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An unusual travel company has started running a safari with a twist by inviting guests to wear their evening best as they survey the wildlife.

The Rovos Rail Safari Train takes passengers through South Africa to admire the landscape and nature - in serious style.

Instead of the usual walking boots and khaki shorts, visitors are asked to dress for dinner in cocktail dresses or jackets and ties.

Safari with a twist: South Africa's Rovos Rail Safari Train takes passengers through the countryside to admire the landscape

As well as the stunning vistas, there are plenty of wild animals to be spotted, such as antelope (pictured) 

Instead of the usual walking boots and khaki shorts, visitors are asked to dress for dinner in cocktail dresses or jackets and ties

Reminiscent of a bygone era, there is also a smoking lounge where gadgets (including TVs and radios) are banned

The vintage train boasts a dining car, a smoking lounge and private suites for holidaymakers.

Further, in the spirit of a bygone era, there are no radios or televisions on board and passengers are asked to keep their gadgets in their rooms.

A team of chefs cater to the every whim of guests and a gong heralds the start of lunch and dinner on the railway extravaganza.

Put down your iPhone! The rail company encourages guests to talk to each other and admire the scenery instead of typing on their phones

A team of chefs cater to the every whim of guests and a gong heralds the start of lunch and dinner on the railway extravaganza

Journeys vary in length and cost - with some as short as a three-day mini-break to long-haul trips through South Africa and Namibia

Dressed to the nines! It's all about glamour on board, so guests are encouraged to wear their evening best in common areas

The steam train usually departs from its own historic, private station in Capital Park, Pretoria with tours starting at £870

And after leaving the historic private station in Capital Park, Pretoria where the train is pulled by steam, they trail through the South African countryside.

Journeys of several days length are available, depending on the route. 

Tours start from £870 and range up to a deluxe travel through South Africa and Namibia costing £5,700.