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General Information: Conceived and built by Namibia's leading engineers and designers, Desert Express has been winding through beautiful Namibia since 03 April 1998, when it was officially launched by the President of Namibia, Dr Sam Nujoma.
Reflecting unique colours and textures, this train was unmistakeably born in Africa. Burnt amber upholstery, rich golden-red woods and animal motifs are just a few ways to tastefully echo the landscape through which you travel. In November 1994, TransNamib Rail Transport commenced a project whereby old passenger coaches were reconstructed and upgraded into more comfortable coaches. The project was undertaken by the staff of TransNamib's rail workshop in Windhoek, with the first of these "Starline" coaches being commissionedon 13 July 1995. These coaches are, however, used for regular train services. The board of TransNamib approved the proposal for a luxury tourist train in 1995. Here it was also decided that the train was to be called "Desert Express". The work was carried out in TransNamib Rail's Windhoek workshop.
Desert Express differs from other tourist trains in that it is highly modern, featuring all the conveniences and luxury a traveller could ask for, while maintaining friendly Namibian hospitality and excellent service. Other trains that run in the Southern African region are generally "antique trains" that have been refurbished.

Facilities: There are 24 fully air-conditioned compartments, in 4 sleeper coaches (named Kokerboom, Meerkat, Springbok and Oryx), each with its own en-suite facilities. Each compartment converts to a private lounge during the day and can accommodate up to three passengers.Sit back and enjoy the view in our Stardune Bistro, or admire the Namibian night skies in the Starview Coach.

Included: The above rates include accommodation, all meals as indicated and transfers. Drinks and items of a personal nature are to be settled direct.

Dress Code: The dress code on board Desert Express is smart casual. No shorts or sandals are allowed in the dining room.

Beverages & Entertainment Entertainment offered on board Desert Express include games, nature videos, cards etc. All beverages and curios will be debited to your compartment number. This may be settled either in cash or by credit card – no cheques are accepted.

Bookings and Cancellation:

• Dietary requirements must be made in writing at reservation stage.
• The quoted rate includes VAT, accommodation, meals and excursions. Drinks and other items of a personal nature are to be settled direct.
• 10% non-refundable deposit upon confirmation of booking
• Full payment due 60 days prior to departure.
• Cancellation: Any cancellation of a confirmed and paid booking must be received in writing. The following cancellation charges will apply:
  Up to 30 days prior to departure – 50% of full amount
  15 days prior to departure – 100%
• No refund will be made if for any reason inclusions of the tour cannot be carried out or utilised.

  Payment:

  Payment can be made in the following ways:

  Credit Card
  Bank Deposit - bank deposit fees and currency exchange must be paid by the clients. We will need a faxed copy of the deposit slip.
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