Crooked Compass

Discover the world’s hidden secrets with Crooked Compass.

Specialising in small group tours and customised private touring, Crooked Compass provides immersive tours to some of the world’s most unique travel destinations. Crooked Compass itineraries inspire, educate and encourage travellers to understand sustainable tourism through authentic, culturally immersive experiences – all the while, showcasing the lesser known side to each destination.

Crooked Compass uses local guides for a distinctively memorable experience. Crooked Compass also gives back to the community and supports local community projects around the world. All of this ensures a culturally rich experience with unique local highlights that other travellers often miss.

Angkor Wat

Explore on two wheels as you venture back in time through the majestic temples of Angkor, cycling past the stilted houses of Tonle Spa and Chong Kneas and through rural villages of Cambodia. FROM AUD $1214
Valley of the Assassins

After visiting Tehran, this small group tour heads into Iran's breathtaking Alborz Mountains where travellers will discover traditional villages, covered bazaars, nomadic tribes and much more to forge lifelong memories. SAVE $1000!
Rwanda's Gorillas

Join us on a life changing journey through Rwanda, a land of rainforests, volcanoes, jungles and mighty primates. Track the endangered mountain gorillas and witness them in their natural habitat.
Discover Georgia

Trek through the fabled lands and mountain regions of Georgia’s beautiful Svaneti Province. The tour begins in the nation’s capital, Tbilisi, a city known for its cobblestone streets and historic town district.
Kenya Uncovered

This small group tour veers off the beaten track and into the heart of Kenya’s lesser known parks for a completely authentic experience. Admire the vastness of Kenya’s grassy savannahs, mingle with Samburu tribes and marvel in the size and beauty of Mt Kilimanjaro.
Mongolian Festival

The annual festivals feature the Kazakh eagle hunters who celebrate their heritage while engaging in hunting and traditional dress competitions.
Myanmar Photography

Discover Myanmar through the camera lens on this special tour with leading photographer Chris Van Ryn. Experience the lesser known side of this fascinating country whilst improving your photography skills.
Walking Palestine

They say life begins at the end of your comfort zone and this adventure will prove it. Explore a spectacular and remote region walking the paths of history on this incredible eight day journey that will change your life.
New Ireland & Rabaul

Explore PNG's wild jungles , smouldering volcanoes and pristine reefs. Uncover WWII sites as you lose yourself in a tangle of hidden tunnels or while snorkelling over plane and boat wrecks in the clear blue waters.
Kayak with Whales

You’ll find one of the world’s best whale watching spots off Mexico’s Baja California coast. Explore the glittering waters with whale calves as you kayak within sheltered coves and beautiful lagoons.
Track Snow Leopards

This epic adventure takes you to Hemis National Park, Ladakh – India’s best-protected area for Snow Leopards. With expert trackers on hand to trace the cats’ scents, trails and markings, this journey will keep the pulse racing.
Pyramids in Sudan

Many of its ancient structures stand forgotten on the banks of the Nile but more and more travellers are discovering the appeal of Sudan, its rugged terrain and incredible archaeological sites.

Innovative one-of-a-kind journeys that create lifetime memories
Small group tours (active, adrenaline, animal encounters, cultural immersion, conservation, festivals, natural phenomena)
Private customised touring (Tours by Design)

Small group sizes (14 travellers max.)
Authentic and highly unique travel experiences
Customised touring options
Sustainable conscious tourism
Uncovering the lesser known side of the world (off-the-beaten track experiences with fewer tourists)