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Byron Bay
Byron Bay: Clean white beaches, lush rainforest, rugged coastal cliffs and a vibrant culture!
As a participant in Divemaster programme Australia you will be able to fully immerse yourself in one of Australia's world-renowned coastal destinations. Byron Bay boasts kilometres of unspoiled beaches, world heritage national parks, a truly laid-back vibe, and a diverse culture embracing a full range of eclectic locals and travellers alike.
An international hot-spot, Byron provides something for everyone on every budget. Byron offers a myriad of adventure activities such as surfing, sea kayaking, mountain biking, and sky diving as well as a relaxed open air café culture, fine dining, live music and hopping nightlife! Whatever your preference, you will be able to fill your days and nights exploring this famed region in depth before, during, and/or after your program.
Location
Byron is located on the far north coast of New South Wales, and is easily accessible from Coolangatta and Brisbane International airports (45 minutes, 2 hours, respectively).
Climate
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Average Air temperature:
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Summer: 21-30°C
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Winter: 12-22°C
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Average water temp: 20-27°C
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Live on the edge in Australia
Compared to many countries around the World, Australia is deadly. There are many animals and an insect that can easily harm you and that live alongside the population – sounds great, doesn’t it?
But this has never put gap year students off going to the beautiful country. You can explore and see animals that you will have never had the chance to encounter before, and may have only seen on your TV.
There are so many things that Australia can offer to different travellers. Amazing buildings such as the Sydney Opera House and national parks such as the Kakadu National Park are all there for you to enjoy and take advantage of.
You can enjoy the relaxation of the beaches and the thrill of bike rides throughout the towns and cities. The possibilities of what you can do in Australia are simply endless. Cannons are roaming with wild animals that are just waiting for you to discover and see first hand. Cities are thriving and popular, and towns are quiet and peaceful. You can explore the wilderness or live the lifestyle. It is what you make of it. It is the idyllic way of life of being able to step out of your front door and walk to a national park which makes Australia so different to many modern countries. There are mornings that you make wake to find a crocodile in the swimming pool, or snakes harvesting in the garden!
This is nothing like the things you would normally experience at home, and that is what gap years are for. They are there for you to learn and understand about different countries and ways of life. Enjoy the modern bars and restaurants that are awaiting your visit in the cities, and the small cafes that are in the towns. All you have to do is walk down a high street and you will have everything on offer for you.
Global cuisine and sea food restaurants are very popular, so you can be sure that there is going to be something new to try wherever you go! Meet friendly locals and go on tours throughout the country that will widen your views on the show stopping scenery that is on offer. From buildings to natural environments, there is always something to see and do when you are in Australia. It is the country that never stops and is never boring. You can make the most out of your gap year and enjoy every second.
There is nothing holding you back from living on the edge with wild, dangerous animals that are around each corner. Relish in the weather and the sunshine that you may not get back home and learn new life changing experiences and ways of life. The aim is to have the most amazing gap year possible, and there is no better place to offer you this than Australia. You will not have to learn new languages and you will find that you can adapt to the animals and way of life very quickly and easily. The sights, smells and experiences are there and waiting for you!
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