A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Colo' Camp/Voyages découverte
Direction the Antipodes, it's a real surf trip, on the East Coast that begins! This trip is a real dive into the Australian spirit.
Off to the southern hemisphere! More than 20 hours away from France, the island-continent Australia, which is as big as 14 times France, is opening its arms to us to help us discover its great assets. From Sydney to Brisbane via the most coveted surf spots, such as Byron Bay, the Gold Coast or the Sunshine Coast, we will discover the secrets of Australian surfing.
The “backpacker” adventure in local transport for 3 weeks, punctuated by meetings, the discovery of the astonishing and luxuriant fauna and flora, swimming, and the road. Are your Backpacks ready? Let's go on the way!

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Colo' Camp/Voyages découverte
Direction the Antipodes, it's a real surf trip, on the East Coast that begins! This trip is a real dive into the Australian spirit.

Off to the southern hemisphere! More than 20 hours away from France, the island-continent Australia, which is as big as 14 times France, is opening its arms to us to help us discover its great assets. From Sydney to Brisbane via the most coveted surf spots, such as Byron Bay, the Gold Coast or the Sunshine Coast, we will discover the secrets of Australian surfing. The “backpacker” adventure in local transport for 3 weeks, punctuated by meetings, the discovery of the astonishing and luxuriant fauna and flora, swimming, and the road. Are your Backpacks ready? Let's go on the way!

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

Multisports
  • Surfing sessions in Australia's most renowned spots with barbecue on the beach
  • Sydney and Brisbane Tours
  • True autonomy of the group for the roadtrip

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

Multisports
  • Surfing sessions in Australia's most renowned spots with barbecue on the beach

  • Sydney and Brisbane Tours
  • True autonomy of the group for the roadtrip

Country discovery

Itinerant Stay
Off-site departure, various accommodation during the stay

Ages

14 - 17 ans

Need advice?

OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE OFFER

PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Not very sporty or not very sporty
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LEVEL OF PRATICE
Never done
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Included

  • - Transport to and from Paris to Australia on a regular flight (airport taxes included).
  • - On-site transport by public transport.
  • - Accommodation in furnished campsites, inns (backpackers)
  • - Full board
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  • - All activities and visits planned in the program
  • - The supervision adapted to young people for the various activities

Not Included

  • - Drinks (sodas)
  • - Personal expenses and equipment
  • - Optional insurance as well as any other supplement not provided for in the program
  • - The electronic travel authorization (ETA) requested at check-in on the day of departure.

The program

Day by day

Day of arrival

Days 1 and 2: France — Sydney
Reception at the airport in France, boarding and the start of the trip to “the other end of the world”.
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Landing in Sydney.
Arrival at the youth hostel and check in the rooms, then discover the different districts of this big city to be able to find your way around.
Dinner and overnight at the youth hostel.

During your stay

Days 3 and 4: Sydney
In the morning, first surfing session on the beaches bordering Sydney, then in the afternoon, discover the Sydney Opera House and its Royal Botanic Gardens.
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Dinner and overnight at the inn.
The next day, discover the surprising “Blues Mountains” and its breathtaking landscapes then easy hike. Dinner and overnight at the inn.

Days 5 and 6: Sydney - Newcastle (160 km)
After breakfast, start of the Australian road trip, transfer about 2 hours to Newcastle. Settle in at the campsite then we will set off to discover the city. Dinner and overnight camping.
The next day, second surfing lesson, then we will continue to discover Newcastle and its surroundings. Dinner and overnight camping.

Days 7 to 9: Newcastle - Byron Bay (620 km)
3 days of road trip to Byron Bay. During the trip we will take the time to discover the different cities we will cross, to exchange with the Australians and the other travelers we will meet, to take picnic breaks on the beaches, and to appreciate the landscape that will pass before our eyes.
Arrival in Byron Bay on the morning of the ninth day, check in at the campsite and discover the city. Dinner and overnight at the campsite

Day 10: Byron Bay
After breakfast, a surfing day awaits us, divided into 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon with a barbecue on the beach for lunch. Dinner and overnight at the campsite

Day 11: Byron Bay - Gold Coast (95 km)
After breakfast, transfer for 1.5 hours to reach the Gold Coast, check in at the campsite before leaving to discover the surprising city also known as “Surfers Paradise”

Day 12: Gold Coast
Last day of surfing divided into 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon and barbecue on the “Australian” beach for lunch. It will be an opportunity to refine our learning to surf and to validate what we have learned. Dinner and overnight at the campsite

Day 13 and 14: Gold Coast - Noosa (215 km)
Public transport for the pretty town of Noosa, also nicknamed the Australian Saint Tropez, installation at the campsite then we will go for a walk in the Noosa National Park where with a bit of luck we will meet Koalas in their natural environment.
The next day, visit the Australian Zoo to discover the last species that we did not see during the road trip.
Dinner and overnight at the campsite

Day 15: Noosa - Brisbane (140 km)
After this last night camping, we will drive about 2 hours to reach the capital of Queensland: Brisbane.
Installation at the youth hostel and discover this city combining building and lagoons. Dinner and overnight at the inn

Last day

Day 16 to 18: Brisbane-France
Last purchases and photos before flying off to France.

Return flight Brisbane/France with stopover.

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Day 18: Arrival in France

Outline of the program given as an indication. It may be modified or adapted according to technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment.

We draw your attention to the itinerant aspect of this program — this mode of travel has the advantage of discovering large spaces, which requires daily involvement, numerous trips and sometimes even unexpected events!

SPOT

Brisbane

The Australian way of life!

The city of Brisbane is the capital of the Queensland region and is located near the site of a former English prison. Brisbane respects the typical construction plan of “American-style” cities, with a financial district made up of tall office towers on the banks of the Brisbane River, and a more residential periphery. Brisbane is a very pleasant destination with a relaxed atmosphere. It is one of the starting points for the first islands of the Coral Reef. Moreton Bay, home to Brisbane, is home to many species of fish and is on the migration path of humpback whales. South of Brisbane, the city of Gold Coast is known for bringing together the most popular surf spots in Australia.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Equipment Included

Only collective bivouac equipment is provided.
Attention: the duvet is not provided.

Equipment Included

Only collective bivouac equipment is provided.
Attention: the duvet is not provided.

Equipment not included

Bring 2 pieces of luggage (be careful not more than 20 kg in the hold)
- 1 large backpack or sports bag (50 to 60 liters) for your things (more convenient for loading into vehicles).
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- 1 small backpack for walks.
- 2 large plastic bags (trash can type) to keep things dust-free and dry in case of rain.

Recommended personal equipment
- 1 warm sleeping bag (10°C comfort)
- 1 flashlight
- 1 water bottle - a complete camping bowl (bowl, plate, cutlery, pocket knife, cup)
- toiletries and small personal pharmacy
- shorts, T-shirts including 1 with long sleeves
- swimsuit
- 1 sweatshirt and 1 light sweater for the evening
- 1 windbreaker
- 1 light pants
- sunglasses, hat or cap, sun cream, mosquito repellent. You can also bring your snorkeling equipment (fins, mask, snorkel) the essential pair of flip flops!
For walking: sports shoes will suffice, hiking shoes if you have fragile ankles. Tennis for the evening, 4 to 5 pairs of light socks.

The UCPA declines all responsibility for the loss or theft of personal effects. Be careful not to bring valuable items or clothing with you. Since accommodations and trips are numerous, it is advisable to bring a padlock to be able to keep your values safe.

Equipment not included

Bring 2 pieces of luggage (be careful not more than 20 kg in the hold)
- 1 large backpack or sports bag (50 to 60 liters) for your things (more convenient for loading into vehicles).
- 1 small backpack for walks.
- 2 large plastic bags (trash can type) to keep things dust-free and dry in case of rain.

Recommended personal equipment
- 1 warm sleeping bag (10°C comfort)
- 1 flashlight
- 1 water bottle - a complete camping bowl (bowl, plate, cutlery, pocket knife, cup)
- toiletries and small personal pharmacy
- shorts, T-shirts including 1 with long sleeves
- swimsuit
- 1 sweatshirt and 1 light sweater for the evening
- 1 windbreaker
- 1 light pants
- sunglasses, hat or cap, sun cream, mosquito repellent. You can also bring your snorkeling equipment (fins, mask, snorkel) the essential pair of flip flops!
For walking: sports shoes will suffice, hiking shoes if you have fragile ankles. Tennis for the evening, 4 to 5 pairs of light socks.

The UCPA declines all responsibility for the loss or theft of personal effects. Be careful not to bring valuable items or clothing with you. Since accommodations and trips are numerous, it is advisable to bring a padlock to be able to keep your values safe.

formalities administratives

For any trip outside metropolitan territory, your child must present an authorization to leave the territory signed by one of the holders of parental authority and accompanied by a copy of the front/back identity document, of the parent signing the original authorization to leave the territory.
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https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F1359
If the signing parent does not have the same last name as the child, a complete copy of a birth certificate with filiation or a birth certificate extract will be required at border control.

https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F1359

You will find below the list of documents that you MUST submit on the day of departure.

Attention, in the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to participate in the stay.
- The Liaison Form, fully completed and signed,
- Your child's personal passport valid for at least 6 months after the return date
- The original form for authorization to leave the country signed by one of the parents with parental authority. A photocopy of the identity document of the parent signing the authorization to leave the country. If the signing parent does not have the same last name as the child, a complete copy of a birth certificate with filiation or a birth certificate extract is also essential.

- An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA - Electronic Travel Authority).
To obtain the ETA, you must connect to the Australian immigration website at the following address: https://www.ecom.immi.gov.au/visas/app/uu'form=TV (in English) and fill out an electronic form as soon as possible after registering. Of course, we advise you not to wait until the last moment to do this procedure.

You will quickly receive an email from the following address: evisitor.helpdesk@immi.gov.au 'with the subject “NOTIFICATION OF GRANT OF AN EVISITOR FOR TOURIST PURPOSES” - this message must be printed and presented on the day of departure' this is your ETA.

For activities:
- A certificate of aquatic fluidity completed by an authorized person.

Information given for information purposes only for French nationals, as of 01/11/19
Essential check of entry formalities for French nationals one month before your departure:
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/

If your child is not of French nationality, the legal documents required are likely to be different from those indicated: it is up to the family to inquire directly with the authorities.

Australian Embassy:
4, rue Jean Rey - 75015 Paris
Tel: 01 40 59 33 00
www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/

formalities administratives

For any trip outside metropolitan territory, your child must present an authorization to leave the territory signed by one of the holders of parental authority and accompanied by a copy of the front/back identity document, of the parent signing the original authorization to leave the territory.
https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F1359
If the signing parent does not have the same last name as the child, a complete copy of a birth certificate with filiation or a birth certificate extract will be required at border control.

https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F1359

You will find below the list of documents that you MUST submit on the day of departure.

Attention, in the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to participate in the stay.
- The Liaison Form, fully completed and signed,
- Your child's personal passport valid for at least 6 months after the return date
- The original form for authorization to leave the country signed by one of the parents with parental authority. A photocopy of the identity document of the parent signing the authorization to leave the country. If the signing parent does not have the same last name as the child, a complete copy of a birth certificate with filiation or a birth certificate extract is also essential.

- An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA - Electronic Travel Authority).
To obtain the ETA, you must connect to the Australian immigration website at the following address: https://www.ecom.immi.gov.au/visas/app/uu'form=TV (in English) and fill out an electronic form as soon as possible after registering. Of course, we advise you not to wait until the last moment to do this procedure.

You will quickly receive an email from the following address: evisitor.helpdesk@immi.gov.au 'with the subject “NOTIFICATION OF GRANT OF AN EVISITOR FOR TOURIST PURPOSES” - this message must be printed and presented on the day of departure' this is your ETA.

For activities:
- A certificate of aquatic fluidity completed by an authorized person.

Information given for information purposes only for French nationals, as of 01/11/19
Essential check of entry formalities for French nationals one month before your departure:
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/

If your child is not of French nationality, the legal documents required are likely to be different from those indicated: it is up to the family to inquire directly with the authorities.

Australian Embassy:
4, rue Jean Rey - 75015 Paris
Tel: 01 40 59 33 00
www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/

Physical intensity

Not very sporty or not very sporty

You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.

Physical intensity

Not very sporty or not very sporty

You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.

Level of expertise

Never done

Technical level - Never done

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You start the activity. Site, material and pedagogy are specially designed to facilitate the discovery, introduction and learning of the chosen sport.

Level of expertise

Never done

Technical level - Never done

You start the activity. Site, material and pedagogy are specially designed to facilitate the discovery, introduction and learning of the chosen sport.

Restauration

Most of the time, lunches are picnics. In the evening at the campsite or in an inn, meals are prepared by the guide and the participants, or taken in small restaurants.

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Given the itinerant aspect of the stay, we prefer light meals at noon and more substantial in the evening.
Abroad, it will be difficult to offer a restaurant as varied as in France, a spirit of tolerance and understanding is appreciated.

Restauration

Most of the time, lunches are picnics. In the evening at the campsite or in an inn, meals are prepared by the guide and the participants, or taken in small restaurants.

Given the itinerant aspect of the stay, we prefer light meals at noon and more substantial in the evening.
Abroad, it will be difficult to offer a restaurant as varied as in France, a spirit of tolerance and understanding is appreciated.

Management

Supervision adapted to 14/17 year olds (1 adult for 8 young people) .B.A.F.D. Guide, assisted by B.A.F.A. animators.

Management

Supervision adapted to 14/17 year olds (1 adult for 8 young people) .B.A.F.D. Guide, assisted by B.A.F.A. animators.

Important information

You will find below the list of documents that you MUST submit on the day of departure.

Attention, in the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to participate in the stay.
...
- The Liaison Form, fully completed and signed,
- Your child's personal passport valid for at least 6 months after the return date
- The original form for authorization to leave the country signed by one of the parents with parental authority. A photocopy of the identity document of the parent signing the authorization to leave the country. If the signing parent does not have the same last name as the child, a complete copy of a birth certificate with filiation or a birth certificate extract is also essential.

- An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA - Electronic Travel Authority).
To obtain the ETA, you must connect to the Australian immigration website at the following address: https://www.ecom.immi.gov.au/visas/app/uu'form=TV (in English) and fill out an electronic form as soon as possible after registering. Of course, we advise you not to wait until the last moment to do this procedure.

You will quickly receive an email from the following address: evisitor.helpdesk@immi.gov.au 'with the subject “NOTIFICATION OF GRANT OF AN EVISITOR FOR TOURIST PURPOSES” - this message must be printed and presented on the day of departure' this is your ETA.

For activities:
- A certificate of aquatic fluidity completed by an authorized person.

Information given for information purposes only for French nationals, as of 01/11/19
Essential check of entry formalities for French nationals one month before your departure:
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/

If your child is not of French nationality, the legal documents required are likely to be different from those indicated: it is up to the family to inquire directly with the authorities.

Australian Embassy:
4, rue Jean Rey - 75015 Paris
Tel: 01 40 59 33 00

The UCPA is a youth and education association that respects all legislation concerning the protection of minors.
We remind you that the use of narcotics is prohibited during all our stays; that smoking in UCPA living areas is prohibited, as is the consumption of alcohol. The UCPA reserves the right, after evaluating the situation, to immediately return any minor who has not respected these prohibitions. We draw your attention to the fact that all costs related to the return will be at your expense (in accordance with the general registration conditions on our site ucpa.com).

Electricity
Provide an adapter.

Important information

You will find below the list of documents that you MUST submit on the day of departure.

Attention, in the absence of these documents, your child will not be able to participate in the stay.
- The Liaison Form, fully completed and signed,
- Your child's personal passport valid for at least 6 months after the return date
- The original form for authorization to leave the country signed by one of the parents with parental authority. A photocopy of the identity document of the parent signing the authorization to leave the country. If the signing parent does not have the same last name as the child, a complete copy of a birth certificate with filiation or a birth certificate extract is also essential.

- An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA - Electronic Travel Authority).
To obtain the ETA, you must connect to the Australian immigration website at the following address: https://www.ecom.immi.gov.au/visas/app/uu'form=TV (in English) and fill out an electronic form as soon as possible after registering. Of course, we advise you not to wait until the last moment to do this procedure.

You will quickly receive an email from the following address: evisitor.helpdesk@immi.gov.au 'with the subject “NOTIFICATION OF GRANT OF AN EVISITOR FOR TOURIST PURPOSES” - this message must be printed and presented on the day of departure' this is your ETA.

For activities:
- A certificate of aquatic fluidity completed by an authorized person.

Information given for information purposes only for French nationals, as of 01/11/19
Essential check of entry formalities for French nationals one month before your departure:
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/

If your child is not of French nationality, the legal documents required are likely to be different from those indicated: it is up to the family to inquire directly with the authorities.

Australian Embassy:
4, rue Jean Rey - 75015 Paris
Tel: 01 40 59 33 00

The UCPA is a youth and education association that respects all legislation concerning the protection of minors.
We remind you that the use of narcotics is prohibited during all our stays; that smoking in UCPA living areas is prohibited, as is the consumption of alcohol. The UCPA reserves the right, after evaluating the situation, to immediately return any minor who has not respected these prohibitions. We draw your attention to the fact that all costs related to the return will be at your expense (in accordance with the general registration conditions on our site ucpa.com).

Electricity
Provide an adapter.

Transport

In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Qantas, British airways, Emirates.
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On these airlines, the maximum authorized baggage weight may range from 23 to 30kg in the hold, and up to 5kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).

Transport

In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Qantas, British airways, Emirates.
On these airlines, the maximum authorized baggage weight may range from 23 to 30kg in the hold, and up to 5kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).

formalities

If your child is affected by a food allergy or intolerance, please let us know by completing the online questionnaire detailing his allergy (s).
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The link to the allergy questionnaire is available in the first chapter of the attachment “Health Liaison Sheet”.
https://www.ucpa-vacances.com/formulaire-allergie/

In the context of stays of minors, the liaison health form is mandatory. In the absence of the required document below, we will not be able to welcome your child.
Please give this completed form to the guide on the day of departure.

https://media.ucpa.com/image/upload/v1687877654/PRODUCTION-GRAPHIQUE/WEB/fiche-liaison.pdf

The Nautical Pass is mandatory for the practice of aquatic activities. Please provide your child with the “Know How to Swim” school certificate or formerly called: Test prior to the practice of nautical activities in ACM. In the absence of this document, your child will not be able to participate in aquatic activities.
https://www.education.gouv.fr/bo/15/Hebdo30/MENE1514345A.htm

formalities

If your child is affected by a food allergy or intolerance, please let us know by completing the online questionnaire detailing his allergy (s).
The link to the allergy questionnaire is available in the first chapter of the attachment “Health Liaison Sheet”.
https://www.ucpa-vacances.com/formulaire-allergie/

In the context of stays of minors, the liaison health form is mandatory. In the absence of the required document below, we will not be able to welcome your child.
Please give this completed form to the guide on the day of departure.

https://media.ucpa.com/image/upload/v1687877654/PRODUCTION-GRAPHIQUE/WEB/fiche-liaison.pdf

The Nautical Pass is mandatory for the practice of aquatic activities. Please provide your child with the “Know How to Swim” school certificate or formerly called: Test prior to the practice of nautical activities in ACM. In the absence of this document, your child will not be able to participate in aquatic activities.
https://www.education.gouv.fr/bo/15/Hebdo30/MENE1514345A.htm

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