Time to change perspective? This compact and challenging course will enable you to have some time out, reflect and push your limits. Discovery is an eight day experience for people aged 27-45, and 40+ years. It's your opportunity to discover your potential in the sea, rivers, native bush and mountains that form the Outward Bound environment!

We also have a tailored course for teachers - click here to find out more.

Some benefits you will get from a Discovery course:

1. Challenge your limits, conquer your fears and know 'you can do it'

2. Re-evaluate what is important to you

3. Time to yourself to reflect and consider your next opportunities

4. Rejuvenate and boost your appreciation for life

5. Share related and different life experiences, and understand what is required for effective relationships.

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“I learnt that if I put myself outside my comfort zone, if I challenged myself, if I just took a chance, then the possibilities were magical.”
Jane, Discovery student

Read about about our student experiences, Discovery 40+ and 27 – 45.  

The minimum fitness requirement for a Discovery course is to comfortably run/fast walk 3km in under 25 minutes. If you find running or carrying a tramping pack difficult, check out our Aspire course, a low impact Discovery course.

To book on a course select 'Book Now' below. Please note this will require a $400 deposit by credit card. Alternatively you can book over the phone. Note there is an additional charge for International students of $370NZD for eight day courses.

To find out more about Discovery - and how to fund your course, request an enquiry pack.

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