Where Teen Spirits Meet the Wild!

Your ultimate partner in adventure and growth! At Oddventures, we create raw, authentic South African experiences that inspire teens to explore, challenge themselves, and grow. Our main focus is to guide students through their President’s Award journeys to crafting unforgettable outdoor adventures, we’re here to make every moment count. Oddventures was built on one belief: that young people grow the most when they’re stretched — physically, mentally, and socially — in the outdoors, under the guidance of people who’ve spent their lives there.

SAMANTHA

Sam is a seasoned adventurer with a wealth of experience in the great outdoors. Having spent countless weeks and months in the bush guiding teenagers, she’s more than earned her stripes in the adventure industry. Following a successful professional racing career, Sam has spent the last 12 years as a qualified mountain bike guide and 8 years as an on-trails hiking guide. Her next goal is to become a certified hiking and MTB instructor, enabling her to teach and inspire the next generation of mountain guides to follow their passion.

All our guides undergo rigorous training for added peace of mind. Any external companies we collaborate with are thoroughly vetted to confirm their credentials, proper paperwork, and up-to-date insurance. Background checks, including police clearance, to ensure they meet the highest standards of trustworthiness.
Every guide holds a valid first aid certificate and is qualified for the specific activities they lead, ensuring expert guidance in every adventure with Oddventures, you can trust that your adventure is in safe, professional hands.

TERRI-LYNN

Terri is the backbone of Oddventures, combining her love for the great outdoors with exceptional organisational skills.
While Sam is out exploring trails and climbing trees, Terri ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. She manages bookings, client relations, and the office with precision and care, making sure every adventure is perfectly planned. Her passion for nature and dedication to creating seamless experiences make her an indispensable part of the Oddventures team.

We’re proud members of the South African Adventure Industry Association (SAAI), and every journey is backed by SATIB professional indemnity cover, so parents and school coordinators can trust the details are handled.

Our approach:
Real wilderness, not manufactured challenge
Age-appropriate progression from Bronze through to Gold Residential Guides who know the terrain personally — not hired-in for the day
Full TPA compliance and documentation handled for you

Who we work with: Schools running TPA programmes, families booking teen adventures and birthdays, and corporates looking for genuine team-building in the wild.