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Welcome to the Land Down Under, the endlessly fascinating continent of Australia. With its unique wildlife and staggering beauty, memories of this special place will last forever. We invite you to spend 15 days experiencing Australia from the wonders of sea life at the Great Barrier Reef to the cultural history of the Aborigines.
Highlights of your Australia Discovery Student Adventure include:
- Helping to conserve the country’s magnificent fauna — koalas, kangaroos, sugar gliders to name but a few — by becoming a Wildlife Keeper for a day.
- Taking part in an exclusive Great Barrier Reef Study Program including hands-on classroom activities with the subject’s leading authorities, followed by two wondrous days exploring the reef’s vast array of sea life.
- Visiting the famed Ayers Rock (Uluru) with members of the indigenous Anangu tribe and learning how their steadfast beliefs and colorful ceremonies tie in to its rich history.
- Assisting a vet at the Australia Wildlife Health Centre just outside the beautiful and vibrant city of Melbourne.
- Experiencing both the Outback and the rainforest as you learn the ancient survival techniques associated with the Otway Challenge.
Essential Details
| Duration |
15 days |
| When |
June/July/August 2010 |
| Focus |
- Marine Biology
- Conservation/Wildlife
- Aboriginal Culture
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These are just a few of the many extraordinary experiences you’ll have on your Discovery Australia adventure. An adventure that will leave you filled with wonder and inspiration.
"I went on a trip to Australia with DSA and it was awesome, awesome, awesome, awesome, awesome, fun, exciting, and educational"-Duggan B, Age 10
* Trip itinerary is subject to change.