15D14N Rovos Rail Copper Trail
Cross four countries on Rovos Rail’s Copper Trail, a remarkable journey from Victoria Falls to Angola’s Atlantic coast. Follow historic railway corridors through Zambia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Angola, combining attentive service on board with a three-night wildlife lodge stay in South Luangwa National Park. The programme also visits copper-mining landscapes and towns along the Benguela railway before finishing in Lobito.
Journey Highlights
- Cross the Victoria Falls Bridge from Zimbabwe into Zambia
- Take a Kafue River cruise and visit a Lusaka elephant sanctuary
- Spend three nights at a South Luangwa safari lodge with game drives
- Learn about the copper and cobalt region of the DRC
- Discover Luau, Luena, Kuito and Huambo on the approach to Lobito
Good to know
- Suite availability: Departure dates are published Sedunia Travel departures matched to at least one available cabin in the 30 October 2026 Rovos Rail inventory report. Cabin availability must be reconfirmed when a booking is requested.
- Prices: Per person sharing, one way, in MYR. Additional services beyond the listed inclusions are excluded.
- 2027 departures: July 5
- 2028 departures: July 3
- Check-in: At least 90 minutes before the 16:00 departure, at Victoria Falls Hotel, Mallet Drive, Zimbabwe.
- Arrival: 10:00 at Central Station, Avenue Craveiro Lopes, Lobito, Angola.
- South Luangwa: The three nights in South Luangwa are off the train, with charter flights included. No guided Victoria Falls sightseeing is included before departure.
- Visas: Visa requirements must be checked individually for Zimbabwe, Zambia, the DRC and Angola.
- Reservations: A provisional supplier reservation may be held for up to 14 days, subject to availability. Rovos Rail requests a 25% deposit and full payment 60 days before departure for individual bookings.
- Cancellation insurance: Cancellation insurance is compulsory. Sedunia Travel booking and cancellation terms may differ from the supplier terms and will be advised at quotation stage.
- Passports and visas: Passports should carry at least five blank visa pages and remain valid for six months beyond the return-home date. Required visas must be arranged in advance.
- Times: Rovos Rail itineraries and times are approximate. Avoid same-day time-sensitive onward connections.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Victoria Falls | Departure into Zambia
Check in at Victoria Falls Hotel before the afternoon departure. The train crosses the Victoria Falls Bridge into Zambia and continues towards Choma, with afternoon tea and formal dinner on board.
Day 2 Kafue River | Bridge and River Cruise
Enjoy the scenery as the train crosses the Kafue Railway Bridge. Later, embark on a scheduled river cruise on the Kafue River, with drinks included, before returning to the train for dinner.
Day 3 Lusaka | Elephant Conservation
Visit an elephant sanctuary in Lusaka that rescues and rehabilitates orphaned elephants. Rejoin the train and continue through Zambia’s Central Province towards Ndola.
Day 4 South Luangwa | Wildlife Lodge Arrival
Travel by chartered flight from Ndola to South Luangwa National Park. Transfer to the safari lodge for a three-night stay, enjoy lunch and head out on an afternoon wildlife drive.
Day 5 South Luangwa | Morning and Afternoon Safaris
Begin with a morning game drive, followed by brunch and time at leisure at the lodge. An afternoon game drive offers another opportunity to experience the Luangwa Valley’s wildlife.
Day 6 South Luangwa | Further Wildlife Encounters
Spend another day exploring the park on morning and afternoon game drives. Meals and overnight accommodation are provided at the lodge.
Day 7 Return to Rail | Into the DRC
Fly back by charter aircraft to Ndola and rejoin the train. Continue towards the border at Sakania, complete immigration formalities and travel on to Lubumbashi.
Day 8 Lubumbashi | A City on the Copperbelt
Enjoy a drive through Lubumbashi before the train resumes its route through mining country. Observe the passing landscape near Luishia, an old open-pit copper and cobalt mine.
Day 9 Copper Mine | Industrial Heritage
Visit a copper mine in an area renowned for significant copper and cobalt resources. Lunch is arranged at Katebi Lodge before returning to the train.
Day 10 At Leisure | Crossing Central Africa
A full day on board to appreciate the landscapes and social spaces of the train as it travels towards Dilolo. Dinner is accompanied by an Africa theme or smart-casual dress option.
Day 11 Luau | Arrival in Angola
Cross the border from the DRC into Angola. Subject to time, enjoy a short walking tour of Luau at the beginning of the Benguela railway line before continuing towards Luena.
Day 12 Luena | Angola’s Recent History
Take a guided walking tour of Luena to learn about Angola’s recent history. Return to the train for lunch and the onward journey to Kuito.
Day 13 Kuito | Historical Heartland
Explore Kuito on foot, a town in the historical heart of the Ovimbundu kingdom. Continue by rail towards Huambo.
Day 14 Huambo | Central Highlands
Enjoy a tour of Huambo, one of Angola’s principal highland cities, before the train continues towards Cubal. A 1920s-themed or smart-casual dinner is scheduled for the evening.
Day 15 Lobito | Atlantic Coast Arrival
Enjoy breakfast on board before arriving at Lobito Central Station at approximately 10:00, concluding the Copper Trail.
What's included
Included
- Rovos Rail suite accommodation and the scheduled three-night South Luangwa lodge stay
- All meals and included beverages on board; room service and limited laundry
- Chartered flights between Ndola and South Luangwa as specified in the itinerary
- Scheduled game drives and guided excursions, with entrance fees as per the itinerary
- An onboard doctor, historian and lecture programme
- Lodge meals, standard bar drinks, guided excursions and laundry in the off-train accommodation
- Applicable government taxes
Not included
- Flights to the starting point and from Lobito, plus pre- and post-tour transfers and hotels
- Visas, travel insurance, gratuities and personal expenses
- International sparkling wine and beverages outside the onboard selection
- Premium wines, Champagne and spirits at the off-train lodge
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