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South Pacific Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year

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Spend a gap semester in Australia and New Zealand. Located in the heart of the South Pacific, each is uniquely informed by Indigenous cultures, European colonization, and diverse ecosystems. Both nations highlight the ever-evolving relationships between Indigenous cultures and colonizing forces, plus the challenges of balancing environmental conservation with the economics of industry and tourism....

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Program Highlights

Engage with conservationists: Work with farmers and scientists to explore the effects of climate change, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable living.

Sharpen your outdoor adventure skills: Hike, bike, rappel, and sea kayak with the backdrop of a wonderland of lush forests, rugged mountains, and stunning ocean coastlines.

Suit up and dive in: View legendary crystal clear waters and rich biodiversity as you learn about marine conservation and swim, snorkel, or even scuba off the reefs.

Engage deeply in indigenous practices: Delve into the history and culture of the Māori community, indigenous rights, and take part in traditional ceremonies.

Foster positive change: As is the Carpe Diem way, take time to reflect on the challenges you witness and how you can contribute to making the world a better place.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Sydney, Australia
  • Multiple Countries
  • Rural Areas, New Zealand
Availability
Year(s) Offered2026Duration:
  • 3-6 Months
Cost Per Week$2000-$5000
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Gap Year
  • Homestays
  • Outdoor Education
Guidelines:
  • American
  • Canadian
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - Innovation in Alumni EngagementGoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist -	Volunteer Abroad ProgramInnovative Study Abroad Program 2023 FinalistTop Rated Gap Year Provider 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9

Total Reviews

3

A life changing experience!

January 23, 2019by: Marin Allen - United StatesProgram: South Pacific Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year
9

It was an amazing experience that facilitated personal growth in many ways. I learned more about living with and cooking for a big group of people and practiced new self care techniques that have stayed with me since. Experiencing new cultures was a long needed experience for me.

Amazing gap year experience!

May 28, 2018by: Scott Penfield - United StatesProgram: South Pacific Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year
8

With a great combination of activities that pushed us out of our physical and mental comfort zones, Carpe Diem's South Pacific Gap Year was a truly incredible and life-changing semester! We traveled almost all of New Zealand from north to south, spent a week living in a remote village in Fiji, and whipped through a huge portion of Australia in four short weeks. There was a good balance of structure and free time, with great cultural immersion programs that increased our knowledge of the places we were and the history surrounding them. I learned a ton about environmental issues and how to live in better harmony with the Earth through my day-to-day life. Our overseas educators, Eric and Lolly, were very passionate and willing to share their experiences with us on a personal level. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who is unsure of whether traditional college is the right choice for them!

Carpe Diem South Pacific: BEST EXPERIENCE I HAVE EVER HAD

October 04, 2016by: Hannah - United StatesProgram: South Pacific Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year
10

Carpe Diem Education is an amazing program that has changed my life in so many amazing ways. I have been home for almost a year now and it is crazy how much I miss the everyday hustle and bustle of my Carpe trip. Every day was a new experience from waking up and milking cows to scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef. This program was a perfect balance between work and play. The leaders for my Carpe trip were nothing short of amazing, they would push us to do our best always and were so unbelievably qualified I never once felt unsafe or at risk of danger the entire 3 months. If anyone out there is looking for an experience of a lifetime Carpe Diem Education is the trip for you. <3 Hongi fall 2014

Mountaineering tripPicture taking dayThe Outback

Program Details

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Locations

  • Sydney, Australia
  • Multiple Countries
  • Rural Areas, New Zealand

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Gap Year

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Duration:
  • 3-6 Months
Gap Year Timing:
  • Post High School
  • During College

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • Canadian
  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Cost per week

$2000-$5000

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Accommodation
  • All Program Activity Costs

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Some high school, no diploma
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application
  • Physical Exam/Health Records

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Spend a gap semester in Australia and New Zealand. Located in the heart of the South Pacific, each is uniquely informed by Indigenous cultures, European colonization, and diverse ecosystems. Both nations highlight the ever-evolving relationships between Indigenous cultures and colonizing forces, plus the challenges of balancing environmental conservation with the economics of industry and tourism. Both island nations also offer ample opportunities for outdoor adventures in some of the most picturesque regions in the world! Carpe Diem Education offers a unique opportunity to explore these island nations—from the majestic Abel Tasman region of New Zealand, with lush mountain valleys and iconic ocean shores, to Australia's largest tropical rainforest and stunning beaches. Learn about the imp...

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