Looking for something fun to do with the family this weekend? Why not take a trip behind an 85-year-old Steam Engine as we meander along the Valley of 1000 Hills. There are trips this Sunday, June 28, at 9am, 11:30am and 2pm.

This roughly 75-minute trip departs from Inchanga Railway Station, meandering along the rolling hills of KZN, through one of the oldest operating tunnels in South Africa, with the sights of the Valley of 1000 Hills in the distance, before turning around at Botha’s Hill for the return to Inchanga.

Before or after your trip, you can browse the Inchanga Station Craft Market, where there are various treasures for sale, food to suit most tastes, and activities for the whole family.

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Visit the Inchanga Railway Museum situated in the Old Station Master’s House or find Thomas and Friends in the Modeller’s Shed on the platform.

Please ensure you bring cash or use Zapper as there are no card facilities nor ATMS. Please arrive half an hour prior to departure to collect your tickets.

For more information and bookings, visit www.umgenisteamrailway.com

The Umgeni Steam Railway is a proud member of, and supported by, 1000 Hills Community Tourism Organisation.

Umgeni Steam Railway is a volunteer-based organisation which is actively looking for new members. Enthusiasm and love of trains are all that is required – no particular skills are needed.