Accommodation (for 72 guests) on board the Rovos Rail is the epitome of luxury with beautiful wood panelling and period Edwardian features. All cabins are equipped with a writing desk and a personal safe. There is also a bar fridge filled with beverages of the customer’s choice & room service is available 24 hours a day. All compartments have several windows allowing for easy viewing of the spectacular African countryside in the comforts of your cabin. The air-conditioned suites are large by normal train standards and can accommodate two people offering the option of twin or spacious double beds. In the en-suite bathrooms, original fittings combine with the modern technology of hot showers, hair dryers and shaver plugs. With intricate décor and sheer luxury, along with the diverse view of the African countryside, this journey is everything you can ask for.
Royal Suites
The Royal Suites, each of which takes up almost half a carriage, are large and stylish, measuring 172 sq feet in size. There are 4 Royal suites, each with its own private lounge area and full bathroom with Victorian bath and a separate shower.
Deluxe Suites
The Deluxe Suites (118 sq feet) - three to a compartment, are large and beautifully appointed. They also accommodate two passengers in either twin or double beds comfortably and have a lounge area and en-suite bathroom with shower. There are 22 deluxe cabins on board the train which guarantee utmost luxury to the passengers.
Pullman Suites
The Pullman Suites (76 sq feet) are the newest suites on board the train and are the simplest of the 3 suite types yet are large enough according to normal train standards. They are equipped with a comfortable sofa-seat during the day which get converted into a double or twin bed in the evening, and also have an en-suite bathroom with shower. There are just 15 Pullman suites which tend to sell out quickly.
The Observation Car seats 32 passengers and is positioned at the rear of the train. At the center of the train there is a non-smoking Lounge Car which seats 26 passengers in comfort.