6-Great Barrier Island Youth Outdoor Adventure Package
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About Hillary <strong>Outdoor</strong>s <strong>Great</strong> <strong>Barrier</strong> <strong>Island</strong> Program<br />
The setting is truly breath-taking, surrounded by pristine forests<br />
and oceans. The landscape is outstanding; from rugged to<br />
serene for adrenaline-filled and tranquil adventures too. Hillary<br />
<strong>Outdoor</strong>s has an unbelievable 230 hectare private property<br />
and secluded bay located at Karaka.<br />
The <strong>Great</strong> <strong>Barrier</strong> <strong>Island</strong> adventure is underpinned by the<br />
strength and determination that drove Sir Edmund Hillary to<br />
triumph on his journey to the summit of Mount Everest.<br />
Students learn how to work closely together, as they navigate<br />
the coastline, explore the forests, learn how to kayak as well<br />
as coasteering, go sailing, rock climbing, abseiling and surf<br />
kayaking! The ultimate adventure quest awaits them.<br />
The Hauraki Gulf is the ideal environment for students to<br />
learn the dynamics and advantages of team work, achieve a<br />
greater insight into the roles they take on in their teams and<br />
have the<br />
chance to develop outdoor skills.<br />
Students will also learn about teamwork, outdoor skills,<br />
responsibility, leadership, perseverance as well as their impact on<br />
those around them. Through the activities, young adventurers<br />
will strengthen connections to themselves, their peers and the<br />
environment too.<br />
P O Box 90353, Victoria St, Auckland 1142, New Zealand m +64 27 236 4927 head office +64 9 378 0087 e w