Click the following for answers about ...
- Enrollment?
- Your Leaders?
- Your Group?
- What To Expect?
Or read these questions specific to this adventure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What make the Australia Adventure special?
With four plane flights within Australia, we are able to offer the most complete Australian experience possible. If you really want to experience the variety of the entire Australian continent, this trip offers what no other program does.
What will the weather be like? Isn’t it winter in the southern hemisphere?
Much of our time is spent in tropical north Queensland, which has a comparable climate to the Caribbean. While we spend time in Sydney, the weather can be a bit cooler (in the 60’s).
What is the time difference between Australia and the USA?
Australia is eighteen hours ahead of the USA (Pacific Standard Time) during the summer. If it is 12:00am on Friday in California then it is 6:00 am on Saturday in Sydney, Australia.
What will our group eat?
We will eat a mix of local fare and Wilderness Ventures favorites. Whether we are dining at a local restaurant or preparing our own meal, there will always be ample food that is both delicious and nutritious.
Do I need to know how to SCUBA dive to go on this trip?
No. The majority of our students come without diving experience. For those students who are not already certified, you will have an opportunity to obtain your diving license through the nationally recognized diving program called PADI. This is a four day course that includes classroom learning, pool sessions and open water diving. Upon your completion of this course you will be certified as an Open Water Diver. This certification is recognized world wide and is good for life.
What if I do not want to learn how to SCUBA dive?
No problem, you will be able to stay with your group. While they are SCUBA diving you will be able to swim and snorkel near the boat.
Do I need a passport?
All students traveling internationally with Wilderness Ventures must have a valid passport. If you do not already have a passport, we recommend you begin the application process as soon as you begin enrolling in your international WV trip. It normally takes six weeks to get a passport
Can my family meet me after my trip is over?
Yes. Each year, many families choose our international destinations as spots for family vacations. If you would like to meet your family after your trip is over, meeting times and places can be arranged through the WV office.
