
Discover the best Magnetic Island Tour for your Townsville shore excursion
If you're coming to Townsville via Cruise Ship and want to discover Magnetic Island, MI Ride offers the 'Discover Magnetic' tour so you can sit back and enjoy your day.
Want to maximise your time while you are on dry land? We are a professional team who love showcasing Magnetic Island to people from all around the world.



Discover Magnetic Tour
OVERVIEW
Treat yourself to the spectacular array of bays, beaches and bush on Magnetic Island. Includes koala spotting and a photo stop along the way, plus history, culture, flora, fauna and fun facts and stories.
FITNESS LEVEL & ACCESSIBILITY
Easy, low impact walking. We have a drop down step to the bus that also makes accessibility easier.
TOUR TIMES
Times vary depending on each cruise ship. Please ask us for our current Cruise Ship list.
TOUR INCLUDES
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3 hour guided tour*
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Airconditioned bus transport
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Expert local guide
Please note: *Tour times will vary due to cruise ship arrival and departure times.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
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Transfers from the Townsville Cruise Terminal to the SeaLink or Magnetic Island Ferries.
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Return ferry ticket from Townsville to Magnetic Island
GETTING TO MAGNETIC ISLAND
There are two ferry companies who service Magnetic Island. Please make sure that you catch the SeaLink Ferry from the Breakwater Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville.
View the SeaLink ferry timetable
You can choose either a 10 minute taxi ride, or 30 minute walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal to the SeaLink terminal in Townsville.
MEETING POINT ON MAGNETIC ISLAND
Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal, Magnetic Island.
Meet at the courtesy bus stop next to the taxi rank and adjacent to the car park on Magnetic Island.
WHAT TO BRING
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A good sense of humour.
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Comfortable clothing - you're on Island Time.
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Sunglasses, a hat and insect repellent.
PRICE
Depending on the duration, tour prices start from:
Adult (16+): $100pp
Child (Under 16): $85pp
HELPING TO SAVE OUR WILDLIFE
We donate a percentage of our profits from every tour to support Magnetic Island Wildlife Rescue (MIWR).
PLEASE NOTE:
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Bookings close at 5pm the day prior to the departure of each tour.
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This tour is weather dependent, particularly during the wet season (between December and March).
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Please read our Cancellation, Indemnity and privacy policies before booking.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about available dates for this tour and to book, please click the 'Inquire Now' button below.


