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Australia & Bali Gap Semester | Pacific Discovery

by: Pacific Discovery

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Embark on a 10-week journey through Australia and Bali designed to challenge, inspire, and transform. Explore wild coastlines, vibrant cultures, and rich biodiversity while gaining confidence, purpose, and lifelong friendships. Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, surf Bali’s iconic waves, and take part in hands-on conservation and community projects led by trusted local partners. Dive into Indigenous...

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Program Highlights

Learn to ride waves from surfing-guru instructors during not one but two surfs camp.

Learn to cook your favorite Balinese dish or get an introduction to making traditional Batiks.

Canyoning adventure in the Blue Mountains (swimming, jumping, and abseiling through waterfalls).

Island-hopping in the spectacular Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef.

Hike, swim and spot koalas on Magnetic Island.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Blue Mountains, Australia
  • Bali, Indonesia
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 9-12 Weeks
Cost Per Week$1500-2000
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Adventure Types:
  • Backpacking
  • Camping
  • Climbing
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Community Development
  • Conservation
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

2025 Finalist - Innovation in DiversityGoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Gap Year AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - Gap YearPeople’s Choice Award 2023 FinalistInnovation in Sustainability 2023 FinalistInnovation in Sustainability 2023 WinnerTop Rated Gap Year Provider 2022Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad Finalist 2022Innovation in Marketing & Digital Media Finalist 2022Top Rate Organization 2021 - Gap Year

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.38

Total Reviews

8

Made memories that will stick with me for my entire life

April 18, 2025by: Evan HuffProgram: Australia & Bali Gap Semester | Pacific Discovery
10

10/10 would recommend, made memories that will stick with me for my entire life and made some amazing friends

Some of the best times and memories of my life

April 09, 2025by: Lauren LeMenaProgram: Australia & Bali Gap Semester | Pacific Discovery
8

Traveling Australia and Bali with an amazing group of people for 10 weeks were some of the best times and memories of my life. I learned so much about myself and the world, and I feel like I am leaving the program a more confident version of myself!

Experience to grow and learn

April 09, 2025by: Megan NortonProgram: Australia & Bali Gap Semester | Pacific Discovery
10

Hands down the coolest way for students to travel and experience the world safely and in a group dynamic. Extremely happy our daughter had this experience to grown and learn and live!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Blue Mountains, Australia
  • Bali, Indonesia

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Backpacking
  • Camping
  • Climbing

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 9-12 Weeks
Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • Post High School

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Cost per week

$1500-2000

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application
    • Phone/Video Interview
    • Written Application
    • Other

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