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How to Book Your Trip
1. Give us a call: Challenge Life can be contacted by phone 0402 483714 or email
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2. Interview: Challenge Life International requires all interested adventures to undertake a short 5 minute phone interview to ascertain the suitability of our packages to your needs, to ensure that we understand each others mutual expectations and to match you with a group of other like minded people!
3. Application and Deposit: If you are satisfied that you would like to undertake a Challenge Life International adventure then this is the time to place your application. To secure your booking you will be required to provide a $200 deposit.
4. Confirmation: Once we have received your application and deposit we will send you written confirmation of your booking along with further information including a detailed itinerary, medical form, participation agreement, detailed clothing list, travel requirements and any other information pertinent to your chosen adventure.
5. Air Travel: If air travel is required, Challenge Life International will arrange all flights and transfers upon request. We strongly recommend that Challenge Life International arrange your travel or you arrange your travel in consultation with us so that you will be able to travel with other members of your adventure and make sure your timeframes are appropriate.
6. Final Instructions: Two weeks before our departure date we will send you final details of all flights, arrival and departure times, last minute instructions and information about the Team Leaders who will accompany you!
7. Call us anytime: Please feel free to contact any of the Challenge Life International team at any time leading up to your departure – we are here to help and welcome and questions or queries to make sure your trip is the best it can be for you!
What types of activities can I expect to be a part of my adventure?
One or more of the following:
• White water rafting
• Swimming with Dolphins
• Shot Over Jet
• Surfing
• Surf kayaking
• Horse Riding
• Hiking
• Mountain Bike Riding
• Rock Climbing/Abseiling
• 3 Man Bungy Swing
• Bungy Jumping
• Skydiving
What do I need to bring?
A list of clothing items will be sent to you together with an itinerary approximately 2 weeks prior to your trip.
How much does it cost?
• Day Activities: TBA
• Workshops : TBA
• Great Ocean Road Adventure: TBA
• Cairns Adventure: TBA
• New Zealand Adventure: TBA
Price is inclusive of the following:
• Airfares, transfers and other transportation
• All Meals
• All Activities
The costs indicated above are estimations only and are subject to change at any time.
What are the payment options?
• Cash
• Cheque
• Direct Debit
What are the transport arrangements?
All transport will be arranged on your behalf by Challenge Life International following confirmation of registration.
Great Ocean Road Adventure: A bus will transport all of the participants to and from this Adventure. Participants will be required to meet at an arranged time and place as specified in the information provided upon registration.
Cairns Adventure: Flights and transfers will be arranged on your behalf.
Participants will be required to meet at an arranged time and place at Melbourne Airport.
New Zealand Adventure: Flights and transfers will be arranged on your behalf.
Participants will be required to meet at an arranged time and place at Melbourne Airport. Passport and other travel documentation are to be arranged by the participants.
What if someone gets sick?
All staff hold First Aid qualifications and will be on duty for the duration of all adventures to care for minor injuries and illness. Emergency Contacts will be notified immediately if there is a serious injury or a participant needs to leave the adventure early for a medical reason.
Please make a notation on the registration form if there is any medical condition we should be aware of prior to the departure date so that all possible care can be taken in planning the trip.
Is a Challenge Life International Self Discover Adventure worth it?
Our participants tell us that being a part of a Challenge Life International adventure was one of the best decisions they ever made. There is limitless fun to be had, lifelong friendships to be established and once in a lifetime activities to be experienced.
Are there any rules?
Challenge Life International is committed to providing all participants with a once in a lifetime adventure – in order to ensure that everyone has a fantastic time there are a few fundamental rules that must be adhered to at all times. Breaking these rules may result in immediate termination of your participation agreement and dismissal without refund.
Refer to code of conduct (Book on line section)
What experience do I need?
All you need is a willingness to have fun and challenge your limits! If you have any concerns about any of the activities, please give us a call to discuss this so that we can discuss an adventure package to better suit your needs and ensure that you are comfortable with the challenges you may be faced with!
Do I need to prepare physically for the adventure?
The challenges of our activities can be physically demanding. Challenge Life International espouses a fit and healthy lifestyle but only requires a reasonable level of fitness to participate so that you (and we) can be sure that you get the most out of all of the activities on your chosen adventure.
Will I need vaccinations?
Challenge Life International will inform you of any vaccination or precautionary medicines that you are required to have/take prior to embarking on your adventure.
Will I need spending money?
You should bring a minimum of $50. As all of your adventure costs are covered this money will be used for gifts, personal items and any ancillary items you come across. We recommend you bring travellers cheques (if international) or cash as we cannot always guarantee access to an ATM. You will be able to participate fully without additional money.
Medical: All participants are required to carry either private medical insurance card or a Medicare card. Please ensure that your insurance covers you while you are travelling. Medical or dental treatment will be sought as soon as is practicable whilst on the adventure at the nearest possible facility.
Travel: (International Travel Only) This insurance needs to be purchased in the travellers
own name to protect you in the event that you sustain major medical injuries and require
evacuation
How do I stay in touch with family?
We recommend focussing on your adventure as much as possible ad thus we suggest you contact your family on an as needs basis only. We will of course contact your nominated contact in the event of an emergency.
What if my family needs to contact me?
Your Team Leader will be equipped with a mobile phone and your families will be able to contact Challenge Life International 24 hours a day. All problems will be handled immediately. Please note that the contact number will be provided but strictly only to be called in an emergency situation.
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