Fiji, Australia & New Zealand
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Fiji
Orientation and Community Service:
Upon arrival in Nadi, the group will have a three-day orientation at one of Fiji's beautiful beachside hostels. Over the next week the group will be building low-cost houses or other community development projects for underprivileged Fijian families on this Pacific Island. Accommodations will be in a Community Hall or with families in the local village. This is an excellent introduction to Fijian culture.New Zealand
Outdoor Ed. School:
As you continue your travels in New Zealand you'll spend 5 days at an outdoor leadership school, learning outdoor skills, doing a ropes course, hiking, etc. The group will also have the opportunity to do a full-day trek on the North Island through the Tangariro Crossing and what is fabled to be one of the most beautiful parts of New Zealand.
Organic Farming & Conservation Work:
The group will split up for a week to live in two different intentional organic communities on the North Island. Most of New Zealand is agricultural which means that the group will be volunteering in a truly Kiwi experience. Work with the NZ Conservation Trust on one of their many worthwhile environmental projects (exact location and project varies from one semester to the next).South Island Travel:
The group will have some time to explore the beauty of the South Island, including visits to Milford Sound and Queenstown, the adventure capital of NZ!Australia
Outback Conservation Project and Aboriginal Culture:
The group will arrive by plane in Sydney, have a few days to explore the city, then travel to Alice Springs or another site to participate in rugged outdoor conservation work for two weeks in the surrounding countryside. The group will spend some time experiencing different aspects of Aboriginal culture - hearing tales of the Dreamtime (traditional stories about the Ancestors) as well as exploring sacred sites of the Aboriginals in Australia's Outback.Spiritual Programme:
Spend 6 days at this peaceful Buddhist Monastary and Retreat Center receiving an introduction to Tibetan Buddhism and meditation as well as yoga.
Great Barrier Reef - SCUBA:
5 incredible days learning to SCUBA dive at one of the world's most spectacular dive locations. This course will lead to PADI Basic Open Water Certification. Higher levels of certification are available to those who have Basic certification.Program Details
Program Dates:
Spring 2010: February 10 - May 4, 2010
Fall 2010: September 8 - December 1, 2010
Group Size:
A maximum of 12 students and two adult leaders
Eligibility:
Ages 17 and Up
Academic Credit:
Up to 18 credits available
Language Requirement:
None
Starting & Ending:
Los Angeles, California. Our travel agent will price the best deals and notify participants.
Admissions:
No deadline - applications accepted on a rolling basis until start date.
Program Fee:
$9,900 Program fee includes all food, accommodations, and scheduled program activities for the duration of the program. International airfare, health insurance and spending money are extra. International airfare we estimate will cost between $2400 and $2800. For information on Financial Aid click here.
Carpe Diem's study abroad programs in Fiji, New Zealand, and Australia are primarily attended by gap year and college students. Traveling to the South Pacific gives students an opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful regions of the world, as they take the time to learn more about themselves. This study abroad program gives students a thorough understanding and appreciation of South Pacific indigenous culture, and provides them with countless opportunities to get in touch with nature.
Spending part of your gap year in Australia and the South Pacific is the perfect opportunity to explore the world as you work towards college credit. Up to 18 college credits are available for this exciting Carpe Diem journey, helping incorporate "time on" into your time off. Almost all of our students come back from their overseas studies feeling refreshed and renewed, with a newfound purpose for their education and greater direction for their lives.
Study abroad in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji and have the time of your life! Please contact us for further information.
The above video is of a Maori Haka dance that a recent student group was priveleged to learn - a warrior's dance similar to a Hawaiian Haka. For more videos please visit our You Tube page.
