|  Tropical, wild and rugged, Queensland's Far North is a stunning destination and tourist mecca. Though geographically small, the region contains the richest pocket of bio-diversity in Australia, if not the world. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park offers spectacular reefs, and the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area contains ancient rainforest and pristine white-sand beaches.
Cairns*, distinguished as an international and domestic player in both tourism and business, is the center of tourism for the region and is packed with hotels, restaurants and shops catering to the tourism industry. Additionally, this region is renowned for its myriad of day tours and adventure activities - white water rafting, bungee jumping, scuba diving, bush walking, trail riding and much more. Inland from Cairns is the picturesque Atherton Tableland, teeming with waterfalls. Tour options in Cairns: Prices are subject to change, last updated 3/29/11 For more information about the exact price of the tour please contact STA  Go Wild: Cape Tribulation 2 days, from $177  Explore Cape Tribulation and experience the Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary, Mossman Gorge, Cape Tribulation Beach, Daintree River Cruise, and Daintree River Cable Ferry.
White Water Rafting Full day, from $165  A full day rafting trip through National Park Rainforest, with over 40 rapids to enjoy along the Tully River. A break will be made along the banks of the river where you will enjoy a BBQ lunch (included).
Learn to Dive** 4-5 days, from $736  No matter what your diving experience, Deep Sea Divers Den will be able to find a dive course in Cairns to suit your needs. Whether you have never tried diving before or are thinking of making diving a career.
Deep Sea Divers Den offers dive training for all levels of diving experience in Cairns, Australia. If you have never scuba dived before, you may wish to 'try a dive' on one of our Great Barrier Reef day trips to see if you would like to learn to dive. Alternatively enroll in one of our learn to dive options - in as little as 4 days you can become certified as a PADI Open Water Diver - a diving certification recognized all over the world.
The 5 Day Liveaboard option is by far the most popular learn to dive option. Not only are you certified as a PADI Open Water Diver, but you also get FIVE additional 'Fun Dives', including a guided night dive at no extra charge!!!
Deep Sea Divers Den's friendly, personalized service, combined with the warm tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, are the perfect combination for one of the very best PADI 5 Day Open Water courses available.
*All Australia semester/year abroad students have their Bridging Cultures Program in Cairns. **It is important to note that some activities or situations are not covered under the HTH Worldwide Insurance that GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students receive. In particular it is important to mention that accidents or illness as a result of scuba diving, sky diving, hang gliding and bungee jumping are not covered under this policy. It is advised that you consider additional health insurance coverage if you plan to participate in any of these activities while you are abroad. Be certain to review the policy information here. Prices are subject to change, last updated 3/29/11 For more information about the exact price of the tour please contact STA |