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Desert Express Railway

Travel between Windhoek and Swakopmund (or visa versa) in comfort and style aboard Namibia’s own luxury train. The Desert Express has been winding through the Namib Desert since April 1998 and has played host to a number of celebrities and dignitaries in the short time that it has been in operation.

The train's schedule is as follows:

WINDHOEK – SWAKOPMUND Check in at Windhoek Station Departure from Windhoek Station Arrival at Okapuka Game Ranch for lion feeding Departure from Okapuka Game Ranch Dinner in Welwitschia Restaurant Breakfast Arrival at Rand Rifles for dune excursion Departure from Rand Rifles Arrival at Swakopmund Station	WINTER 14h00 14h30 15h30 17h00 19h00 07h00 08h15 09h17 10h00	SUMMER 15h00 15h30 16h30 18h00 19h00 07h00 08h15 09h17 10h00
SWAKOPMUND – WINDHOEK Check in at Swakopmund Hotel Departure from Swakopmund Station Arrival at Stingbank for Kahn Valley excursion Departure from Khan Valley Dinner in Welwitschia Restaurant Breakfast Arrival at Okapuka Game Ranch for Departure from Okapuka Game Ranch Arrival at Windhoek Station	Winter and Summer 13h30 14h00 16h30 18h00 19h00 07h00 08h00 09h15 10h30

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True African Style

To gain the true African style, the train is decorated in burned amber leather upholstery, rich golden and red woods and animal motifs taken from the surrounding area.

All 24 sleeper compartments are fully air-conditioned and have en-suite facilities. The compartments convert into a private lounge during the day and can accommodate up to three passengers each.Although it is possible, we do not recommend more than 2 people per compartment for comfort’s sake.

The onboard Welwitschia Restaurant is renowned for it’s selection of indigenous dished such as Oryx (Gemsbok), Ostrich and Namibia’s famous seafood. These gastronomic delights are complimented by a selection of fine South African wines. Guests can relax in The Spitzkoppe Lounge and enjoy full bar service. This includes a number of speciality cocktails.

There are also conference facilities on board for small gatherings and this room can also be used for private functions.

A three-course dinner as well as breakfast is included in the rates, along with both an evening and morning excursion.