Join us on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast to fine-tune your surfing skills and volunteer your time to important community initiatives.
Contribute to conservation efforts while enjoying the jaw-dropping nature and culture of Australia’s coastline from Noosa to Byron Bay. You’ll also learn about the region’s Aboriginal culture and life on a farm stay.
With a unique blend of surfing, community service, farm activities and cultural experiences, you’ll get a real taste of the local way of life on the East Coast on the ultimate school group tour.
why you’ll love this trip
- Surf some of Australia's best breaks with expert surf coaches as you road trip from Noosa to Byron Bay.
- Volunteer for an afternoon supporting the Sunshine Coast Special Olympics basketball team.
- Cook meals for a charity that supports people experiencing homelessness.
- Support cross-generational projects at an aged care facility.
- Develop new skills while camping at a farm and exploring the Glass House Mountains.
- Get the heart pumping on a jet-boat ride!
Upon arrival at Brisbane Airport, you’ll meet your Infuse Program Leaders at Brisbane Airport and then travel to your accommodation in the Glass House Mountains. After settling in, it’s time for an orientation discussion about the week ahead and the expectations for your school group tour.
Overnight: Glass House MountainsThis is a surfing trip, so today you’ll get right into it! This morning you will participate in your first surf lesson with a surf school in Coolum. Learn the basics and watch your skills develop. You will also learn about ocean safety and surf rescue.
This afternoon visit the impressive dome-shaped Mt Coolum for a short hike with spectacular coastal views. Later today we will head to a watersports complex, where you will have the opportunity to learn to wakeboard in a safe and controlled environment.
Overnight: Sunshine CoastOn days 3 and 4 of this school group tour, you will participate in your second and third surf lessons. Hopefully, you will see your skills really start to grow and feel your confidence on the board build!
In the afternoons, you will build your active citizenship skills by participating in a service project with one of our community service partners. Your exact work will be based on the time and year and the specific needs of our partners, but could include helping out on an environmental project or engaging with residents at an aged care facility.
One evening, you will hike up Mt Ngungun, the sixth tallest summit in the Glass House Mountains. Hear the history of the land as your program leaders share the Aboriginal stories of the Glass House Mountains.
Overnight: Sunshine CoastWe’re off to the famous Eumundi Markets this morning! This is one of Australia’s biggest outdoor markets, full of unique Aussie handcrafts and delicious foods. Enjoy sampling the local delicacies and shopping for souvenirs.
This afternoon, participate in your fourth and final surf lesson. At this point on the school group tour, you will be catching waves like a pro!
Head back out onto the water for a high-speed adventure on a jet boat ride. Get your adrenaline pumping as we zip across the waves and marvel at the beautiful coastline surrounding us.
Overnight: Sunshine CoastThis morning, you’ll explore Noosa - feel free to go shopping and swim at the beautiful main beach. Then, we’ll go on an invigorating hike in the national park to Tea Tree Bay.
This afternoon, we head to our farm retreat where we’ll camp out in swags amongst the kangaroos and kookaburras. Enjoy meals around the campfire, learn new skills, work with horses and help farmers with daily tasks.
Overnight: Farm StayWake up this morning to the sounds of the Aussie bush. After a hearty breakfast, get ready for a day on the farm! Learn about natural horsemanship from expert trainers and witness 30 horses running into the yard at the call of a whistle!
This afternoon, you’ll be split into teams for your bush challenge! Learn how to crack a stockwhip, throw a boomerang, play the didgeridoo, and cook damper over the fire. This evening, you’ll enjoy an outback cinema experience and another cosy night spent in a swag.
Overnight: Farm StayEvery trip comes to an end and today will be full of farewells as you say goodbye to your Infuse Program Leaders. We hope you’ve enjoyed your time on this surfing and service school group tour. Safe travels!
