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Stay up-to-date with our latest adventures, expert travel tips, and personal stories from across the globe. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for your next journey or looking for insider advice, our stories will guide you every step of the way.
The healing power of wild places
In the quiet stillness of the Okavango Delta, Lauren turned 30. She celebrated the milestone not with a party or presents, but with an early morning guided bush walk followed later by a stunning sunset mokoro ride. The setting sun painted the water golden. It was her birthday, but also a kind of rebirth — a closing of one chapter, and the tentative, hope-filled opening of another.
For Crumb – follow your dreams
On the 1st of October 2025, scientist and global activist Dame Jane Goodall, who turned her childhood love of primates into a lifelong quest to protect the environment, died of natural causes at the age of 91.
Christmas Safari in Africa: Swap Shopping Malls for Safari Sightings
We’re often asked whether Christmas can be spent on safari. The answer is yes – and it can be one of the most rewarding times of the year. Instead of snow and shopping malls, the season here is marked by dramatic skies, fresh landscapes, and the sounds of the wild all around you.
Start your safari in Cape Town
Cape Town has often been recognised as one of the world’s best cities — and for us, that comes as no surprise. It has always been our preferred place to begin a safari journey, and travellers from around the world continue to agree.
Chobe VS Okavango Delta
“Do we visit Chobe or the Okavango Delta, or both?” This is indeed the most common question asked by our travellers who wish to visit Botswana’s renowned wilderness areas. In essence, the major differences to consider between Chobe and the Okavango Delta are accessibility and affordability.
Discover Zimbabwe’s Largest Safari Wilderness
Zimbabwe, is a country rich in heritage and natural wonders that is a regular stop for most of our travellers visiting Southern Africa. Hwange National Park is one of the country’s premier wilderness areas and is renowned for its abundance of the Big Five that can be seen on foot and on game drives.
Tara and Matt’s Adventure
Tara and Matt McFarling, seasoned safari-goers from California, went on a memorable trip exploring four African countries, designed by Compass Odyssey.
Here’s what they had to say about their experience.
How to navigate travel insurance with ease
When planning your next adventure, securing travel insurance should be at the top of your list. It’s crucial for protecting against unexpected events, from medical emergencies to trip cancellations.