Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls Journeys & Victoria Falls to Lobito Luxury Train Tours

The Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls and Victoria Falls to Lobito routes compose one of the most epic and remarkable continent traversing rail journeys available worldwide. Known as โ€˜The Copper Trailโ€™, this itinerary links Angolaโ€™s Benguela Railway, the DRCโ€™s Copperbelt, Zambiaโ€™s Luangwa Valley and the mighty Falls of Victoria. Crossing four countries and vastly contrasting landscapes, this Lobito to Victoria Falls luxury tour is a refined expedition characterised by it’s ambitious length and unforgettable itinerary – available in both directions, as ‘The Rovos Copper Trail’, or as part of extended or collection journeys.

Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls Along the Rovos Copper Trail

The Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls journey starts on the shore’s of the Atlantic coast in Lobito, tracing The Copper Trail through Angolaโ€™s highland towns and through the industrial heart of the DRC. Guests visit the Kolwezi copper mine, stroll Lubumbashiโ€™s colonial avenues, cruise the Kafue River and experience game drives in South Luangwaโ€™s wilderness. This Lobito to Victoria Falls luxury tour is a unique blend of frontier landscapes and polished service, meticulously curated with the signature attention to detail one can expect from Rovos Rail Angola.

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Rovos Rail from Lobito to Victoria Falls Copper Trail Tours

Below you can see the Copper trail tours Lobito to Vic Falls and the reverse Vic Falls to Lobito. Just click on any tour to open up our comprehensive PDF trip dossier. This document includes all you need to know about that tour including dates and prices and a day by day itinerary. Contact us for availability and to book. These trips fill up far in advance.

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We booked the Copper Trail train journey through The Luxury Train Travel Company. The process was smooth and well-managed, with helpful communication throughout it. The journey itself was fascinating, showcasing remote landscapes rarely seen and all in such comfort which was a bit surreal!
Clara & John Bennett
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Rovos Railโ€™s Angola trip was unlike anything Iโ€™ve done before. Booked via Luxury Train Travel Company, who handled everything efficiently including the procurement of the visas. The route offered slow-moving charm and great service from the dedicated staff on board.
Jamal Okoye
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An unusual but very worthwhile journey through parts of Africa less explored – quite unique really as you would be unlikely to cover the same route by any other means. The train was comfortable, the pacing relaxed, and the landscapes often sublimely beautiful.
Sofia Lindstrรถm
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Rovos Rail Victoria To Lobito Luxury Train Cabins โ€“ Cross Continental Elegance

On either direction of the Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls route, each cabin – Royal, Deluxe or Pullman Gold – is an en-suite haven of polished wood, vintage fittings and modern comfort. This Lobito luxury train journey see’s travellers span the continent in serene luxury with the luxury train Angola to Victoria Falls experience anchored by timeless elegance on the Rovos Rail Copper Trail or any other tour that features the route.

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Rovos Rail deluxe Suite bedroom and seating area
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Rovos Rail Pullman Suite viewed from the corridor
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Inside the Rovos Victoria Falls to Lobito Rail Experience

Below are some images that bring the Rovos experience to life. We feel the train really is the destination for these trips – the off trains tours are a bonus!

Rovos Rail Copper Trail Signature Itinerary Highlights

Whether you travel Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Lobito or in reverse, each departure on The Copper Trail includes: a cruise on the Kafue River, wildlife lodges in South Luangwa, cultural walks in Luena, Huambo and Lubumbashi. The route traverses the historic Benguela Railway Angola, includes adventure down the Copper Trail Angola corridor and ends either with a seaside arrival at Lobito or an awe striking culmination at the spray-kissed cliffs of Victoria Falls – with Rovos Railโ€™s signature elegance a constant presence throughout.

Rovos Rail Copper Trail Gourmet Dining & Heritage Elegance

Even in the wildest reaches of Angola or Zambia, the Rovos Rail Copper Trail delivers consistency. This Lobito luxury train journey features candlelit meals on crisp linens, vintage tableware and attentive service. Border crossings and remote sidings dot the route outside while the atmosphere remains composed and elegant. On a Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls route, dining is less performance, more privilege – an unhurried pleasure throughout every moment of the luxury train Angola to Victoria Falls journey.

The Rovos Copper Trail โ€“ Crossing Africaโ€™s Forgotten Frontiers

From Angolaโ€™s Atlantic coast to the edge of Victoria Falls, The Copper Trail spans four countries and emerges travellers in landscapes few tourists ever see. This is Rovos Rail Angola at its most adventurous – linking colonial cities, ancient railroads and wildlife reserves in a way no overland or fly-in safari can. With only a few annual departures, The Copper Trail Angola on a Rovos Victoria Falls to Lobito tour is exclusive access few will ever get, curated with Rovos Lobito finesse.

Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls or Rovos Copper Trail Journeys Enquiry Assistance

Enquire today about Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls or Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Lobito journeys, including customised multi-leg routes. Our experts will help design your perfect Lobito to Victoria itinerary.

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Popular Rovos Rail Copper Trail FAQs

Yes, the Copper Trail operates in both directions – Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Lobito and Lobito to Victoria Falls – with almost identical inclusions, service levels and pace. This flexibility is perfect for those combining the route with other Africa itineraries or pairing it other Rovos journeys. Whether you start on Angolaโ€™s Atlantic coast or at the gateway to Zimbabweโ€™s famous waterfall, the landscapes, cultural interactions and off-train excursions are the same. Our team can help determine which direction suits your travel plans, especially for those building multi-leg tours or combining the Rovos Rail Angola route with other extensions.

The Rovos Rail Copper Trail is a 15-day, 14-night journey across four countries. Whether you book Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls or the reverse Vic Falls to Lobito, the duration is the same. Approximately 3,500km long, this journey allows for in-depth off-train experiences – game drives, cultural tours, city explorations – without ever feeling rushed. The extended format allows for luxury and reflection, with expertly timed pacing and overnight stops. Itโ€™s one of the longest routes offered by Rovos Rail Angola and one of the few truly cross-border luxury rail adventures left in the the world.

Yes, some select Rovos Rail Angola tours that form part of The Copper Trail Angola include a full, multi-night safari component. Most notably, guests experience a three-night stay in a safari lodge in Zambiaโ€™s South Luangwa National Park, home to elephants, leopards and diverse birdlife. This is not a passing visit, but a proper off-train lodge stay with guided game drives and all meals included. Itโ€™s one of the highlights of the Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls journey and equally featured in the reverse journey. This is the only Rovos route with such an extended wildlife experience mid-journey.

The Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls itinerary is a rare multi-country route across Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zambia and Zimbabwe. The journey starts or ends in Lobito, Angolaโ€™s coastal rail port and passes through places like Kolwezi, Lubumbashi, Lusaka and Livingstone before reaching the Falls. This diverse mix of cultures, climates and terrains – linked by the historic Benguela Railway Angola – makes The Copper Trail one of the most geographically and politically unique luxury train offerings in the world, let alone Africa. Few rail journeys offer such a broad cultural immersion while maintaining such a high level of refinement.

The Rovos Rail Victoria Falls to Lobito journey typically departs in the cooler, drier months between July and September, ideal for game viewing and overland comfort. These dates avoid Angolaโ€™s intense rainy season and allow access to South Luangwaโ€™s peak safari window. Given that Copper Trail Angola departures are limited – often just once or twice per year – early booking is essential. The team at LTTC can help you align your dates with Rovos Railโ€™s release schedule to ensure your seat on this incredible Lobito luxury train journey is secured well in advance.

Unlike more familiar luxury rail routes in South Africa, the Copper Trail traverses Africa’s off-the-beaten-path highlights – from Angolaโ€™s Atlantic coast to the famed falls of Zimbabwe. This is not just a scenic ride; itโ€™s a geopolitical passage linking countries once closed to cross-border travel. Youโ€™ll ride the Benguela Railway, visit copper mines in the DRC, and experience Zambian safari – all encompassed from the refined surrounding of your cabin before even leaving the comfort of the Lobito luxury train for incredible excursions. The Rovos Rail Lobito to Victoria Falls and reverse routes offer an unparalleled combination of cultural, industrial and natural immersion – something no other African rail journey can match.

All Rovos Rail Copper Trail journeys feature luxury accommodation in Pullman, Deluxe or Royal Suites. All meals and drinks onboard are included, as are the guided off-train excursions, safari lodge stays in Zambia (if travelling on the Copper Trail Routes) and all transfers and border arrangements. Whether you book Rovos Rail Angola from Lobito or start in Zimbabwe, you get the same level of service and inclusions. The journey is fully hosted and curated so everything from customs forms to laundry are taken care of. This is the most seamless and immersive way of cross continental travel known to travellers of the African continent.

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Note: Our experts organise journeys covering the full Rovos Rail Pride of Africa departures list.