Kate & Darren Humphrys with Henry, Olive and Hume
Compass Odyssey
- Located In:
- 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:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $1,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Email Tina | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply the best attention to detail with care and consideration for the customer.
Compass Odyssey made our dream of an African adventure come true. Attention to detail, follow up, care and consideration was the best we have ever experienced. Their patience with our very specific requirements was admirable. The accommodation recommendation, destination and guides were matched exactly to our personality and style. We couldn't have asked for anyone better to guide us on our holiday to the magical destination of South Africa and Zimbabwe. Upon reflection, now that we have returned, it was definitely a dream holiday come true. All our wish list fulfilled. Can't recommend Compass Odyssey highly enough.
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Email Linda Loney and Tom Cooper | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Darren was incredibly responsive, knowledgable, and arranged a trip that went flawlessly
The trip that we arranged with Compass Odyssey more than lived up to our expectations. Darren was incredibly knowledgable, friendly, responsive and helpful. He took our every wish and made it his command. The service was impeccable. Everything went flawlessly, from being met at the airports or camps, to transportation, to having amazing local guides. The Chobe National Park safaris provided both an experience overland and on the Chobe river with a very knowledgable guide. The trip to Zimbabwe was very memorable even though the falls were low at the time of year we visited. The arranged guides were so accommodating and knowledgable and helpful. The places we stayed were all comfortable and well located. Darren made car hire arrangements for us for our trip along the Garden Route which was one of the highlights of the trip. Nature's Valley is not to be missed, in our estimation. Our accommodations were like being in a tree house and very close to a beach and a nice restaurant. Having Darren's help made arranging the trip to Africa very very easy for us.
I cannot recommend Compass Odyssey highly enough.
Email Iain | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect itinerary & careful attention to detail
Darren and the Compass Odyssey team could not have done better. We had a fantastic time. Everyone could not have been more helpful.
Wherever we went we had warm welcomes and great hospitality, and whether in South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe or Botswana the arraignments ran smoothly and we met wonderful people.
The safaris were awesome. All the big 5 ticked ✅, but so much more besides.
Thanks again!!!
Iain and Ann-Louise
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Email Joe Cox | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing African Experience with Top Notch Service!
Compass Odyssey did a superb job developing, coordinating, and supporting our group during our recent tours of Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana. I will definitely be a repeat customer and wholeheartedly recommend them for anyone planning a trip to Africa.
Darren put together a package that was not only within our planning budget, but it also greatly exceeded everyone’s expectations. His proactive communications and detailed explanations didn’t just reduce the element of surprise, it eliminated it. We knew where we were going, when we were going, who was leading/meeting us, and what expect along the way. No surprises, but more importantly, no disappointments.
The tour guides who worked with us locally were among the best I’ve ever worked with. They possessed an in-depth knowledge of the areas we toured and enriched the experience with their detailed anecdotes.
The lodges Darren chose were top notch. Each lodge was large enough to completely satisfy all of our needs, yet small enough to make us feel at home. All the lodge staffs were professional and extremely friendly. While I’m sure we had some unique requests, we never once felt like we were asking for anything out of the ordinary. It was all in a day’s work and still we felt totally spoiled.
The individual safaris booked for us were truly first rate. We all realized that we might not get to see all the animals we hoped to (after all the animals do get a vote), but we saw everything we wanted and then some. The guides seemed to instinctively know where the animals were hiding. In many cases we got up close and personal with the animals. Despite the closeness and excitement of the encounters, our guides ensured we never felt unsafe, uncomfortable, or in danger. Special shout out to Ruth, Mortimer, and Tiro. Outstanding efforts all around.
Not sure when I’ll get back to Africa, but the first call I’ll make will be to Compass Odyssey. For value, service, and all around experience, there is none better.
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Email Guglielmo & María Cecilia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The pleasure of travelling to Africa ...
We (Guglielmo–Italy & María Cecilia–Peru) are return clients that, after our third travel organized and provided by Compass Odyssey, are very proud to entrust once more Compass Odyssey. Our first travel (2016: wine-tours around Cape Town and Safari at Sabi Sand Reserve in South Africa) was good, our second travel (2017: wine-tours around Cape Town and Safari at Kruger Park in South Africa) was great and finally our third travel (2018-2019: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe, Safari at Chobe National Park – Botswana and Safari at Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - Zambia) has been superb.
Our three experiences have always gone beyond our personal expectations and we can sincerely state that Compass Odyssey makes you feel like home because Darren and Kate are professional, positive, competent and very reliable. We are just thinking about our next travel to Namibia in 2020 with Compass Odyssey: the pleasure of travelling to Africa …
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Email John | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great operators with superb communication throughout the process! Amazing trip.
Planning a safari can be a daunting task, especially for the first time. Darren and Compass Odyssey made this an easy process. Communication was fantastic throughout the whole process. We were able to make changes simply as our schedule changed. I'm a hands on person and like to plan each detail, so for me, leaving this up to someone else was a bit tough. I couldn't have been happier with the results and would recommend them to any traveler looking to go on safari. We can't wait to come back!
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Email Brian Steele | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Twice perfect. Second trip to Africa with perfect accommodations.
The communication from Darren and crew is probably the best part of my experience. (No, my safari at Senalala in SA was the best part.)Even while I'm on holiday he is available and standing by. We toured in 4 countries over two weeks and our transfers, accommodations and experiences were all top notch. I highly recommend Compass Odyssey to all! This was my second trip to Africa, both planned and scheduled by Compass, and everything was flawless. I hope visit Morocco some day and will be calling Compass for that trip too.
Email Sarah and Ken Taylor | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent from start to finish! Highly responsive, knowledgable & personal service.
We couldn’t have chosen better than Compass Odyssey for our first ever safari in Southern Africa. Communication was excellent and personal, from fast replies to our initial enquiry/questions to messages we received during and after our safari.
The 3 accommodations on our trip were all beautiful, with wonderful food. All of the guides/rangers were knowledgable, friendly and enthusiastic, we felt truly welcomed everywhere we went.
The itinerary Darren put together for us offered a great variety of sights and sounds, we felt that we did so much in just a few days whilst still have the flexibility to rest during the heat of the day - perfect balance for us.
As well as the safari experiences in Chobe, we would definitely recommend taking the “Tour of the township” if you’re visiting Victoria Falls (to get a glimpse of real life in Zimbabwe) and of course the walking tour to see White Rhino at the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park which was a fabulous, once in a lifetime experience.
An amazing week, our expectations were exceeded all the way and we can’t wait to return - without question, Compass Odyssey will be our first choice for the next adventure! Thank you Darren & Kate x
Email Stefan and Silke | 35-50 years of age
Perfectly organized - awesome Job fom Compass Odyssey
Compass Odyssey did a great job in organizing our 8-day trip through Botswana, Zimbabwe Zambia and Johannesburg! They listened well to our wishes and expectations, chose beautiful accommodations and suggested activities that matched perfectly with our interests. Everything was well scheduled and communicated and we had wonderful moments with our friendly, passionate and knowledgeable guides. We would not hesitate to book again with CO!
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Email Ryan C | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic trip, even better service
Darren and team provided an amazing African itinerary with knowledgeable and friendly guides to help along the way.
Can't say enough about how impressed I am with the communication from Compass. Top notch service.
