

Highlights:
  • Experience the ever-changing scenery of South Africa’s landscapes
  • Encounter wildlife on morning and afternoon game drives in Kruger National Park
  • Indulge in a bush breakfast amidst the splendor of the Kruger wilderness
  • Immerse yourself in culture with a Boma dinner and traditional experiences
  • Enjoy first-class service and exquisite dining aboard the luxurious Blue Train

Your Itinerary

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You can customise this itinerary by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.

The Blue Train

Day 1 – Pretoria to Kruger National Park

Your journey begins with check-in at the Blue Train VIP Lounge at Pretoria Station, where you…

Your journey begins with check-in at the Blue Train VIP Lounge at Pretoria Station, where you can enjoy drinks and refreshments, before being shown to your suite.

The Blue Train departs at 13:00, gliding through the picturesque scenery of Mpumulanga Province towards Kruger National Park. Prise yourself away from the window to explore the train’s facilities and meet your fellow travellers.

    Five course gourmet lunch, high tea and dinner, all served on board
The Blue Train
Safari, Kruger National Park

Day 2 – Kruger National Park

After a restful sleep, arrive at Numbi Station, close to the border of Kruger National Park. Disembark…

After a restful sleep, arrive at Numbi Station, close to the border of Kruger National Park.

Disembark the train for an early morning game drive into the park. Your expert guide will seek out a fantastic variety of wildlife, including the ‘Big Five’. Enjoy a bush breakfast at an exclusive location, before returning to the train by a different route, so you can see more of the park.

Enjoy a gourmet lunch on board the Blue Train, before heading back into the park for a sunset game drive and a wonderful boma dinner and cultural display at Nkambeni Safari Camp.

    Bush breakfast, five course gourmet lunch on board, boma dinner and cultural experience
Safari, Kruger National Park
Blue Train elephant on game drive

Day 3 – Kruger National Park to Pretoria

After travelling overnight, enjoy breakfast in the dining car and the last few hours in your…

After travelling overnight, enjoy breakfast in the dining car and the last few hours in your elegant surrounding, before arriving back in Pretoria at approximately 10:00.

    Breakfast
Blue Train elephant on game drive

Your Itinerary

You can customise this itinerary by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.

Day 1

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Pretoria to Kruger National Park

Your journey begins with check-in at the Blue Train VIP Lounge at Pretoria Station, where you can enjoy drinks and refreshments, before being shown to your suite.

The Blue Train departs at 13:00, gliding through the picturesque scenery of Mpumulanga Province towards Kruger National Park. Prise yourself away from the window to explore the train’s facilities and meet your fellow travellers.

    Five course gourmet lunch, high tea and dinner, all served on board
The Blue Train

Day 2

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Kruger National Park

After a restful sleep, arrive at Numbi Station, close to the border of Kruger National Park.

Disembark the train for an early morning game drive into the park. Your expert guide will seek out a fantastic variety of wildlife, including the ‘Big Five’. Enjoy a bush breakfast at an exclusive location, before returning to the train by a different route, so you can see more of the park.

Enjoy a gourmet lunch on board the Blue Train, before heading back into the park for a sunset game drive and a wonderful boma dinner and cultural display at Nkambeni Safari Camp.

    Bush breakfast, five course gourmet lunch on board, boma dinner and cultural experience
Safari, Kruger National Park

Day 3

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Kruger National Park to Pretoria

After travelling overnight, enjoy breakfast in the dining car and the last few hours in your elegant surrounding, before arriving back in Pretoria at approximately 10:00.

    Breakfast
Blue Train elephant on game drive

This Rail Experience Includes

2 nights on board in your choice of Deluxe or Luxury Suite
All meals, on board the train and in the park
Sunrise and sunset games drives in Kruger National Park

Flights & More

With FREEDOM, you can book your The Blue Train – Pretoria to Kruger National Park luxury rail journey and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.

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The Blue Train – Pretoria to Kruger National Park

3 day Luxury Rail Journey – from £2319

Prices are per person based on two people sharing a cabin. Depending on rail traffic, this journey may need to re-route.