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Seamester: Bali to South Africa - 90 Days
Cast off from the idyllic island of Palau, one of 500 islands in an archipelago that forms part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean, and spend a semester at sea aboard S/Y Argo or S/Y Vela following in the wake of Captain Cook from Indonesia across the southern Indian Ocean to South Africa. This academic adventure breaks from the beaten path to visit some of the world’s most remo...
Cast off from the idyllic island of Palau, one of 500 islands in an archipelago that forms part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean, and spend a semester at sea aboard S/Y Argo or S/Y Vela following in the wake of Captain Cook from Indonesia across the southern Indian Ocean to South Africa. This academic adventure breaks from the beaten path to visit some of the world’s most remote visions of paradise. This voyage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sail across the Southern Indian Ocean to Cape Town via Bali, Christmas Island, and Mauritius. The voyage offers a full complement of academics, allowing students to earn 12 college credits. Additionally, this voyage will prove to be an exciting travel adventure emphasizing blue-water sailing skills development, SCUBA divin...
Program Highlights
Discover picturesque destinations such as Bali, Gili Islands, Komodo, Christmas Island, Cocos Keeling, Mauritius, and South Africa.
Earn twelve academic credits from the University of South Florida for the Nautical Science, Marine Biology, Oceanography, and Leadership classes taught aboard.
Achieve the International Crew, Navigation Master, and even Master of Yachts 200 Ton Theory sailing certifications from IYT (International Yacht Training).
Learn to scuba dive and earn the PADI Open Water certification or further your experience by completing the PADI Advanced Open Water, Rescue, or Divemaster courses.
Fine-tune your leadership skills as you become an integral part of the crew, sailing over 7500 nautical miles and being responsible for every aspect of life aboard a sailing vessel.
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Heavy weather sailing aboard Argo
Quick Details
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Mauritius
- Multiple Countries
- South Africa
- Fall
- Communications
- Environmental Studies
- Leadership
- Marine Biology
- All Nationalities
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
Greatest Experience Ever!
by: Taylor Shedd - Orcas Island, WashingtonProgram: Seamester: Bali to South Africa - 90 DaysSeaMester was truly the best experience of my life! I learned so much about myself, academics, practical skills, soft skills, and cultures all while sailing aboard a yacht across an ocean. Living on a boat is amazing and living so close to other students and your professors is a wonderful way to learn and grow. Some of my best friends are from this trip and they include the staff members on board. Along with all of this, SeaMester is so much fun!
It has made me want to keep travelling, sailing, exploring, and adventuring.
by: Joshua KesterProgram: Seamester: Bali to South Africa - 90 DaysI think the uniqueness of the program is what makes it so interesting. I did not find any other programs for a semester abroad that could take me to so many different parts of the world. Also the fact that we became part of the crew and were the ones physically sailing across the Indian Ocean is an experience not many get to have. My favorite part of the program is hard to pinpoint because it all was amazing. If I had to pick one I’d say anytime we were sailing without the motor because it w...
Program Details
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Locations
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Mauritius
- Multiple Countries
Types & Subjects
- Adventure Travel
- Communications
- Eco Tours
- Environmental Studies
Availability
Years Offered: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- After College
- During College
- Post High School
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accomodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
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Josh Kester
Participated in 2014
Josh is currently in his third year at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he is studying environmental science. He plays varsity socc...
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