Leavers is the epic end of high school celebration that all students look forward to, and one not to be missed!

Graduating high school is a massive milestone for students and should be celebrated in style. For most West Australian school leavers, the party happens at the 5-day party down-south (in Busselton, Dunsborough and Margaret River region) or overseas in Bali, Indonesia. Students flock to the coastal towns to enjoy a relaxing few day with school friends, acknowledging the end of an era, and toasting to 13 years of schooling.

About Busselton Leavers

Busselton is one of the hottest spots to celebrate Leavers. Students flock down South to Busselton to soak up the sun, surf and the seaside charm. Its coastal vibes provide the perfect place for school leavers to unwind after graduation. Busselton is one of the larger coastal towns on the Southwest coast with plenty of activities and Leavers accommodation options. Walk the famous Busselton Jetty, surf at one of the local beaches, hang out in the crystal water of Geographe Bay or just take in the buzz of the town with other students. It’s an epic spot for Leavers! Our favourite Leavers accommodation venues in Busselton include Bayview Geographe Resort, Broadwater Resort and The Sebel Busselton.

About Dunsborough Leavers

The surf town of Dunsborough is the place to be over Leavers in WA! Thanks to the Leavers Zone being in close proximity to Dunsborough, the township becomes the epicentre of fun during Leavers. As is the reason for the event being commonly referred to as "Dunsborough Leavers". Students come into Dunsborough each night to celebrate at the Leavers Zone with up to 8,000 other school leavers. The vibe is incredible!

By day, students relax at the beach or ride the world-famous waves. There’s plenty of things to do in town, such as browse the boutique shops, relax at trendy cafes, or take a drive to surrounding national parks. Stay central in Dunsborough for the true Leavers experience. Our favourite Leavers accommodation venues in Dunsborough include Central Motel, Four Seasons Holiday Park and Dunsborough Rail Carriages.

About Margaret River Leavers

Margaret River is dotted with incredible places to stay during Leavers! There’s a wide selection of Leavers accommodation options that allow friends to stay together in spacious and affordable houses or chalets. It’s ideal for groups of students that are looking to chill out in their group and make lasting memories together. There’s plenty of things to do in the day, such as take a drive to the local beaches or hike one of the coastal tracks. Depending on the location of the Leavers accommodation, there are private transportation options to get school leavers to The Zone in Dunsborough each night. (The official Leavers bus route does not extend to the Margaret River region.)

About Yallingup Leavers

Known as one of the best surf beaches in WA, Yallingup has an incredible chilled vibe over Leavers. Plenty of students choose to stay in this coastal town to soak up the epic atmosphere. School leavers spend their days soaking up the rays or riding the waves at Yallingup. There’s a great variety of Leavers accommodation options to suit all group sizes and budgets. Yallingup is super close to Dunsborough so it’s easy to slide on over to the neighbouring suburb to hit the Leavers Zone, party the night away and mingle with other school leavers.

About Rottnest Island Leavers

Rottnest Island no longer hosts official Leavers events. 

About Jurien Bay Leavers

Jurien Bay in Western Australia’s Coral Coast is becoming another popular place to celebrate Leavers. Spend your days discovering the pristine beaches, swimming in the marine park, or relaxing with mates while fishing. In Jurien Bay you can also encounter sea lions in their natural habitat, a definite must-do! For those adrenaline junkies - skydiving is another popular must-do activity in Jurien Bay. Celebrating Leavers in Jurien Bay is ideal for groups of friends that want to enjoy the time together and create lasting memories with their close friends in a beautiful part of Western Australia. There’s plenty of accommodation options to suit all size groups and budgets.

About Broome Leavers

Broome is a destination filled with rich history and another Western Australia town that provides a relaxed atmosphere for Leavers celebrations. School leavers like to head north for a unique, off-the-beaten track Leavers experience. It’s ideal for groups of friends that want to spend the last few days of this massive milestone together while experiencing the beauty of WA. Spend your days exploring the 22 kilometres of white sandy beaches along Cable Beach, head out on a sunset camel ride or visit some of the iconic establishments in town. There’s plenty of accommodation options - including houses, hotels, motels, and campsites.

About Gracetown Leavers

Get the best of both worlds for Leavers in Gracetown. Located along the coastline on WA’s South Coast, Gracetown offers pristine swimming in calm waters, and world-class surf breaks for those surfing enthusiasts. It’s also an easy drive from all the fun activities available in Margaret River and surrounding bays. For those school leavers that want to get active, spend the day doing some of the Cape to Cape track and be greeted with some spectacular coastal views along the way. Gracetown is ideal for school leavers looking for a laid-back destination while still being relatively close to all the Leavers entertainment in Margaret River, Yallingup, Busselton and Dunsborough. (The official Leavers bus route does not extend to the Gracetown region.)

About Peppermint Grove Beach Leavers

Peppermint Grove Beach is located at the northern end of Busselton and another great place to spend Leavers. Enjoy endless white sandy beaches, crystal clear and calm waters, and a great spot for some leisurely fishing with mates. The campgrounds at Peppermint Grove Beach offer school leavers a relaxed, affordable and safe place for celebrations. It’s close enough to Busselton and Dunsborough to mingle with other school leavers or head to the official party, however many students choose to enjoy each other’s company around the campsite. There’s a great Leavers vibe at Peppermint Grove Beach over the end-of-school celebrations. (The official Leavers bus route does not extend to the Peppermint Grove Beach region.)

About Bali Leavers

Bali offers school leavers an epic place to celebrate their end-of-school festivities. The excitement of heading overseas with school friends is an exhilarating experience.  The destination is full with amazing beaches, great resorts and plenty of daytime and night-time activities. There are so many places to stay in Bali during Leavers, each offering a different feel and vibe. Many school leavers stay in Kuta or Legian for the epic night scene, while some prefer the upmarket feel of Seminyak. We have a huge range of Bali Leavers accommodation options. Let us know what you want out of your Bali Leavers trip and we will create the perfect plan for your group.

About Kuta Leavers

Kuta is known for fun times all day and all night! It’s one of the main reasons why it is the hottest destination in Bali to celebrate Leavers. Students love hanging out at the awesome resorts, enjoying the luxurious rooms, amazing swimming pools (sometimes on the rooftop) and incredible vibes. Stepping out of the hotels, there is so much to do! Ride the waves along the coast, get wet at Waterbom Bali waterpark, shop at local markets or large beachside malls, and taste-test the popular restaurants and cafes. Make memories with your school friends and live it up in Kuta over Leavers Bali. You won’t regret it!

About Thailand Leavers

Thailand, known for its picturesque islands, delish food, friendly people and epic parties. This is why school leavers head to Thailand to celebrate their end-of-school festivities. Tribe Travel arranges packages to Thailand’s Koh Samui island. It is renowned for its incredible beaches, secluded bays and great night life. Heading to Thailand for Leavers also gives your squad the opportunity to splurge and stay in beautiful Leavers resorts with amazing facilities, incredible pools, on-site restaurants and mostly always right on the beach. It’s a great place to have a holiday with close friends while also meeting other school leavers.