Compass Odyssey

4.7/5 – 372 Reviews

$4,496 to $5,099 pp (USD)

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Kate & Darren Humphrys with Henry, Olive and Hume

Kate & Darren Humphrys with Henry, Olive and Hume

Compass Odyssey

4.7/5  
(372 Reviews)
Office In:
South Africa South Africa
Size:
1-5 employees (Founded in 2006)
Member Of:
Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
Tour Types:
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations:
Botswana BW
Kenya KE
Namibia NA
South Africa ZA
Tanzania TZ
Uganda UG
Zambia ZM
Zimbabwe ZW
Kate & Darren Humphrys with Henry, Olive and Hume

Kate & Darren Humphrys with Henry, Olive and Hume

Compass Odyssey prides itself as being a small and personable travel planner and is owner-managed by Kate and Darren Humphrys, who live in the bush on the edge of South Africa's Greater Kruger region along with their three children Henry, Olive and Hume. Compass Odyssey offers quality travel experiences that provide our fellow travellers with a journey that is both informative and inspiring.

Reviews372

Exceptional personalized service and attention to detail
5/5

Darren at Compass Odyssey was recommended to us by a friend, and we would without hesitation recommend him to plan your Africa adventure. He was exceptionally patient with multiple adjustments to our itinerary to meet our preferences, and listened carefully to the experience we were hoping to have on this bucket list trip. Our itinerary took us from Cape Town to the usual attractions but flexible enough we were able to fit in a mountain bike ride in the wine region. Whe. The preferred accommodations in Sabi Sands were booked for our dates, he worked tirelessly to find comparable alternatives. The pre trip dossier left no question unanswered, but if there were questions he was quick to respond. Local guides were personable, informative and helpful. We felt well supported on this trip. Not only did Darren and Compass Odyssey meet our expectations, they exceeded them, and truely delivered the experience we were dreaming of.

Excellent service, value and experience
5/5

This trip was seamless, everything went according to plan and as scheduled. All the guides were knowledgeable, helpful and personable. We learned so much about each country from talking with the guides. All the lodgings were stellar and we had only positive experiences wherever we were. The tour covered everything we asked for while giving us the flexibility to adapt if we desired. Compass Odyssey representatives checked in with us often throughout the tour so we always felt like someone had our back, knew where we were and what we were experiencing. In addition, it was obvious that the guides were in touch with representatives as well.

Perfect, timely individualized organization; providing & indulging all needs and requests.
5/5

Our family of five had an incredibly memorable and personalized safari experience. The communication with them was always clear, timely and provided us an array of options. We traveled with our three 30ish adult children who had vegan cuisine requests, extreme sports requests and different people arriving and leaving on different dates. In other words, it was like herding cats. Compass Odyssey put together a safari itinerary that encompassed four different lodges which were all very well appointed, providing unique lodging experiences and wildlife experiences. Highlights were staying at the Hide and being able to experience the The Dove’s Nest tree house and our helicopter flights to the Okavanga Delta. Also the recommendation for doing a charter flight instead of driving six hours through rough roads was excellent. We met people that were tired and exhausted because they drove, while we were fresh and enjoying drinks and an afternoon game drive. Also, having Ruth accompanning us (babysitting us) through a large part of the first part of the trip was invaluable in navigating country crossings, guiding us through what we would experiencing and ensuring every detail was always on time and ensuring we booked the extreme sports with safe and reputable providers. We loved the trip. Excellent value for the very bougie and once in a lifetime safari experience.

Does not take responsibility
1/5

I wasn't going to write my own review but seeing how they responded to my husband's review I had to say something.
They take absolutely no accountability for issues during the trip. Its always someone else's fault. When you operate a tour company it is your responsibility to coordinate every detail of the trip and make sure the local guides no what they are doing as to not ruin experiences.

Reply from Compass Odyssey
Reply from Compass Odyssey
Posted on Oct 17, 2026

We refer the reader to Michael's review dated 23 May.

Regan, we have previously apologised and empathised with your and Michael's disappointment at arriving at your dinner venue after sunset. We do take responsibility for co-ordinating every single detail of our travellers' journeys (read any of our other reviews). We do take accountability for our travellers' journeys. Surely this was most apparent to you and Michael when after your first night in Swakopmund, we managed to find (and pay for) an alternative hotel for your second night even though the issue was from your doing (i.e. not advising us that Michael had to stay in air-conditioned accommodations)? We think it is unfair that both of you rate us as 1-star for this sole incident within a 20-day journey where everybody (and we mean, everybody) tried so hard to make you both happy. You have both now had your say and presumably you now feel heard. We will leave it to the reader to make their own judgement on whether your and Michael's comments correctly reflect Compass Odyssey.
As we did in Michael's review, we again apologise to the reader for this somewhat distasteful process.

Remarkable
5/5

Our fantastic adventure with Compass Odyssey was remarkable.
Everything worked impeccably with Mortimer the perfect charming, helpful and reliable host.
The exclusive Toms Little Hide in Hwange National Park was simply fabulous - amazing accommodation, super food and delightful staff. Our guide Brendan was a star - and so knowledgeable- we saw just about everything possible to see!.
Chobe was another great experience- we saw a leopard out in the open and elephants swimming the river as well as much more.

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