Encounter Australia is experienced at catering for large groups of students wishing to learn about Australian culture, study English or simply expand their horizons. Groups will have itineraries tailored to suit their needs, just let us know what activities you would like to undertake and we can organise your stay from start to finish. Below are some examples of what we can offer you on your educational tour. We can organise your stay anywhere in Australia, you are not restricted to the capital cities. E-mail us on info@encounter-australia.com.au to find out more.


EDUCATIONAL ADELAIDE PACKAGE FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL GROUPS (E-W-01)
DAY 1 Sights Of Adelaide And Wildlife Education
See the sights of Adelaide and the South Australian Museum. Proceed to the Gorge Wildlife Park where you can learn about native Australian wildlife.

(L/D)
DAY 2 Local School Visit And Willow Creek Farm
Visit a local Australian school and meet the students. Experience Australian farm life, including feeding the farm animals, milking the cows and horse riding.

(B/L/D)
DAY 3 Willow Creek Farm And Victor Harbour Penguin Parade
In the morning enjoy activities such as a blacksmith talk and demonstration, tennis, butter making, wagon ride and hand ploughing. Travel to Victor Harbor to visit the Whale Centre, and then take a horse drawn tram ride to Granite Island to see the fairy penguins.

(B/L/D)
DAY 4 Kangaroo Island
Board the luxury ferry and cruise to Kangaroo Island. Visit the Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery, enjoy a guided informative walk amongst a colony of resting sea lions, explore the Flinders Chase National Park, see bizarre formations at Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch. Experience a true Aussie BBQ lunch before cruising back to Adelaide.

(B/L/D)
DAY 5 Historic Hahndorf And Monarto Zoo Safari
Meander through the picturesque Adelaide Hills on your way to the historic German township of Hahndorf. Stop at Mount Lofty Summit to see the panoramic views of Adelaide and the surrounding regions. Visit the Beerenberg Strawberry Farm where you may have the opportunity to pick strawberries straight from the vine (seasonal)! Explore Hahndorf then continue to the Monarto Zoo. Here you will take a guided African style safari, seeing Giraffes, Zebras, Cheetas, Antelopes and much more.

(B/L/D)
DAY 6 Aboriginal Cultural Centre And 3d Movie Experience
See a didgeridoo performance and Aboriginal artworks at the Tandanya Aboriginal Cultural Centre. Enjoy free time at the Adelaide Central Markets and see a movie at the IMAX theatre.

(B/L/D)
DAY 7 Investigator Science Centre
Visit the Investigator Science Centre where you can explore the ideas and concepts of science and technology in a fun environment. There are interactive "hands on" activities and special events are offered throughout the year. Depart Adelaide.


(B)
PERTH STUDENT EDUCATION TOUR (E-W-02)
DAY 1 Arrive Perth / Perth And Fremantle City Sights
Be met upon arrival and transfer to your hotel. Today take a tour of Perth and nearby Fremantle to examine the settlement and planning of these regions. Visit the Geological Museum at the University of Western Australia, which puts a local perspective on a fascinating collection of geological subjects, from plate tectonics to the story of gold. Lunch at McDonalds arranged by tour leader.

(D)
DAY 2 Pinnacles Desert
Explore the mystical Pinnacles Desert, with it's many limestone pillars resembling ruins of an ancient city. Visit the town of Cervantes to view it's pristine beaches.

(B/L/D)
DAY 3 Perth / Margaret River
This morning begin your tour to the southern region of Margaret River well known for it's top quality wineries. Visit the coastal town of Busselton before exploring the actual Margaret River including the mouth of the river which runs out to the Indian Ocean.

(B/L/D)
DAY 4 Margaret River / Luciville Farm Stay
This morning visit the Jewel Cave, which has massive pillars of naturally sculptured stalactites. Then proceed to Luciville Farm for a taste of farm life. See sheep, cattle, horses, chickens and more.

(B/L/D)
DAY 5 Luciville / Albany
Depart the farm this morning and travel to the giant Kauri Forests and take a walk through the forest along the Tree Top boardwalk. Continue to the coastal town of Albany.

(B/L/D)
DAY 6 Albany / Perth
Today is spent travelling from Albany to Perth.

(B/L)
DAY 7 Leadership Training
Enjoy a full day of leadership training through a variety of fun activities, including team communication activities, problem solving and initiative exercises, urban orienteering, raft building and paddle.

(B/L)
DAY 8 Morning Free For Shopping / Afternoon Departure Flight
(B)