Dedicated to preserving the heritage of railways in South Africa.
Hop on board of the Umgeni Steam Train, an unforgettable experience of South African Railway history. The Umngeni Steam Train runs on the last Sunday of every month. Trains run through the picturesque Valley of a Thousand Hills between Kloof and Inchanga on the last Sunday of each month, with additional trains during school holidays and for special events, such as Christmas Holiday trains in December. At Inchanga the local Conservancy hosts the Inchanga Community Craft Market whenever the Inchanga Choo-Choo runs.
Contact & Address
- 082 353 6003
- info@umgenisteamrailway.com
- umgenisteamrailway.com
- Old Main Rd, Kloof, 3610
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