ACTIVITIES & TOURS
Things to do on Magnetic Island
WATER TOURS & ACTIVITIES
ADRENALIN SNORKEL & DIVE
Departs: Magnetic Marina
NELLY BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$-$$$
Explore the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) or the famous SS Yongala on our day trips. Experienced diving and snorkelling provider with a full service dive centre. Day trips and liveaboards. Visiting the Great Barrier Reef plus a wide range of PADI courses. ECO-certified working with conservation groups, and GBRMPA to educate the community and monitor the reef.
4724 0600
BIG MAMA SAILING
Departs Magnetic Marina
PICNIC BAY or HORSESHOE BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$
Big Mama Sailing offers Eco Tourism certified sailing tours with a friendly, experienced and passionate crew, exploring the best of Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. They operate from the calm side of Magnetic Island and visit the best bays and locations on the day. Check in with the team when you are making your booking, or on the day of your sail.
0437 206 360
MAGNETIC ISLAND
JET SKIS
Departs: Right of the boat ramp
HORSESHOE BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$
Located right next to the boat ramp in Horseshoe Bay, we're home to the largest hire area on the East Coast of Australia, and we'll teach you everything you need to know about driving one of our Seadoo GTI130 skis. 30 minute or 60 minute hires are available, with or without a Go Pro Hero 10. Book early to reserve your jetski!
4758 1100
PILGRIM SAILING
Departs: Magnetic Marina
NELLY BAY

PRICE RANGE: $$-$$$
One of Magnetic Island's premium experience providers offering all inclusive sailing cruises and rrivate charters on a luxury 58-foot yacht. 
Forget about the real world for a while. Soak in the views of the stunning Magnetic Island coastline while you experience the magic of sailing and enjoy the best locally sourced food and wine. wine.
0424 296 406
SEALINK PACKAGE TOURS
Breakwater Terminal, Sir Theiss Drive
TOWNSVILLE
 & NELLY BAY TERMINALS
PRICE RANGE: $$ - $$$
Whether you want to relax on a secluded beach, cruise the tropical waters of North Queensland or try one of the many adventure activities on offer on Magnetic Island, we can plan the perfect holiday itinerary for you. We are Magnetic Island specialists and can recommend tours, accommodation, transport and day tour packages for every budget. Choose from our existing range of packages or contact us and let one of our experienced staff customise a holiday for you.
1300 MAGGIE
AQUASCENE MAGNETIC ISLAND
Departs Magnetic Marina
NELLY BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$ - $$$
• Discovery Eco Tour
• Circumnavigation Tour
• Sunset and Shipwreck Tour
• Whale Watching Tour
Eco certified, Master Reef Guide and Tourism Award winner. Our tours are full of stunning scenery, stories and special places. Our awesome boat was designed to take you to places you never thought possible, which means we get you closer to all the special places we love. Visit us at the Aquascene Shop, right next to Fruit N Scoops and SOS at the IGA roundabout in Nelly Bay.
0460 312 585
GET AROUND BOAT TOURS
Departs: Magnetic Harbour Boat Ramp
NELLY BAY

PRICE RANGE: $$
Great prices! See all of the Island's stunning coastline on a full day tour. Discover stunning beaches you can't access by walking or by car, snorkel over amazing reefs, swim in secret coves, try your luck at fishing, and see a spectacular sunset.
0448 434 292
MAGNETIC ISLAND FISHING CHARTERS
Horseshoe Bay foreshore
HORSESHOE BAY

PRICE RANGE: $$
Fishing charters, sightseeing and whale watching* tours. Half or full day around Magnetic Island and beyond. Groups of up to 5 people welcome. *Seasonal.
POSEIDON ADVENTURE
Departs:
TOWNSVILLE & MAGNETIC ISLAND
PRICE RANGE: $$$
Explore Magnetic Island from the water with our selection of boat tours, jet ski tours, snorkelling and private charters. We depart from Townsville and from Magnetic Island.
SAVE 15% on your tour by using code: MAGIGUIDE15 when you book!
1300 848 552
BAY HOPPER
Departs Magnetic Marina
NELLY BAY, ARTHUR BAY, FLORENCE BAY, RADICAL BAY & HORSESHOE BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$ - $$$
Bay Hopper is a flexible beach-to-beach service connecting Nelly Bay and Horseshoe Bay with stops at some of Magnetic Island’s beautiful remote bays along the way.
Unlike a conventional boat, Bay Hopper can travel across the water and drive directly onto the beach. That means you can step straight onto the sand without needing a jetty or wading through the water.
ISLAND TIME CRUISES

Departs: Horseshoe Bay foreshore
HORSESHOE BAY

PRICE RANGE: $$
• Day Cruise
• Sunset Cruise
Hop on board and discover Magnetic Island by sea, with entertaining and informative commentary. Small groups. Snorkel the fringing reefs, walk on stunning secluded beaches and fishing - we'll fillet and bag your catch, and we also always carry soy, wasabi and of course chop sticks onboard for the Sashimi lovers. Private charter also available.
0499 996 653
MAGNETIC ISLAND SEA KAYAKS
Horseshoe Bay foreshore
HORSESHOE BAY

PRICE RANGE: $$
Enjoy a sea kayak adventure and choose from a 2 hour Morning Tour, or a 2 hour Sunset Tour, as you escape to the water. These guided tours stay within the sheltered waters of Horseshoe Bay. Take a leisurely paddle out to Horseshoe Bay Point before drifting back over seagrass beds and coral gardens to watch turtles.
PLEASURE DIVERS
10 Marine Parade
ARCADIA

PRICE RANGE: $$
Unwind underwater with Pleasure Divers! Our convenient on-site dive training pool and the prime dive spots opposite our centre, make it easy to enjoy a laid-back and stress-free shore diving experience. We also offer a range of SSI dive training courses for all skill levels. As a proud, family-operated small business, we're Maggie’s go-to local dive shop. Stop by our Arcadia location for expert advice, snorkeling tips, equipment sales and snorkel/ scuba gear rentals.
4778 5788
LAND TOURS & ACTIVITIES
Guided Tours
MAGNETIC ISLAND TOURS
Departs: Ferry terminal courtesy bus area
NELLY BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$
Magnetic Island Tours offers unforgettable small-group adventures led by friendly locals who know the island inside and out. Whether you’re spotting koalas in the treetops, learning about WWII history, or cruising past secluded bays, our tours are designed for all ages and interests—with plenty of laughs, photo stops, and genuine Aussie hospitality.
MI RIDE
DISCOVERY TOURS
- MAGNETIC ISLAND
Departs: Ferry terminal courtesy bus area
NELLY BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$
Take a ride on the wild side and discover the side of Maggie that few people see on our West Coast Eco Adventure and West Point Sunset Safari!
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Explore remote beaches, forests and waterfalls with our fun, expert guide.
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Discover koala hot spots and learn about the island’s history and culture.
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Comfortable all-terrain, air conditioned bus with low step access.
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Savannah Guide and Eco Accredited Tour Guide with local knowledge.
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“Rated No.1 experience by our group for our week-long stay on Magnetic Island!”
â€0413 517 651‬
BOUNCE MAGNETIC ISLAND WILDLIFE TOURS
40 Horseshoe Bay Road
HORSESHOE BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$
Learn and get up close and personal with our unique native Australian wildlife. Daily tours conducted with onsite rangers offer local stories and a personal experience. Three tours depart daily at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm. We also do a breakfast with the koalas on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 8.30am! Eco Accredited.
Activities
MAGNETIC ISLAND COUNTRY (GOLF) CLUB
Cnr Yule & Hirst Streets
PICNIC BAY
PRICE RANGE: $$
The Golf Club is set in a back drop of rugged hills strewn with boulders and lush vegetation, and backs onto National Park. Open 7 days a week. Hire clubs, electric cart and pull buggies. Function facilities and a full bar are also available.
MAGNETIC MUSEUM & CRAFT SHOP
11-15 Granite Street
PICNIC BAY
PRICE RANGE: $0
OPEN: Easter to January 26th 10am - 2pm
CLOSED: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
The heritage-listed Picnic Bay Schoolhouse, on the grounds, is used as a Craft Centre, selling quality local craft and historical publications. The Museum itself is housed in the historic Butler Hut, (named after the original pioneering family of the island) and offers fascinating exhibitions about our local history.
4778 5606
From walking tracks and trails, the best snorkelling and sunset spots, to entertainment and free activities, discover the Top 40 Things To Do on Magnetic Island!
TIDE TIMES
Whether you're wanting low tides for snorkeling or finding shipwrecks, or the best tide times to throw a line off the jetty, your boat or the foreshore, view the 2026 Tide Times.