Queensland Biology School Tours | Educational Trips for Students

Step into a living laboratory where the world’s oldest tropical rainforest meets the planet’s largest coral reef system.

This immersive biology tour takes students into the heart of Far North Queensland to study the incredible biodiversity of the Daintree and the Great Barrier Reef. By conducting field surveys alongside expert scientists, students will witness the delicate interdependence of these unique ecosystems and the ongoing efforts to protect them.

Trip highlights

Explore the Great Barrier Reef and study one of the world’s most important marine ecosystems.
Investigate rainforest biodiversity through fieldwork in tropical Queensland environments.
Learn about wildlife conservation, habitats and ecosystem management.
Participate in hands-on biology activities linked to classroom science outcomes.
Experience inspiring outdoor learning across Queensland’s unique natural landscapes.

Trip inclusions

An all-inclusive package for teachers and students including flights, accommodation, transport, meals and activities.
Access to our full suite of tools, resources, checklists and support that will make your trip planning and advertising a breeze.
Free travel for teachers.
An EA tour representative on hand 24/7.

Trip inclusions

An all-inclusive package for teachers and students including flights, accommodation, transport, meals and activities.
Access to our full suite of tools, resources, checklists and support that will make your trip planning and advertising a breeze.
Free travel for teachers.
An EA tour representative on hand 24/7.

Trip highlights

Explore the Great Barrier Reef and study one of the world’s most important marine ecosystems.
Investigate rainforest biodiversity through fieldwork in tropical Queensland environments.
Learn about wildlife conservation, habitats and ecosystem management.
Participate in hands-on biology activities linked to classroom science outcomes.
Experience inspiring outdoor learning across Queensland’s unique natural landscapes.

What to expect on the tour

Students should expect a scientific adventure focused on fieldwork and conservation. The journey moves from the dense canopy of the rainforest to the vibrant underwater world of the outer reef, with a heavy emphasis on data collection and ecosystem evaluation. Whether analysing water quality in a mangrove biome or conducting reef health surveys, students will see how the biology they learn in the classroom is applied in a real-world research environment.

Trip activities

Daintree Rainforest & Canopy Crane

Ascend into the rainforest canopy via a specialized research crane at a world-class observatory to evaluate the biodiversity of the tropical lowland forest.

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures

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Great Barrier Reef Snorkel & Survey

Join a marine biologist on the outer reef to participate in monitoring, identifying coral species and recording vital health data.

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