Christmas
Santa Trains — Umgeni Steam Railway
- Run by Umgeni Steam Railway
- Inchanga Railway Station — Inchanga, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Next: Dec 18–20, 2026
Festive Santa Trains on a heritage steam railway in the Valley of a Thousand Hills, running from Inchanga to Botha's Hill and back.
Updated
Next edition
Dec 18–20, 2026
Santa Trains run 18 to 20 December 2026; other festive departures also run around Christmas and New Year. Check the operator's booking page.
From ZAR 195 (as published by the operator)
About this event
Umgeni Steam Railway runs dedicated Santa Trains on three days in the lead-up to Christmas, with several departures per day from Inchanga station. Trains currently run from Inchanga to Botha's Hill and return to Inchanga without a stop because of ongoing line repairs.
What to expect
Several departures per day on the Santa Train days. The ride runs from Inchanga to Botha's Hill and returns to Inchanga without stopping. Food and drink may be brought on board. A craft market is held at Inchanga on train days.
Practical info
Book through the operator's online booking page. Children under 2 ride free as lap passengers and are not booked a seat. The train is not wheelchair accessible. Pets are not permitted. Food and drink are allowed on board.
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Sources
Dates checked on Oct 28, 2026 from the official site: umgenisteamrailway.com. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.
Official website: umgenisteamrailway.com