ABOUT US Hosts Steve and Terri Lawson are currently resident in Ashburton, in New Zealand's South Island, having arrived here in 2002 from Zimbabwe. Since arriving in New Zealand, Steve has obtained a Certificate in Tourism Studies, which is accredited with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority. Southern Vista Tours is the result of extensive research and planning to bring our vision of all inclusive package tours of Africa to fulfilment. With Africa having so much to offer, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Our trips seek to capture a good mix of the great diversity of Africa, whilst maintaining a comfortable and relaxing schedule. Southern Vista Tours offers a range of exciting packages which will show you the best of Africa. Tours from New Zealand are run together with Conway United Travel, who have operated in Ashburton for many year, and will take care of all your travel arrangements Full tour costs can be difficult to anticipate, so to avoid any nasty surprises, our costs are designed to include a full package, with the exception of a few lunches, and some adventure activities, which may not appeal to all. Our information packages clearly list what is included in the costs. It is important that having made the trip to Africa, you get the best out of it. In planning our tours, we have sought after quality, whilst avoiding extravagance. Activities will be carried out under the supervision of experienced and knowledgeable guides. Each part of the tour was carefully chosen and has something special of its own to offer, which together ensure that you experience the wonderful diversity of the region. The Cape, with Table Mountain, its historical vineyards and stately Cape Dutch homes, the open grasslands of the Highveld, the rolling hills of the Natal Midlands, the rugged splendour of the Drakensberg Mountains, the pristine unspoilt big game areas of Zambia, and the magnificence of the Victoria Falls, one of the 'Seven Wonders of the World', offer an unmatched beauty and diversity which we have sought to capture on our tours. We have some package tours on offer, ranging from a full tour across the country to more regional tours. Tours can be specially tailor made for groups of four or more, to suit specific tastes and budgets. Groups may have specific interests such as sports events, historic tours, or be in the region on business. We can build you specific tours around those activities to include visits to wildlife areas and other places of interest. We welcome groups from any part of the world. Take the hassles out of having to research, arrange and work out the costs of your visit, and relax and enjoy the trip with all those matters taken care of. Visit our Tour page for more information.