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 & Settle In at Taj Cape Town |
November 4, Wednesday | Spend the Day Together in Cape Town |
November 5, Thursday | Transfer to the Paarl Valley and Tour the Crown Innovation Centre |
November 6, Friday | Spend time with Crown Friends at Mergon & Dine at Babylonstoren |
November 7, Saturday | "Choose-your-own-adventure!" & South African Braai |
November 8, Sunday | Depart for Safari at Tulela Bush Lodge near Kruger Park (for those joining) |
November 9, Monday | Safari & Relax |
November 10, Tuesday | Safari & Relax |
November 11 (or 12), Wednesday | Final Safari Drive & Depart to Cape Town for Flights Home |
*Cost includes meals, transportation, and some experiences. November 3rd is the date you should plan to arrive. Additional experiences available at an extra cost. Does not include accommodations. Does not include travel to and from South Africa.
†Please RSVP as early as possible if interested in the safari add-on. Safari cancellations forfeit the cost of the flight and 30% of the total safari cost up until September 7 and 100% of the safari cost past September 7.
Cancellation Policy: 100% refunded until September 1, 2026. 50% refunded up until one week before the event. Safari cancellations differ. See above
Date | Daily Activities |
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November 3, 2026 | Arrival Arrive at the Cape Town International Airport in South Africa. Transfer to Taj Cape Town and settle in. |
November 4, 2026 | Explore the World-Renowned Cape Town Take the aerial cableway to the top of the world-renowned Table Mountain for spectacular views. Enjoy some shopping and a harbor-side lunch along the V&A Waterfront. |
November 5, 2026 | Discover the new Crown Innovation Centre and Visit Babylonstoren Explore Franschhoek, visit the Huguenot Museum, enjoy lunch at La Motte Wine Estate. Tour and learn about the new Crown Innovation Centre that is housed at Le Bac Estate. Check-in to Adara Palmiet Valley. |
November 6, 2026 | Spend the Day with Crown Friends at Mergon Spend some time with friends of Crown and CEF at the Mergon offices in Stellenbosch. We will learn about the work they are doing and the impact they are having. Head to Babylonstoren for dinner. There should be time to enjoy the gardens and a wine cellar tour (reservation required) if you would like. |
November 7, 2026 | Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Day This is a “choose your own adventure” day. Whether that adventure means resting and hanging out in Paarl Valley, golf, the Franschhoek Wine Tram, etc., we will arrange it so you can enjoy what is most interesting to you. There may be an additional cost for the adventure you choose. Later that evening, we will spend time reflecting and enjoying a traditional South African braai together. |
November 8, 2026 | Travel to Safari |
November 9-10, 2026 | Safari in Klaserie Private Nature Reserve Enjoy up to two game drives, great food, and relaxing at Tulela Safari Lodge. |
November 11, 2026 | Travel Home Enjoy a final safari game drive. Fly from Kruger National Park to Cape Town, South Africa, where we will catch flights home. |