Magnetic Island Round-Trip Ferry From Townsville | 20 minutes

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  • Mobile ticket
  • Return Trip Ferry Transfer
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Overview

Enjoy the secluded paradise of Magnetic Island, a tropical destination known for its quiet beaches, rugged landscape, and abundant wildlife. Easily accessible via the ferry from the City of Townsville, Magnetic Island is only 20 minutes away with SeaLink, the quickest link to this idyllic tropical location to set the clock to island time. SeaLink offers up to 17 trips a day to Magnetic Island, the ferry terminal in Townsville is located close to the CBD and The Strand and only 12 minutes from the Townsville Airport. You can easily make a day on Magnetic Island or stay for as long as you want, for the best island experience on the east coast of Australia. Return tickets are valid for up to 180 days from purchase, so take your time and enjoy snorkel trails, and hiking trails of the Magnetic Island National Park, home to the largest colony of Koala's in Northern Australia, and a perfect base to explore the GBR. 

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Enjoy a quick and easy ferry transfer to Magnetic Island with SeaLink North Queensland. With up to 17 trips a day, and a short 20 minute trip across Cleveland Bay to the Magnetic Island Marina in Nelly Bay. The local Magnetic Island bus service meets every ferry arrival, and departure making it easy and affordable to explore Magnetic Island.    Spend as much time as you like on the island with the flexibility of a return ticket that is valid for six months with a range of accommodation to suit every budget. With 23 bays, plus many beaches with fringing reefs and a network of shipwrecks, there's plenty to explore in the water. You can explore the island by yacht, snorkelling tours, day trips to the Great Barrier Reef, sea kayaking, fishing and jet-skiing. On land, almost 70 percent of the island is protected by national parks. You can walk along nearly 15 miles (24 km) of walking trails in varied terrain. Wildlife thrives here, as Magnetic Island is well known as the home to the largest population of Koala’s in Northern Australia. The only self-contained island in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Magnetic Island has modern conveniences such as shops, spas, hotels and banks within reach of pristine wilderness areas. After taking in Magnetic Island at your own leisure and expense, choose from up to 17 Ferry departure times to return to Townsville.

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The return tickets are open dated for six months

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Great Start

Published on Jan, 2025

Interesting , As the only Pedestrian only Service to MI , They don't act like it. The customer service is excellent , a short trip across to MI is the start of your excellent time. often when there is no other choice - Service is Lacking But not in this case. Regards Kenny

Great efficient transport to Maggie and back

Published on Jan, 2025

The ferry is very efficient the staff are professional and nice. Please make sure you know which ferry you go on, as there is another ferry which also takes cars that’s located on another part of the pier - needs a long walk to get over to the other side.

Easy to find, easy to book, comfortable ride

Published on Oct, 2024

The ferry was on time, great service at the counter, also on the boat. Smooth ride, comfortable, every question answered with a smile.

Great Service

Published on Oct, 2024

Would definitely recommend this service. Clean, quick and on time with plenty of options for time. Magnetic Island definitely a must see.

Well organiseren ferry

Published on Oct, 2024

Short ferry tour.and everything was so well organized. We were quite early but is was no problem to change our tickets for an earlier ferry

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