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Australasia

Australasia is a perfect career break travel idea for those with a love of the sun and the great outdoors.

Take a career break to Australasia if you want to get involved with environmental conservation projects in the great Aussie outback or if you want to mix your adrenaline sports with some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, a career break to New Zealand is a perfect choice.


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Destinations

 
Australia 7-day PADI Scuba Course

Gain the skills and qualifications to explore marine life below the surface. Take part in classroom training, real dives and a three-day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, and get an internationally recognised certificate.

From £399

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Australia Golf Training Academy

Improve your swing at an academy on the Gold Coast. Take advantage of professional tuition, the latest training methods, two fantastic courses - and beautiful weather! The academy caters for all abilities.

From £2099

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Australia Greyhound Bus Pass

Pick a bus pass and see Australia at your own pace. Take in Sydney, the outback, Cairns, Melbourne, the Great Barrier Reef and more. Choose what you want to see and how long you spend in each place.

 

From £40

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Australia Island and Wildlife Volunteers

The rare opportunity to work closely with some of Australia’s most endearing wildlife. In addition to feeding and maintenance duties, you will assist staff during wildlife handling tours with the public, including breakfast with the koalas!

From £899

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Australia Island Experience

Carry out conservation work on the Wollongong coastline. Help with tree planting and seed collecting – and see plenty of wildlife. Afterwards, you can relax on nearby Montague Island and learn about its history and heritage.

From £1099

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Australia Koala Sanctuary Volunteers

Ideal for anyone fond of wildlife and the outdoors, as you will be helping sanctuary keepers to care for animals such as koalas, kangaroo and other native Australian species.

From £329

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Australia Northern Territory Tour

Family Friendly! The very best of the northern territory on a 12-day tour! Enjoy incredible views of Uluru (Ayers Rock), trek through Kings Canyon, swim in Litchfield National Park waterfalls, sleep under the stars, take a dip in thermal pools at Katherine Gorge and Croc spot on Mary River!

From £589

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Australia Outback Ranch Training

Save £90 when you book this programme! Live the outdoor life and pick up the skills needed to work on a ranch. Learn to muster, horse ride and more. Take a paid job and work on a ranch afterwards or just learn for fun!

From £749

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Australia Sailing Courses

Learn to sail, in paradise. Start from scratch or build on what you know to gain one of three certificates. Hands-on experience, expert theory tuition and onboard accommodation make for a comprehensive programme.

From £499

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Australia Tall Ship Sailing

Family Friendly! Sail round the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and soak up the sun. Swim in the sea, learn about hoisting the sail, hike on the islands – or just lie back and consider which drink to have.

From £399

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Australia Wildlife Park

Get involved in hands-on work with wildlife. Feed kangaroos, wallabies and birds, monitor koalas and help with tree planting and presentations to the public. A challenging but extremely rewarding project.   

From £699

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Australia Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteer

Help with the day-to-day running of a wildlife centre. Feed and handle the animals, show them to the public, take part in guided night walks and get involved with ongoing conservation projects. Perfect for animal lovers.

From £699

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Australia Work Down Under

Fund some travelling in Australia. Use our job service to find work in sales, marketing, hospitality, catering, fruit picking and more. Earn money, meet new people and travel around a varied and fascinating country.

From £299

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Australia's Ultimate Road Journey

Family Friendly! See the best-known and best-hidden attractions of Australia with a 10-day tour from east to west. Swim with dolphins, have a go at sand boarding, explore the Flinders Ranges – and make new friends along the way.

From £599

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Divemaster Course Australia

Learn everything you need to work in the diving industry. Go from beginner to qualified instructor in ten weeks, developing other useful skills along the way. The classroom is a beautifully blue ocean!  

From £3699

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Fiji Dive Culture and Conservation Programme

Sample the best of Fiji with a varied project on a beautiful island. Learn to scuba dive, or improve your skills, live with a Fijian family and take part in a conservation programme.

From £2049

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Jackaroo Cowboy School

Family Friendly! Train to be a real life Australian cowboy (or cowgirl) and experience life on a ranch in the Australian outback. You’ll be taught the fine art of Australian farming and traditional ranch skills.

From £349

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Kiwi Cowboy Experience

Family Friendly! Live the life of a cowboy or cowgirl, riding the lush lands of rural New Zealand. Explore Auckland before improving your riding skills, getting to know the sheep and trying your hand at lassoing. Great fun!

From £399

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New Zealand Conservation Experience

This conservation project in New Zealand is a great way to see the sights of New Zealand whilst giving something back by protecting the stunning environments of this fantastic destination.

From £399

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New Zealand Group Adventure Tours

Be amazed by New Zealand’s natural beauty. Choose one of our small group adventure tours and discover its glaciers, islands, fjords, mountains, beaches, thermal pools and more. A hassle-free way to explore!

From £699

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New Zealand Paid Work - Kiwi Essentials

If you are aged between 18 and 30 years old, you should think about getting yourself over the picturesque island of New Zealand for a Working Holiday of up to 23 months!

From £259

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Paid Work in Australia - Real Ultimate Aussie

With five nights in the buzzing, cosmopolitan city of Sydney and a guaranteed job offer whenever you are ready for it, Ultimate Aussie is perfect for anyone who hasn’t been travelling before and is unsure what to expect by heading over to Australia for up to a year.

From £449

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Ski and Snowboard Instructor Courses Turoa

Join the exhilarating Ski/Snowboard Instructor Programme and receive professional training to become a qualified instructor. With a globally acknowledged qualification, you will be highly proficient in instructing skiing and snowboarding. This will enable you to work in ski resorts all over the world, enjoying the mountains by day and après ski by night.

From £5599

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Tasmania Conservation Experience

If you enjoy the great outdoors and want to lend a hand to the conservation effort, then taking part in our two week Tasmania conservation programme is the ideal way to combine both passions. Not only will you take part in penguin counts, flora surveys, track maintenance and planting, you will also spend time exploring the incredible national parks, reserves, coastlines and wilderness areas that Tasmania is famous for.

From £749

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Your Complete Thailand Australia New Zealand
Spend time discovering the best parts of Thailand, Australia and New Zealand. Explore fantastic places, relax on gorgeous beaches and be part of exciting adventures. From £5999

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