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New Zealand & Australia Adventure Tour for Teens
Journey to the lands down under and immerse yourself in all that this New Zealand and Australia travel program has to offer: incredible beauty, friendly culture, and thrilling adventure. Try a wide variety of activities that you won’t see anywhere else: Zorbing, waterfall rafting and alpine trekking in New Zealand followed by SCUBA diving the Great Barrier Reef, boomerang throwing lessons and bridge climbing in Australia. Your summer program leaders will be there to create a fun, inclusive, accepting family atmosphere. This is no ordinary high school summer tour; it’s truly an adventure of a lifetime!
About This Program
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What It's Like
Experience new cultures and thrilling activities in a smaller, tight-knit travel group.
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Accommodations
Hotels, hostels & basic lodges.
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Meals
Includes breakfast and dinner daily, plus 5 lunches.
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Activities
Includes all recreation & activities listed.
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Transportation
Deluxe, private motor coach between cities, and occasional public transportation within cities.
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'On Tour' Available
‘On Tour’ departures offer more independence and age-appropriate activities for older teens currently completing 11th or 12 grade.
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Compatible Groupings
Separate departure dates are assigned to create compatible co-ed age groups.
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Group Size
Up to 26 participants.
Program Highlights
- • SCUBA and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef.
- • Whitewater raft the Kaituna River and its 22’ Tutea Falls.
- • Surf the World Famous Bondi Beach.
- • Climb the legendary Sydney Harbour Bridge.
- • Swim below waterfalls in the Atherton Tableland rainforest.
- • Visit Kuranda Rainforest Village and meet koalas and kangaroos.
- • Journey on a day trek through the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
- • Ski and Snowboard the Southern Alps in Queenstown.
Itinerary
1-2
3
4-6
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8-9
10
11-13
14-16
17-19
20-22
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Accommodations
Auckland, New Zealand
The Auckland City Hotel is a modern boutique-style hotel in the center of the city. Here you’ll recharge from your international flight and walk around Auckland and explore.
Rotorua, New Zealand
While in New Zealand, you’ll stay at either The Backyard Inn or the Four Canoes Hotel Rotorua. Both locations provide comfortable and down to earth accommodations where you can unwind and enjoy thermal pools after a day of exploring Rotorua.
Whakahoro Region, New Zealand
Everyone who has stayed at the Blue Duck Lodge has described it as the true New Zealand! Breathtaking scenery, secluded and a genuine experience. Blue Duck is sure to be something that you will talk about forever.
Tongariro National Park, New Zealand
The Park Hotel Ruapehu property has a great ski lodge feel to it and offers a fantastic stay due to its great restaurant and proximity to the base of Mt. Tongariro. The large hot tub will certainly be enjoyed after your amazing trek across the mountain.
Queenstown, New Zealand
Here is lodge-living condo style. Each unit at the Pinewood Lodge has multiple rooms and bathrooms as well as common rooms, kitchens and lounge space. The Queenstown resort area is just a few minutes walk, allowing us to easily explore and enjoy this incredible area.
Sydney, Australia
The Sydney Harbour YHA is located right in the centre of all the action! Enjoy amazing facilities including private rooms for our group with in-room bathrooms, a group lounge and meeting area, and a rooftop terrace offering incredible views of the harbour and the Sydney Opera House. This is truly one of the best locations in the city.
Atherton Tablelands, Australia
Nestled amidst the magnificent Atherton Tablelands and close to the rainforest, your three night On The Wallaby Lodge adventure will definitely be a highlight!
Cairns, Australia
Beautiful tropical surroundings and modern contemporary style is waiting for you at Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort. Each of the resort’s 314 rooms feature a private terrace or balcony facing either the lagoon swimming pool, lush tropical gardens or Cairns city. The city location is ideal with easy access to the award-winning Esplanade and Cairns attractions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Who are the staff and what are their qualifications?
Our staff are educators, guidance counselors, coaches, college and university students, former camp counselors, residence life coordinators, community volunteers, world travelers, and other leaders with diverse backgrounds. Many are former participants themselves who couldn’t get enough of the Westcoast experience! Learn more about our summer leaders.
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What if I need to contact my teen during the program?
Participants may bring their cell phones so parents may call and message their kids directly. You may also contact our Communication Centers which serve as the official link between programs on the road and parents. We are staffed every day during the summer and have somebody on call for after hours emergencies ready to assist you 24/7.
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What is the difference between an Active Teen Tour and a Global Adventure program?
Our Active Teen Tours offer larger group sizes (generally 35-48 participants) and travel in deluxe motor coaches. Accommodations include quality hotels and fun college residences.
Global Adventures are smaller group experiences (generally up to 26 participants). Groups travel by private motor coaches and occasional public transportation internationally, and use passenger vans in the USA. While these programs have a slightly bigger focus on adventure travel, we stay in quality hotels and lodges, always ensuring a good night’s rest.