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The Blue Train · Southern Africa

Pretoria–Kruger–Pretoria Safari Journey Luxury Train Itinerary

A circular safari departure from Pretoria with published game-drive and bush-dining components in the Kruger region.

Email us your preferred dates, traveler count and cabin priorities. We will check the most appropriate departure and prepare a considered proposal.

3 days / 2 nights Journey lengthSouthern Africa RegionSafari · Wildlife · Formal dining Travel style28 July 2026 Last reviewed
Giraffes crossing railway tracks in an African savanna landscape
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Published route
Pretoria Numbi Kruger region Pretoria

Published journey map

Pretoria–Kruger–Pretoria Safari Journey circular journey map.

Numbered markers follow the published itinerary sequence. Use this geographic overview to understand the shape of the journey before our specialists confirm the exact departure and operating details.

Geographic overview of the published Pretoria–Kruger–Pretoria Safari Journey route: Pretoria to Numbi to Kruger region to Pretoria
  1. 1Pretoria
  2. 2Numbi
  3. 3Kruger region
  4. 4Pretoria

Map note: This is a geographic route overview, not a precise track diagram. Rail paths, operating stops, excursions and timings can change; we will verify the current itinerary before booking.

Journey overview

Pretoria–Kruger–Pretoria Safari Journey at a glance.

A circular safari departure from Pretoria with published game-drive and bush-dining components in the Kruger region.

This journey is most rewarding when the route, cabin and wider travel arrangements are planned together. Our travel specialists can compare the direction of travel, touring pace and accommodation options, then coordinate suitable hotels or private transfers around the rail experience.

Operating season: Selected safari departures; reconfirm operation

Published route, stage by stage

Route stage 1

Pretoria

The published journey begins in or around Pretoria. Exact check-in, station and transfer instructions are supplied with the final travel documents.

Route stage 2

Numbi

Numbi is identified on the published route. The precise timing, touring content and method of transfer can vary by departure and must be confirmed.

Route stage 3

Kruger region

Kruger region is identified on the published route. The precise timing, touring content and method of transfer can vary by departure and must be confirmed.

Route stage 4

Pretoria

The published route concludes in or around Pretoria. Allow a sensible buffer before any onward flight or independently booked connection.

Typically included

  • Accommodation or reserved seating in the published service category
  • Dining and programmed experiences stated in the confirmed itinerary
  • Operator-planned touring and transfers where specifically listed

Usually additional

  • Flights and services before or after the published rail journey unless confirmed
  • Travel insurance, visas, personal purchases and optional upgrades
  • Anything not identified as included in the final operator confirmation

Important planning note

Train paths, stops, excursions and timings can change because luxury trains operate across national rail networks and depend on local access. Your final confirmation and travel documents govern the booked journey. Contact us before arranging non-refundable flights or independent connections.

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Dates, cabin and complete journey

Ask us to plan Pretoria–Kruger–Pretoria Safari Journey.

We will check the current operating dates, cabin choices, inclusions and sensible arrangements around the train.

Private luxury-rail planning

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Tell us the train, destination, preferred dates, number of travelers and the style of cabin you have in mind. Our travel specialists will review the most suitable published journey and reply with the practical details needed to plan with confidence.