Programme Details
Spend time in a part of the country that most travellers will never get to visit. This will give you a fantastic insight into the real Australia and the famous ‘outback’ lifestyle.
Your days will start early allowing you to enjoy the tranquil peace of the early morning with a quick breakfast before heading up to the farm to start the activities. Some of the outback activities that you have the chance to do include:
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Quad biking
- Horse riding
- Mustering
- General farm hand work such as fencing and driving tractors
There will also be time to go on bush walks and simply relax and enjoy the tranquility of the outback!
There are two options for this programme depending on whether you would like to take part in paid work after your farm training or whether you simply want to learn some new skills and have fun for a week. Call us to discuss your options for this fun and unique programme!
Option A - Outback Ranch Training Week and Paid Work
Upon arrival you will spend four nights in Brisbane where you will have assistance arranging a bank account, tax number, medicare and a mobile number, with free time to explore.
You will then spend five nights at the training ranch learning farm skills that will prepare you for working on farms and ranches across Australia. Upon completion of the course you receive a 12-month job finding service allowing you to work and play as and when you wish.
Option B - Outback Ranch Training Experience
Option B does not involve paid work and is a great way to learn new skills, experience the Aussie outback and have some fun!
Upon arrival into Australia you will spend two nights in Brisbane where you can relax, soak up the sun, and go sightseeing. You will then be transferred to the training ranch where, amongst other things, you will have the opportunity to try your hand at driving a tractor riding quad and motorbikes, using a chain saw and mustering cattle. There will also be the opportunity to go on bush walks and learn about the Aussie outdoors.
Programme Cost Includes:
- Meet at Brisbane airport and transferred to Brisbane accommodation
- 2 nights accommodation in Brisbane
- 5 nights accommodation and all meals on the ranch
- Full training and farm activities
- Free Internet at training ranch
- 24-hour emergency service
Programme Cost Excludes:
- Flights
- Activities & meals in Brisbane
- Tourist visa (ETA)
- Travel Insurance
- All items of a personal nature - gifts, clothing etc.
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