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Seamester: Transpacific, Fiji to Bali - 80 Days
Sailing from Tahiti to Palau is known as one of the world's most amazing trade wind sails; yachtsmen all over the world call it "The Coconut Run." It begins when you cast off your stern line from the dock in Papeete. 80 days, 4000 nautical miles, and 12 credits later, the voyage ends as you tuck your bow behind the exotic Reef into the protected waters of Palau, one of 500 islands making up an ...
Sailing from Tahiti to Palau is known as one of the world's most amazing trade wind sails; yachtsmen all over the world call it "The Coconut Run." It begins when you cast off your stern line from the dock in Papeete. 80 days, 4000 nautical miles, and 12 credits later, the voyage ends as you tuck your bow behind the exotic Reef into the protected waters of Palau, one of 500 islands making up an archipelago forming part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. In between, you get to hoist and lower the sails of a beautiful schooner, anchor in secluded lagoons, catch fish straight from the Pacific Ocean, study the plankton with your resident Marine Biologists, anchor off the reefs of Raratonga, climb and hike with natives of the Tonga Archipelago, and participate in a Kava...
Program Highlights
Travel to pristine destinations: Fiji Islands, Palau, Raja Ampat, Komodo, Gili Islands, and Bali.
Earn twelve academic credits from the University of South Florida for the Nautical Science, Marine Biology, Oceanography, and Leadership classes taught aboard.
Achieve the International Crew, Navigation Master, and even Master of Yachts 200 Ton Theory sailing certifications from IYT (International Yacht Training).
Learn to scuba dive and earn the PADI Open Water certification or further your experience by completing the PADI Advanced Open Water, Rescue, or Divemaster courses.
Fine-tune your leadership skills as you become an integral part of the crew, sailing over 4000 nautical miles and being responsible for every aspect of life aboard a sailing vessel.
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Seamester academics are accredited through the University of South Florida
Quick Details
- Fiji
- Bali, Indonesia
- Multiple Countries
- Palau
- Summer
- Communications
- Environmental Studies
- Leadership
- Marine Biology
- All Nationalities
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Best Summer Yet
by: Olivia Sucico - United StatesProgram: Seamester: Transpacific, Fiji to Bali - 80 DaysI sailed with Sea|messter for 3 months from Fiji to Palau and Indonesia. I joined the boat with no sailing or scuba experience and ended up a rescue diver with multiple sailing certifications. All the staff and students were so friendly and the 22 strangers that I met on day one turned into a tight-knit family that was impossible to say goodbye to on day 80. The program is definitely challenging and will push you out of your comfort zone with long-passage and some rough nights but I now look bac...
Journey of a lifetime
by: Kirstyn GuevaraProgram: Seamester: Transpacific, Fiji to Bali - 80 DaysSeamester was a trip that exceeded all of my expectations. I had an opportunity to visit places some people may never see in a lifetime and I got to make countless memories with amazing new people. I grew a bond with not only the students but also the staff that could never be replaced. Everyday I wish I could go back and relive it all just once more.
Best Summer of my Life
by: Simon Curtis-Ginsberg - United StatesProgram: Seamester: Transpacific, Fiji to Bali - 80 DaysThis trip was the best summer of my life, the experience of living on a 112 foot boat sailing from island to island with 30 other people who thought the trip become people you cant imagine living without having met is life changing. From scuba diving, to sailing at night, to having class snorkeling in the ocean i have had so many unique experiences that i will always treasure.
Program Details
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Locations
- Fiji
- Bali, Indonesia
- Multiple Countries
- Palau
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Eco Tours
- Sailing
- Scuba
Availability
Years Offered: 2023,2024
- After College
- During College
- Post High School
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Phone/Video Interview
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