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Tropical Cairns
‘HOT’ and ‘LOVE’ go hand in hand. We’re talking hot weather and loving Cairns – what were you thinking?!
In Tropical Cairns all worries melt away. You’ll be met with sandy shores, pristine rainforests, natural
wonders like the Great Barrier Reef and adventurous activities in an environment like no other.
The choice is endless in Cairns so to make sure you get the experience you really want - mix & match with our options
below:

Hot Accommodation Offer: $71 pp for 4 nights

Includes one free night | Based on dorm share student rate at Njoy Travellers Resort

Add on White water Add on Cape Tribulation

rafting FROM $197*pp Reef & Rainforest 2 Days
Pin on your ‘brave face’ as you FROM $325 pp
prepare for grade 3-4 rapids. After Head up to the Daintree Rainforest
spending the morning rafting down and get back to nature while you
the Tully River you’ll be hanging explore the habitat. Stay overnight
out for a breather and a true-blue and head out to the Great Barrier
Aussie BBQ! There’s no rest for the Reef the following day. Check out
wicked it’s back on the rapids in the the abundant marine life & coral
afternoon for one more ride. before heading back to Cairns.
*includes $30 local payment

ADD ON SKYDIVE ADD ON BUNGY JUMP

FROM $326*pp FROM $132*pp
Circle high up above Cairns’ tropical Fancy jumping fifty metres from a
rainforest before unleashing yourself platform above Queensland’s lush
from the plane and plummeting up rainforest, with nothing more than
to 14,000 feet to the ground at a bit of elastic separating you from
extreme speeds! One for all you thrill the ground below? With AJ Hackett
seekers, a tandem parachute jump you can! Bring nothing except
gives you the most incredible skydive nerves of steel; a spare pair of
experience in a beautiful location. underpants is a good idea too.
*Includes local payment of $25 *Includes local payment of $5

AIRLIE BEACH
Whitsundays Sailing Add On – from $399 pp
Experience two super fast days and two thrilling nights on this fully crewed sailing tour of the
Whitsunday Islands. Your tour includes two snorkelling experiences on Fringing Island Coral Reefs,
a Scuba Diving opportunity, a visit to spectacular Whitehaven Beach and an island bush walk. You
will anchor each night in a smooth water bay, so sleeping is super-comfy. All aboard!

HERVEY BAY
Fraser Island Add on - from $318*pp
Get the best of both of both worlds with this two day adventure. Spend action packed days
discovering the wonders of World Heritage Fraser Island and fun nights enjoying restaurant meals
a decent bed to sleep in and partying in the Dingo Bar. A hassle free way of exploring Fraser
Island with no tents, no driving and no cooking!
* Includes $18 local payment

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 NEW ZEALAND SOUTHERN EXPLORER
Not one for the faint hearted or
short sighted…
The land of the Long White Cloud is breath-taking to
say the least! You’ll be met with sceneries that have
made it into movies like The Lord of the Rings, accents
that make six sound like something else and air so clean
you’ll believe god started here on the first day...take this
trip and see for yourself!
Your seven-day adventure starts with a journey across
the Canterbury Plains to the West Coast. For jaw-
dropping views, take an optional helicopter flight over
the Franz Joseph Glaciers and if Lake Matheson feels
like giving you that picture perfect photo then it would
definitely be rude not to capture it! The next day it’s all
about hiking - through ice-caves, across ice-rivers &
out of helicopters. Travel through Hasst Pass on your
way to the adventure mecca - Queenstown.
Once you hit Queenstown you’ll realise you’ve hit the
‘place to play’ but you’ll have a hard time choosing
between all the activities on offer – from the Nevis
Fiji. Words don’t do this place justice…instead we’d
encourage you to watch Blue Lagoon again – and not
just for Brooke Shields! The Southern Yasawa Islands
have it all – monolithic mountains, blue blue seas and
amazing aquatic life.
Your seven-day adventure starts with a cruise around
the Yasawas. You’ll travel the length of the Island
chain arriving at the Blue Lagoon region around
lunchtime. This is where your Yasawa experience
really begins and is the perfect place to enjoy an
unparalleled diving experience. Day two will see
you enjoying a boat trip to the Sawailau Caves and
underwater caverns but day three is all yours baby –
choose to relish in the resort facilities, chill out on the
beach or laze about in bed all day – and night if you
so please!
You’ll spend the next two days heading off to the
southern most islands which are dominated by
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Bungy, Sky diving from 15,000ft, Shotover Jet, Canyon 7 DAYS from
$995pp
Swings…the list goes on! Once your adrenalin fix
has been satiated you’ll be off to the Fiordlands and
visiting the amazingly scenic town of Te Anu before
you finish up in Milford Sound for an overnight cruise
– the towering tree lined cliffs & stunning waterways
will leave you awe-inspired. You’ll head out of the
Fiordlands via the historic Kawara river, home to more
HIGHLIGHTS
Lord of the Rings scenery, then through Lindis Pass
where you’ll lodge overnight beside the tranquil Lake
Ohau - a place where a quiet drink (or five) will help
you take in the beauty of Mt Cook. After departing • GLACIER WALK
nce
• Kiwi Farm Experie
Lake Ohau you’ll head to the sheep country of Fairlie,
where you’ll see the Collie dogs in action at a Kiwi Farm
Experiencee. It’s then off to Christchurch to say your • ORIGINAL BUNGY SITE
farewells. • LAKE OHAU
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What’s included: 6 nights accommodation, 10 • MILFORD SOUND CRUI
meals, see how they work a sheep station, Fox Glacier, • 3NTS QUEENSTOWN
overnight cruise in Milford Sound, Queenstown, Lake
Ohau and the Kawarau Bungy site, Modern coach
transport & Trip Leader.
Fiji Island Explorer
monolithic mountains where the great range of 7 DAYS from
$899pp
activities on offer will leave you wondering what you
spend all your time at home doing. Choose from two
of three of the following activities; the summit walk,
reef snorkelling trip and a guided kayaking trip.
Day six screams relaxation – beach-it or snorkel the
day away before heading to South Sea or Bounty
Island for the night. Your last day will involve a
HIGHLIGHTS
special outing aboard ‘Seaspray’ – sailing the outer
Mamanuca Islands. Enjoy the crystal clear waters,
a traditional Fijian village visit, a Kava ceremony
n
• Blue Lagoon regio
and visit the island featured in Tom Hanks movie
‘Castaway’. All drinks, morning/afternoon tea and a
BBQ lunch is included today. • Sawailau Caves
What’s included: 6 nights accommodation, 19 • Swim with Manta
meals, Sawailau Caves, Summit Walk, choice of guided Rays (seasonal)
kayaking or reef trip & ‘Seaspray’ day sailing adventure. • Fijian Village
• Kava Ceremony
• Snorkelling

Uluru – ayers rock
Sunsets galore…
On arrival at Alice Springs you’ll be whisked off to
your hostel – no snoozing till the evening though, the
afternoon still calls! If you need a ‘lil recommendation
from us, two must-do afternoon activities are checking
out the Kangaroo Rescue Centre or hitting the local
markets (if you’re lucky enough to arrive on Sunday).
Next morning you’ll be on your way to visit the Outback
Camel Farm – and if you’re game, ride one! From here
you’ll continue on to Uluru (Ayers Rock) where you’ll
tuck into some Aussie food, check out Kata Tjuta and
hike the Valley of the Winds. Come sunset you’ll return
to Uluru to savour some champers and listen to the
dingos call while sleeping under the stars.
Up bright and early the following morning you’ll watch
the sun over Uluru some more – this time round it’ll
5 DAYS from
$647*pp
rise rather than fall. Take the early morning stroll like
nan and pops and walk around the base. After another
well-deserved meal you can don a pair of heels – just
like Priscilla Queen of the Desert – and strut on the top
of Kings Canyon. Next day you’ll return back to your
hostel in Alice Springs before washing up and hitting the
local – just make sure it’s the famous Bojangles! Come
morning that’s all folks – you’ll board your plane back
home…if only holidays could last forever?
What’s included: Accommodation in Alice Springs,
Outback Camel Farm – camel riding is at own expense
(and pleasure), Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Valley of the Winds,
Kings Canyon, The Amphitheatre and some meals.
*Includes local payment of $25

Gold Coast
Sun, Sand, Surf and seriously Sexy
Surf Lifesavers…
Everyone knows that us Aussies are renowned for sun,
sand and surf and the Gold Coast doesn’t disappoint!
Not only does this region offer sparkling seas, sandy
shores and sultry weather but your need for speed,
height or perhaps the affection of wild and wonderful
creatures (we’re talking reptiles and small fluffy animals
not surf lifesavers!) will be taken care of at one of the
various theme parks dotted throughout the region.
How about you start off by conquering your fear of
heights with Dreamworld’s Tower of Terror or hopping
over to Tiger World and getting up close with the
5 days from
$322pp
Sumatran Tigers. While you’re in the region we can’t
brag enough about the world famous Steve Irwin
Australia Zoo – home to over 1000 native and exotic
wildlife species.
Come the end of the day, the sun might retire but it
doesn’t mean you have to! The Gold Coast has loads
of clubs, restaurants and parties sure to satisfy your
appetite.
What’s included: 4 nights dorm-share
accommodation, admission to Australia Zoo
& 1 day Dream World Theme Park Pass.

Great Ocean Road
Get driving…
You’ll start out your journey with a ride from Melbourne
to the Grampians National Park – a place steeped in
history. Here you’ll hike through the breathtaking
Wonderland Range, grab some lunch at the Brambuk
Aboriginal Cultural Centre, hike to the remarkable Jaws
of Death and Balconies Lookout and experience the
beauty of the sweeping views surrounding the ranges
– phew! You’ll cool off at the base of inspirational
MacKenzie Falls before arriving at your overnight
Grampians lodging. Next day we’ll get your heart
pumping with a challenging hike to the ‘Pinnacle’ where
breathtaking views of the national park stretch out into
the yonder. After this you’ll head towards the coast
and at Warrnambool there’s a chance to spot whales
(seasonal).
This day’s your last but you’ll be hanging out for more
so enjoy it while it lasts! The day starts out with either
3 days from
$445pp
a helicopter ride over the amazing 12 Apostles or a
walk down the Gibson Steps to get another angle of the
limestone stacks before visiting the Otway Fly, a tree
top walk elevated to 25 metres above the forest floor.
You’ll pass through the magnificent rainforests of the
Otway National Park, before stopping for lunch in Apollo
Bay. Your trip back to Melbourne hugs the coastline
as you pass through Lorne, before stopping to search
for koalas. You’ll check out world famous surf spot,
Bells Beach, and even stop for a spot of shopping at
Torquay – home of surf labels Quiksilver and Rip Curl.
After grabbing a bargain or two, it’s back to the city in
the early evening.
What’s included: 2 nights dorm-share
accommodation, National Park entry fees, experience
Guide, Great Ocean Road, Grampians National Park,
Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch, Otway Fly Tree Top
walk & more.

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