Spirit of Africa

The English word spirit comes from the Latin spiritus, meaning "breath." Indeed, spirit is as empty, yet as vital, as the breath. And just as the body needs food and the mind needs stimulation, your spirit needs nourishment. Are you as full of life as you'd like to be? If you're feeling less than spirited, perhaps it's time to enrich the essence of your being with a Spiritual Journey with us!

Spirit Tours was founded in 2001 by Jim Cramer, an experienced travel industry professional and veteran traveller. Jim lived in Bali, Indonesia for ten years studying sacred mask dance. Jim has since led tours to many culturally-rich destinations through out the world with Yoga Teachers, Buddhist Masters and New Thought Ministers. Spirit tours is dedicated to providing a more meaningful and rewarding travel experience that takes you beyond the ordinary into the very heart of the cultures we visit. We are a licensed Travel Agency/Tour Operator California Seller of Travel # 2056720-40, government regulated company which subscribes to the highest possible ethical and professional standards.

Jim Cramer owner and founder of Spirit Tours has a BA in Anthropology started his travels in 1970 on a surf trip to South Africa and continued on to South America, the South Pacific, New Zealand and Australia. In 1974 he traveled to Bali and soon after became a student of Balinese dance. After 8 years of study Jim performed in the temples of Bali and continues to dance to this day. Jim returned to the USA in 1985 and created his own Bali Travel Business and founded Spirit Tours in 2000.

Dottie Cramer is co founder of Spirit Tours and is in charge of tour development and quality control. Dottie has lived in Hawaii and travelled worldwide. She has co led tours to Bali, Thailand, Mexico, Africa and New Zealand. Her presence on our Journeys adds to the integrity and authenticity we are known for.

Experienced And Proven: Spirit Tours has been leading spiritual tours since 2001. We have expert tour guides that share their in depth knowledge of cultures and people in each destination. We have tried and true research into accommodations and restaurants. We offer insightful tour activities that are considerate of the environment and cultures.

Reputation: 90% of our business is from referral and returning clients. We have great incentives for repeat travelers and referrals.

Credibility: Renowned spiritual community leaders, yoga instructors, and healers are among our Guest Tour Leaders. Past tours include yoga groups and spiritual communities from Santa Rosa, San Diego, Huntington Beach, Dallas-Texas, Kansas City and Palm Desert California.

Quality And Value: You will receive an uncompromising value for your dollar. Our tours are famous for choice of accommodations, for our flexibility and authenticity.

Full-Service: Start to finish travel arrangements: transportation, meals, accommodations, entertainment, cultural experiences; we take care of it all.