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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.

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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

  • 3 hour guided tour*

  • Airconditioned bus transport

  • Expert local guide

Please note: *Tour times will vary due to cruise ship arrival and departure times.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Transfers from the Townsville Cruise Terminal to the SeaLink or Magnetic Island Ferries.

  • 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

  • A good sense of humour.

  • Comfortable clothing - you're on Island Time.

  • 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:

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about available dates for this tour and to book, please click the 'Inquire Now' button below.

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