Nadia Eckhardt: ET Leading the Way on Safari
Jennifer Santoyo, Travel Coordinator
Led by ExpeditionTrips' Africa Specialist, Nadia Eckhardt, these trips are planned at the ideal time of year and feature first-class adventure experiences and accommodations. Join Nadia in 2012 to explore the best of southern Africa--our way!
Southern Africa Our Way (Zambia, Botswana & South Africa)
October 3, 2012 & March 1, 2013 / 14 Days / 2-9 Guests
Experience the best of Botswana, Victoria Falls, and Cape Town with South African native and ExpeditionTrips’ Africa Specialist, Nadia Eckhardt! This trip operating in October 2012 and March 2013, is specifically-designed for first-time travelers to Africa. Enjoy your stay at each extravagant and luxurious lodge that offers access to professional naturalists and rangers. From viewing amazing wildlife on open 4x4 game drives within the Savute region of Chobe, to flying over the impressive Okavango Delta, you will be mesmerized by the wonders of Southern Africa and Nadia's knowledge and passion for Africa!
Namibia Fly-in Safari
October 17, 2012 & March 14, 2013 / 7 Days / 2-9 Guests
Journey on a brilliant and original itinerary created by ExpeditionTrips’ Africa Specialist, Nadia Eckhardt. The Namibia Fly-In Safari has been designed as an extension to the Southern Africa Our Way adventure. Showcasing a diverse environment, this trip is the perfect complement for those wanting a comprehensive Africa experience. Witness the Namib Desert’s Sossusvlei and its remarkable red sand dunes with a qualified naturalist. All the luxurious lodges were selected to have the closest access to the park’s entrance. Go beyond and truly discover wonders of Africa on this well-balanced and remarkable extension!
Zambia and Zimbabwe Safari
June 10, 2012 & June 13, 2013 / 16 Days / 4-9 Guests
The ideal safari for a return trip to Africa! Led by ExpeditionTrips’ Africa Specialist, Nadia Eckhardt, venture off the beaten path and experience a classic and authentic safari through the untamed wilderness. Scheduled for June 2012 and June 2013, expect to see amazing wildlife, such as cheetahs, leopards, lions, hyenas, and wild dogs. Enjoy the luxurious and spacious lodging provided, appreciate the beauties of four national parks full of abundant and spectacular wildlife, and the mighty Victoria Falls!
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About Your Leader:
Nadia Eckhardt, Africa Specialist
Nadia Eckhardt was born in South Africa, and resides in Seattle today, but still calls beautiful Cape Town "home." She spent much of her youth enjoying the outdoors with her family: hiking, swimming, diving, and exploring the southern tip of Africa. After finishing her schooling in Cape Town, she embarked on her first cruise ship and sailed to the Seychelles and Madagascar. Since then Nadia has worked extensively at sea and on land as Cruise Director and Tour Leader, and has traveled to over 140 countries worldwide. She is well-versed in many adventure destinations such as Antarctica, the North Pole, Greenland, and Central and South America. With her extensive knowledge and travel experience on the African continent, Nadia is not only a veteran safari specialist/tour leader but one of the world's best Africa safari planners. Her passion for Africa, together with her expertise and firsthand experience, ensure you will have the African adventure of a lifetime.