Deakin University Student Association

Trips and Tours

2012 Adventure Trips!

Every year, the team at DUSA put together a calendar of fun and friendly trips and tours for all students. These trips are available to both members and non members and you can even bring your friends!

Members receive a discount on the cost of all trips. The full program for trimester 1 2012 trips both campus based and university wide is listed below and includes favourites such as our Dolphin Swim Tour and the Gt Ocean Rd Weekend to mention a couple.

All bookings for trips can be made at the DUSA offices in Burwood, Geelong or Warrnambool. For trip information you can contact Rebecca Narine in Burwood, Marty Stewart in Geelong or Zita Tattersall in Warrnambool.

Cross Campus Trips 2012

Mt Hotham Ski Week 

This popular trip is back in 2012 and if you want to go you had better be quick because it books out in record time.  On this trip you will have the opportunity to ski/board for 5 full days with accommodation being in the heart of the village at the Hotham Arlberg.  Ski from the front door to your favourite run!

More details to come!

Warrnambool Trips and Tours - Trimester 1 2012

Learn to Surf

Have you ever wanted to have a go at surfing but never got around to it? Well now all you have to do is book a place on this trip and it's all organised for you! Enjoy a 2 hour lesson provided by a qualified surf instructor at Warrnambool Surf Beach. The trip includes transport, 2 hour lesson and all surfing equipment including wetsuit and board. What are you waiting for?

  • When: Saturday 17th March 
  • Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
  • Cost: DUSA members; $35 
  • All Others: $40
  • Where: Meet @ Deakin Bus Stop
  • Book: at DUSA reception
  • Includes: transport, 2 hour lesson with qualified instructor, wetsuit & surf board

Horse Ride Trail

Enjoy a 2 hour lesson provided by Rundells Mahogany Trail Rides. Come and experience the opportunity to ride wonderful horses along a quiet and isolated stretch of coastal beachside.

  • When: Saturday 31st March 
  • Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
  • Cost: DUSA members; $70
  • All Others: $80
  • Where: Meet at Deakin Bus Stop
  • Book: at DUSA reception
  • Includes: transport, 2 hour lesson with qualified instructor

Winery Tour

Ever wanted to visit the best local wineries? You can come and enjoy this relaxing trip to some of South/West Victoria's beautiful wineries. You will have an opportunity to sample some of Australia's finest wines. Sign up now as spots are limited!!.

  • When: Saturday 28th April
  • Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm
  • Cost: DUSA members; $20
  • All Others: $30
  • Where: Meet at Deakin Bus Stop
  • Book: at DUSA reception
  • Includes: return transport from Warrnambool Campus and visits to minimum of 3 wine cellar doors, including tastings (students must bring money with them on day to cover tasting fees)

Great Ocean Road Trip

This two day trip will take in the most interesting locations on the Great Ocean Road between Port Campbell and Apollo Bay with Saturday night spent in the company of Geelong Deakin students. We will visit the magnificent coastal Otway National Park on Saturday morning before returning home. Sign up now as spots are limited!!.

  • When: Saturday 12th May & Sunday 13th May 
  • Time: 9.00am - 1.00pm
  • Cost: DUSA members: $50
  • All Others: $65
  • Where: Meet at Deakin Bus Stop
  • Book: at DUSA reception
  • Includes: transport, fully self contained accommodation and guided tours (students must bring money with them to cover food & drink expenses)

For further information on Warrnambool Trips contact  zita.tattersall@deakin.edu.au.

More information on Trips & Tours at Burwood, Waterfront and Waurn Ponds are coming soon!