THE BEST OF SOUTHERN AFRICA LED BY NADIA ECKHARDT

THE BEST OF SOUTHERN AFRICA

LED BY NADIA ECKHARDT

May 24- June 07, 2026

Overview:

Begin your journey in Cape Town, exploring the city’s stunning landscapes and visiting significant Nelson Mandela sites. Next, venture to Greater Kruger National Park for thrilling safaris, where you’ll have the chance to spot Africa’s Big Five. Continue to Southern Sabi Sands for more safari adventures and time in the bush. Then, board a flight to marvel at the majestic Victoria Falls. Your final days can be tailored to your interests, offering a perfect conclusion to your adventure.

Interested in more information? Please contact Africa Easy by calling 1-800-617-2319 or click here to e-mail the Africa Easy Team.

THE BEST OF SOUTHERN AFRICA

LED BY NADIA ECKHARDT

May 24- June 07, 2026

Day-by-day Itinerary:

Day 1 – 24 May – Cape Town

Arrive in  cape town and get ready to explore the city with its trendy and modern old-world style elegance. A short boat cruise away is Robben Island, where you can see the cell Nelson Mandela spent 18 years. Check in to the Victoria and Alfred Hotel.

Day 2 – 25 May – Cape Town

Enjoy a half day city tour of Cape Town that includes Kirstenbosch and Constantia. Take a ride on the Table Mountain aerial cable car.

Day 3 – 26 May – Cape Town

Enjoy a full a full day tour of the Cape Point Tour. The southernmost point of the Table Mountain National Park. See 200-meter towering cliffs lining the Atlantic ocean. The natural vegetation comprises the smallest but richest of the worlds six floral kingdoms.

Day 4 –27 May – Cape Town

Robben Island tour begins at the Clock Tower, also known as the Nelson Mandela Gateway in the V&A Waterfront. The Island was a training and defense station in World War 2 and has also served as a place of banishment, isolation and imprisonment, which became world famous as the prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 18 years. As your ferry arrives at the Island you will be met by a local guide who spent time here during the Apartheid years and will thus be able to give a personal and often moving account of the experience. You will also see the cell where Nelson Mandela spent a large part of his life before taking the ferry back to the Waterfront.

Day 5 – 28 May – Greater Kruger National Park

Journey to the Greater Kruger National Park. With over 2 million hectares of pristine wilderness, the Kruger & biodiversity sustains numerous species of game and birds. This is the real Africa, cut away from the hectic pace of life, home to Africa’s Big 5. Check into Simbavati River Lodge.

Day 6 & 7 – 29 & 30 May – Greater Kruger National Park

Time to go on safari in Timbavati. The Timbavati shares an unfenced border with the Kruger National Park and covers approximately 53,392 hectares. It is home to large herds of buffalo and elephant and is famous for the extremely rare white lions. A typical day on safari starts off with an early morning open vehicle game drive, at a time when the animals are most active. Sunsets then spotlights come out in search of a new range of creatures. For those needing to expend some energy, a guided walking safari is an ideal way to learn about smaller animals and plants.

Day 8 – 31 May – Greater Kruger National Park

Travel to the Nottens Bush Camp and check in. One of the original game lodges in South Africa. Safaris are led by experienced rangers in open-top land cruisers for big game viewing.

Day 9 & 10 – 01 & 02 May – Greater Kruger National Park

Go on Safari in the Southern Sabi Sands. It has a diverse habitat with the Sand and Sabi Rivers running through it, a huge range of wildlife and a reputation for big cat sightings. Head out for an early morning game drive in open vehicles, stopping for a refreshing coffee break and a chance to listen to the sounds of the bush whilst admiring the landscape. After some down-time and a siesta back at camp, set off again in the late afternoon when the bush comes alive.

Day 11 – 03 June – Victoria Falls

After your private transfers and flights its time to experience the beauty of Victoria Falls. Check into the Batonka Guest Lodge.  This evening enjoy a Shared Sunset cruise. You will get the chance to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and more.

Day 12 – 04 June – Victoria Falls

Enjoy a private tour of the falls. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, wander along the forest path, with its unparalleled vistas and see the stunning majesty of this masterpiece of nature, known locally as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’, or ‘the Smoke that Thunders’. Stop for photos at the ‘Big Tree’. You guide will impart a wealth of knowledge about the fauna and flora.

Later this afternoon participate in a shared elephant encounter and snacks. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, wander along the forest path, with its unparalleled vistas and see the stunning majesty of this masterpiece of nature, known locally as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’, or ‘the Smoke that Thunders’. Stop for photos at the ‘Big Tree’. You guide will impart a wealth of knowledge about the fauna and flora.

Day 13 & 14 – 05 & 06 June – On Your Own

Make these plans and arrangements with your travel planner.

Day 15 – 07 June – Travel day

After breakfast, meet your transfer representative and transfer to the airport. Check in for your international flight and depart for home.

*Please note: This itinerary is subject to change. In the spirit of expedition travel, plans may change slightly to take full advantage of encounters with the destination and its people, culture, and wildlife.

THE BEST OF SOUTHERN AFRICA

LED BY NADIA ECKHARDT

May 24- June 07, 2026

Rates:

Trip Package Rate Per Person Sharing: Approx. $12,985.00

Plus Air Rates:  Approx. $1,390.00 for CPT to HDS and KMIA (MQ) to LVI and VFA to JNB

– Rates are per person and are based on shared accommodations
– Rates are approximate until the time of booking
– Rates are quoted in USD and subject to change without prior notice
– Rates are based on availability at the time of booking

International Airfare:

Africa Easy does not make international air reservations and international air is not included in your quote. However, please do let us know if you would like assistance with booking your international air. We would be happy to put you in touch with our airline partner, Exito Travel to assist you with your international air reservation.

Included:

– Private Meet & Greet on arrival and transfer to Hotel in Cape Town

Accommodations as listed in itinerary:
– 4 nights Victoria & Alfred Waterfront Hotel, Mountain Facing Rooms. Includes: Breakfast
– 3 nights Simbavati River Lodge, Luxury Safari Tents
Includes: All meals, local brand drinks, two safari activities daily, conservation fee
– 3 nights Nottens Bush Camp, Suites
Includes: All meals, selected local beverages, conservation fee, 2 scheduled safari activities daily
-4 nights Batonka Guest Lodge, standard rooms
Includes: Breakfast, Tea & Coffee & Twice Daily (morning & afternoon) shuttle into Victoria Falls

Private Transfers as listed in itinerary:
– Victoria & Alfred Waterfront Hotel / Cape Town Int Airport
– Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport / Simbavati River Lodge
– Simbavati River Lodge / Nottens Bush Camp
– Nottens Bush Camp / Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
– Simbavati River Lodge / Inyati
– Inyati / Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
– Livingstone International Airport / Batonka Guest Lodge
– Batonka Guest Lodge / Victoria & Alfred Waterfront Hotel

Touring as Listed in itinerary:
– Private Half Day Cape Town City Tour
– Private Full Day Cape Point & Peninsula Tour
– AM Robben Island Tour
– PM Constantia Winelands Tour
– Zambezi River Sunset Cruise
– AM Victoria Falls guided Walking Tour

– VIP Meet & Greet Johannesburg International Airport

Additional Meals as listed in itinerary above
– Welcome Dinner in Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
– Day 02: Light Lunch on tour
– Day 03: Light Lunch on tour
– Day 04: Light lunch on tour
– Day 11: Light lunch on tour & dinner at Batonka
– Day 12: Light lunch on tour & dinner at Batonka

Flights as listed in itinerary:
– Day 05: SA AIRLINK 4Z657; CPT/HDS; 10:40/13:10
– Day 11: SA AIRLINK 4Z470; MQP/LVI; 11:35/13:30
– Day 13: SA AIRLINK 4Z495; VFA/JNB; 14:00/15:40

Not Included:

– International Airfare
– Meals not listed as included above
– Touring as not listed as included above
– Drinks & alcoholic beverages not listed as included above
– Entry Visas
– Travel & health insurance
– Vaccinations for travel (carry covid card with you)
– Any other items of personal nature
– Laundry (unless listed in included above)
– International & domestic departure tax (if applicable)

General Information:

– Medical Evacuation insurance is mandatory for travel with Africa Easy and proof of purchase is required. Africa Easy also strongly recommends purchasing a policy that includes trip cancellation /interruption coverage.

– Malaria Medication is strongly recommended, but not a requirement for all safari regions in Southern Africa.

-Passports need to be valid for 6 months beyond date of departure from Africa

– No visas are required for travelers with US Passports to South Africa, but it is mandatory to have 4-6 blank visa pages in your passport each time you enter South Africa.

Deposit & Payments:

A completed & signed Africa Easy Reservation Form, along with your 25% trip deposit and full regional and/or domestic air payment (if applicable) is required at the time of booking.

Reservations:

This itinerary is subject to the availability of all services at the time of making a reservation. No space is being held at this time. Please contact Africa Easy for the full terms and conditions that apply. We are happy to answer questions and discuss your trip.

To reserve space on a trip on the Africa Easy website, please contact Africa Easy by calling 1-800-617-2319 or (206) 284-2319. Click here to e-mail the Africa Easy Team.

THE BEST OF SOUTHERN AFRICA

LED BY NADIA ECKHARDT

June 5 – 19, 2025

Nadia Eckhardt

Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Nadia now calls Seattle her home. She has traveled extensively throughout the world, Australia, the South Pacific, and more. She spent much of her youth exploring southern Africa and the islands of the Indian Ocean. Currently Nadia divides her time among her home in Seattle, her family in South Africa and is well versed in many adventure destinations, including Central and South America, Indonesia, Africa, Antarctica Africa, and leading expeditions throughout the world for Africa Easy/Expedition Easy as well as for other leading US Tour Operators.