Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive | 5 hours

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Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
2 Adults x $57.47
$114.94
Approx Total
$114.94
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Local guide
  • Free Hotel Pick up /Drop off on Magnetic island
  • Free Bottled Water for guests
  • Light morning tea of baked goods and fruit
  • Ferry transfers to and from Magnetic Island.
  • Lunch
  • Aquasearch Aquarium entrance fees (AUD3 cash only for over 5's)
  • Hotel / Accommodation pick-up from Townsville

Overview

A mature and highly-regarded local guide will provide friendly, entertaining commentary on hundreds of topics covering birds and wildlife, trees, geology, history and folklore on your 5 hour tour of the scenic roads and byways of the beautiful Magnetic Island. Departing Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal you'll visit all the major sights, including one or two secret spots some locals don't even know about. We finish with an hours free time in Horseshoe bay for lunch you.

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Meeting points

Bus will be in the courtesy vehicle pick up point at the Nelly Bay Terminal. This is behind the public bus stops.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Nelly Bay

    After boarding the bus at Nelly Bay terminal you will meet your friendly local guide who will escort you throughout the day. Our guides are all locals, with a depth of knowledge about life on the island. After a brief introduction you will make your way through Nelly Bay to the western side of the island. On the way you’ll get some background facts on the island and an introduction to the geography and fauna.

    5 minutes

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    Closed Tuesdays and between Australia Day to Easter. Set in the heritage listed Picnic Bay School and historic Butler Hut, the centre operates a museum and sells locally made craft and historical publications. The museum shows island history through permanent displays and varying annual exhibitions.

    15 minutes

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    Optional stop where we will discover its story and how it was saved from demolition, and take in the beautiful surrounds

    15 minutes

  • Geoffrey Bay

    No visit to the Maggie would be complete without a stop at Geoffrey Bay to see if you can find some of our extremely cute Allied Rock Wallabies. These wallabies are found only in Northern Queensland between Townsville and the Burdekin River. Geoffrey Bay is also an opportunity to get out of the bus and get up close and personal with our incredible rock formations.

    20 minutes

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    As the bus climbs the long steep hill towards Horseshoe Bay you will get breathtaking views across the island. You will then head down the other side into the old farming precinct before we stop for an hour’s free time in Horseshoe Bay where a variety of food is available. During the winter when the butterflies are around we will definitely visit the Butterfly forest for a short bush walk. Its an experience not to be missed and great balm for the soul. Horseshoe Bay also offers year round swimming with a safe swimming enclosure in place during the summer months. An excellent place to cool off if you bring your swimmers.

    1 hour

  • Aquasearch

    After lunch you will return to the Ferry, giving you the chance to catch those incredible views once more. This time though we will head through the back of Arcadia, along pretty Hayles avenue with a short stop at Aquasearch Aquarium ($3 entry fee, cash only) where we will try and find Nemo and Dory and chat about our Giant Clams, before heading back to the Ferry Terminal in time to meet the 3pm depature to Townsville.

    20 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

April 28100% refund
April 29No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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4.9

349 reviews

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  • 4 stars
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

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Outstanding

Published on Jan, 2025

Neil was so knowledgeable on all things Magnetic Island. Great day and well worth it. Excellent drive around the Island.

Maggie Island Tour as solo traveller

Published on Dec, 2024

The Maggie Comprehensive tour was an incredible way to experience Magnetic Island. The scenic views and wildlife encounters were unforgettable, with spotting koalas and rock-wallabies being absolute highlights. The tour was well-paced, with an air-conditioned bus taking us to each location, ensuring a comfortable and unrushed experience. Our guide was charismatic and deeply knowledgeable about the island, sharing fascinating history and unique facts that you wouldn’t easily find online. A visit to a small museum run by a local historian added an authentic touch to the experience. The atmosphere was welcoming and enjoyable, especially for solo travelers like me. This isn’t a strenuous tour, so it’s perfect for people of all ages and fitness levels. I’d highly recommend it to both groups and solo travellers looking to explore the best of Magnetic Island in comfort and style!

An excellent trip

Published on Nov, 2024

Neil was an excellent guide- very interesting, very knowledgeable, a great sense of humour and very willing to tweak the schedule to suit everyone’s needs. We saw rock wallabies and a koala with a joey in her pouch. A must do trip.

Amazing experience!

Published on Oct, 2024

Was a amazing day, we saw koalas and wallabys, a few beautiful beaches and lookouts and the guide Tim was really good!

Pleasant tour

Published on Oct, 2024

Very informative and pleasant tour. Neil was a terrific guide and most knowledgeable of local flora and fauna. Morning tea wasn't bad either

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