We understand that whilst students are in Australia they will want to take every opportunity to travel and visit some of our beautiful country. International students need to be aware that there are certain guidelines and restrictions to travelling within Australia. This is due to the welfare arrangement in place for students. Please refer to the International Student Travel Policy to familiarise yourself with the travel conditions prior to arriving in Australia.
As part of your program at PBC we will arrange some local excursions to Byron Bay, Brisbane and other local attractions such as Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. There you will be able to feed Kangaroos, get a photo with a Koala, feed some Rainbow Lorikeets and see many other native animals.
Cook Island
Cook Island is located just off the coast at Tweed Heads and is a haven for marine and bird life. It is a 20 minute boat trip to reach this location departing from the Tweed Jetty. International students will have the opportunity to participate in a day trip to snorkel the pristine water and swim with turtles and other marine life. The cost will be approx. $85.00 and will be run by Tweed Sea Sport who will provide the snorkelling equipment.
Fraser Island / Noosa - QLD
In Term 2 and 3 we will be offering a 4 day trip to visit beautiful K’gari (Fraser) Island. We will travel by bus and then catch a ferry to K’gari Island. Students will stay at King Fisher Bay Resort where they will enjoy full buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinners. Students will explore the island by 4WD along 75 Mile Beach and visit Eli Creek, Maheno Wrecks, coloured sands, central station, and swim at Lake Mackenzie. On day three students will board the Tasman Adventure for a half day on the water whale watching. Departing Fraser Island students will return to Noosa and stay overnight for more sightseeing and visit the National Park before returning to the Gold Coast. The trip will cost approx. $1200.00 and conducted by Oceanic Tours.
Sydney Trip, NSW
In term 2 and 3 we will offer a 3 day trip to visit Sydney. We will fly to Sydney and stay in the heart of the city where you will be able to go sightseeing - Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks, Darling Harbour, the Bronte to Bondi walk and much more. The trip will cost approx $650 including flights, accommodation and Airport transfer.
Tangalooma Island Resort - Moreton Island, QLD
Twice a year we organise a three day trip to Moreton Island staying at the Tangalooma Island Resort. This trip costs approximately $900.00 and includes all meals and activities. Students can go snorkelling around the shipwreck off the beach, hand-feed the local dolphins and observe the native wildlife up close and personal. In addition, students will experience quadbike riding, banana boat rides, go sand tobogganing on pristine white sand hills and swim in the crystal blue waters. They can also explore the beautiful bushland on the island and take in the breathtaking views from vantage points. The trip will be conducted by Oceanic Tours.
Additional Travel Information
For international students wanting to travel further Education Queensland International (EQI) offers optional Holiday Adventure Programs during school vacation periods to a number of different destinations (Sydney, the Outback and Cairns.) Additional fees apply.
To register and pay for the holiday program of your choice please visit the EQI Holiday Adventure Program website to download the applicable Registration Form.
Please note that places are limited and participation cannot be guaranteed.
EQI links for tours: Holiday adventure programs.
ISP Travel and Activities Request Form.
Travel requirements
The following documents provide you with details of how and when you may travel and any requirements that must be fulfilled to do so: