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Eligible for 8th grade*
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Australia & Fiji

Adventure in the South Pacific

June 23 — July 14
$9,190 + airfare

Australia & Fiji

Adventure in the South Pacific

June 23 — July 14
$9,190 + airfare

Immerse yourself in the culture and wonders of the South Pacific on this summer program for high school students to Fiji and Australia. Experience the island paradise of Fiji and the rugged Outback and spectacular coral reefs of Australia. Go beyond the typical tourist experience and engage with places and cultures in exciting ways.

• Participate in a kava ceremony in a traditional Fijian village
• Spend three days experiencing the cosmopolitan city of Sydney
• Sail as part of a crew through the Whitsunday Islands
• Spot red kangaroos as you hike through the Australian Outback
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Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

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Leaders

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

A Day in the Life: Whitsunday Islands​

Due to the traveling nature of this student program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in the Whitsunday Islands.

A Day in the Life:
Whitsunday Islands​

Due to the traveling nature of this student program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in the Whitsunday Islands.
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This Program is Directed by

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If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

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This Program is Directed by

Mackenzie Grapes

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

Enroll in two programs & save $1,000!

$800 tuition discount + no application fee

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Eligible for 8th grade*​
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
Grades 7&8​
Grades 7&8​
Grades 6–8
Grades 7&8​
Australia & Fiji
Adventure in the South Pacific

2024 Dates
June 23 — July 14

Duration
22 days

Tuition
$9,190 + airfare

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
16–18 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from Los Angeles


 

Additional Info

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

 

2024 Dates
June 23 — July 14

Duration
22 days

Tuition
$9,190 + airfare


 

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
16–18 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from Los Angeles

 

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

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