SOUTH AFRICA
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Experience South Africa
November 3-8 (or 11), 2026 | Cape Town, Paarl, & Kruger Park (optional), South Africa
JOIN US
You’re invited to join us in South Africa for an impactful trip that will include visiting and staying at our new Crown Innovation Centre, exploring the world-renowned Cape Town, and relaxing on a safari in Kruger National Park.
Hosted by CEO of Crown Financial Ministries, Chuck Bentley and his wife Ann, and guided by Ariella Hoover, this trip will give you a glimpse into what Crown is doing in South Africa as well as the opportunity to connect, fellowship and explore a world-renowned destination together.
Date | Schedule |
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November 2, Monday | Fly to South Africa |
November 3, Tuesday | Arrive & Welcome Dinner |
November 4, Wednesday | Tour the Crown Innovation Centre |
November 5, Thursday | Spend the day in Cape Town |
November 6, Friday | Spend the day together with Crown Friends |
November 7, Saturday | Personalized Experience Day |
November 8, Sunday | Depart for Safari in Kruger Park |
November 9, Monday | Safari & Relax |
November 10, Tuesday | Safari & Relax |
November 11, Wednesday | Final Safari Drive & Depart for Home |
*November 3rd is the date you should plan to arrive. Additional experiences available at an extra cost. Prices based on double occupancy. Does not include travel to and from South Africa.
†Safari price is an estimation and subject to change based on availability. Please RSVP as early as possible if interested in the safari add-on.
Cancellation Policy: 100% refunded until September 1, 2026. 50% refunded up until one week before the event.
Date | Daily Activities |
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November 3, 2026 | Arrival & Welcome Dinner Arrive at the Cape Town International Airport in South Africa. Transfer about an hour to Le Bac Estate in Paarl. Join the rest of the group for a traditional South African Braai (barbecue). |
November 4, 2026 | Discover the new Crown Innovation Centre and Visit Babylonstoren Tour and learn about the new Crown Innovation Centre that is housed at Le Bac Estate, where you will be staying. Head to a local, famous working farm, Babylonstoren, for a delicious farm-to-table lunch, followed by a winery tour and tasting in the afternoon. |
November 5, 2026 | Explore the World-Renowned Cape Town Head to famous Cape Town to enjoy the statue walk, shopping, and a harbor-side lunch along the V&A Waterfront. Take the cable car to the top of the world-renowned Table Mountain for spectacular views. |
November 6, 2026 | Spend the Day with Crown Friends On Friday, we will spend the day with friends of Crown and CEF at the Mergon offices. We will learn about the work they are doing and the impact they are having. We will visit the Stellenbosch University Gardens and enjoy dinner together at a local winery. |
November 7, 2026 | Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Day This is a “choose your own adventure” day. Whether that adventure means resting and hanging out at Le Bac Estate, additional shopping at the V&A Waterfront, a visit to Robben Island, swimming with sharks, or whale watching, we will arrange it so you can enjoy what is most interesting to you. There will be an additional cost for this day. Later that evening, we will spend time reflecting and sharing over a final meal together. |
November 8, 2026 | Travel to Safari at Kruger National Park |
November 9-10, 2026 | Kruger National Park Enjoy up to two game drives, great food, and relaxing in Kruger National Park. |
November 11, 2026 | Travel Home Enjoy a final safari game drive. Fly from Kruger National Park to Johannesburg, South Africa, where we will catch flights home. |