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Phillip Island Road, Newhaven VIC, Australia 3 DAYS

FRI 18 AUG - SUN 20 AUG 2023

From A$1,872 per person

Weekender to Phillip Island

Drive from Melbourne towards the stunning Phillip Island area.

There will be plenty of amazing photo opportunities on the way.

And most importantly, feel independent while travelling with like-minded people!

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Day 1 - Meet Up with Your Support Guide and Fellow Travelers!

Caitlin, Christopher & Charlotte: Virgin Australia Sydney Domestic Airport at 5:15am on Friday, August 18th. You will check in together after you meet.

Caeleb: Virgin Australia Brisbane Domestic Airport at 5:00am on Friday, August 18th. Meet Caitlin and Charlotte at Melbourne Domestic Airport.

Rhea/Harry/Rishahn/Thomas: Moorabbin Train Station (https://goo.gl/maps/uUrWFiZFHTxmZebj8) at 10:30am. Caitlin, Christopher, Caeleb & Charlotte will pick you up in the hire car from here.

Return time on Sunday, August 20th will be around 3:30pm at Moorabbin train station for the Melbourne participants. Caitlin, Christopher, Charlotte & Caeleb will proceed to Melbourne airport and arrive by 4:30pm for their respective flights home. If there happen to be any changes, you will be notified!

All flight details have been emailed out, if you don't have them, check your spam folder or ask me to email them again :)))

Day 1 Morning - Drive to Phillip Island

We arrive at Phillip Island after a drive or flight from Melbourne.

https://www.visitphillipisland.com.au

Day 1 - Lunch at a Local Cafe

Time to relax and enjoy a hearty lunch in the town of Cowes!

Choose from Cafe Lugano, The Waterboy Cafe or Penny Lane Island Cafe.

Day 1 Afternoon - Phillip Island Wildlife Park

We will go to the Phillip Island Wildlife Park, where you can see kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and other Australian animals. You can even hand-feed some of the animals!

More info here: https://www.piwildlifepark.com.au

7 minutes from our accommodation.

Day 1 Afternoon - Check in at accommodation

We will check in at our AirBnb around 3pm. Click here check it out!

Room 1 (individual double bed) Rhea

Room 2 (Bunk beds) Caeleb & Rishahn & Harry

Room 3 (single room + cot) : Charlotte

Room 4 (individual double bed) Caitlin

Room 5 : (Two single beds) Thomas & Christoper

Day 1 Afternoon - The Nobbies Walk

During the afternoon we will do the The Nobbies Walk along the boardwalk to see the stunning views of the rugged coastline and seals basking in the sun.

More info here: https://www.visitphillipisland.com.au/products/the-nobbies-walk

15 minutes from our accommodation.

Day 1 Night - Cooking Dinner

After a grocery shop, we'll prepare and cook a delicious meal together! There is a Coles and Woolworths in our neighborhood.

After dinner, we'll play some board games or enjoy a movie.

Day 2 Morning - Breakfast and get ready for the day

Get up, help each other cook up breakfast, tidy up, and get ready for another day of exploring.

Day 2 Morning - Churchill Island

We will go to Churchill Island where it is a peaceful retreat off Phillip Island that offers historical grounds, farming activities, bay trails, bird watching, and a café. You'll see geese, hens, and cattle as you cross the bridge. The island has a rich history and beautiful gardens, and you can try heritage farming activities and take a scenic walk around the island.

More info here: https://www.visitphillipisland.com.au/products/churchill-island

Day 2 Afternoon - Penguin Parade

In the afternoon, watch little penguins dash home across the sand at Phillip Island Nature Parks' Penguin Parade at dusk. Explore boardwalks to see and hear these penguins in the colony, along with other wildlife. Every visit supports conservation projects.

More info here: https://www.penguins.org.au

Day 2 Night - Dinner at Beach HQ

For dinner, we will go to Beach HQ:

https://www.beachhq.com.au

Day 3 Morning - Cook breakfast together

Cook your last breakfast together, before tidying up the place and checking out of the Airbnb.

Day 3 Morning - Mini Golf

In the afternoon, we're going to do a fun activity to play mini golf at Grumpys Crazy Golf. Grumpys Crazy Golf in the heart of Cowes is one of the most long-standing businesses on Phillip Island. They offer a fully Covered 18 holes mini golf course and they are a clean environment for Adults and Kids to play in.

More info here: https://www.grumpyscrazygolf.com

Day 3 - Lunch

We'll take a moment to soak in the last moments of our trip with a delicious lunch and recap all the experiences we've had on Phillip Island

Day 3 Afternoon- Pannys Phillip Island Chocolate Factory

As we bid farewell to Phillip Island, we'll make one last tourist activity to sample some chocolate at Pannys Phillip Island Chocolate Factory!

More info here: https://phillipislandchocolatefactory.com.au

Day 3 Afternoon - Drive / Fly back home

Our journey ends here as we drive / fly back home with happy memories, new friendships and experiences.

Return time on Sunday, August 20th will be around 3:30pm at Moorabbin train station for the Melbourne participants.

Caitlin, Charlotte, Christopher & Caeleb will proceed to Melbourne airport and arrive by 4:30pm for their respective flights home. If there happen to be any changes, you will be notified!

Select a package:

Package without flights (meet in Melbourne)

A$1,872 per person

Invoice

HOW TO REGISTER/BOOK:

Register by clicking "Book Now" and follow the prompts. When bookings are open, select your package and pay your deposit to keep your spot. Please sect the right package based on your travel needs.

Deposit: $400.00

Remaining: Amount depends on what package you purchase.

In comparison, the MAX NDIS rate for a 3 day trip excluding flights is: $2,881.00.

If you are flying, there will be a self-funded component as NDIS does not cover flights. This cost is already included in the max price.

The cost is within NDIS price guidelines, and you should be able to use your NDIS funds for the full amount.

Self-managed:
When it's open for bookings, simply go to the $ invoice tab, choose package, and pay your deposit.

You will get a reminder when you need to pay the rest of the cost.
Claim back from NDIS afterwards.

Plan managed:
Ask your plan manager if you can spend your funding on this trip. Once confirmed, pay the deposit and claim back when we send you your receipt.
We will then send the outstanding invoice to your plan manager.

Note:

Before paying, contact us to see if it's the right fit for you!

NDIS CATEGORY & ITEM:

NDIS funds can be used if self-managed or plan-managed. Contact for details.
Note that there may be an additional out-of-pocket fee.

Note: If you need other categories for this, please get in touch via [email protected]

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18th August to 20th August, 2023

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INCLUDED

Accommodation: All accommodation included. Price based on shared sleeping arrangements. (If single room is required you can request this for an additional fee).

Inclusions: Flights, all main meals (except where stated), local transport, support guides, entrance fees/activities etc.
Note: Flights are included in the full price, but not covered by NDIS.

NOT INCLUDED:

Insurance: It is highly recommended you have travel insurance. Travengers’ travel insurance does not cover travellers. Make sure your insurance covers you for your needs and activities and any health conditions you may have.

Drinks: Alcohol, drinks, morning tea/afternoon tea and other snacks is not included in the price.

Transport to meeting point: Transport to/from meeting point is not included.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS:

We will cater to dietary requirements you have listed in the Traveller Profile. You will be asked to fill a Traveller Profile when signing up or booking for the first time.

Location
Phillip Island Road, Newhaven VIC, Australia
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