Magnetic Island Boat Tour with Snorkelling - Half Day
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June 2026
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What you can expect
Launch into a high-energy guided boat tour around Magnetic Island and enjoy a half-day adventure packed with coastal views, snorkelling and island exploration. Cruise across crystal clear waters as you circle the island’s stunning bays, discovering hidden beaches, vibrant fringing reefs and remote spots only accessible by sea. With your local guide leading the way, you’ll uncover the stories, scenery and standout locations that make Magnetic Island so special, with the added thrill of an open-water ride.
Pull into sheltered bays to enjoy guided snorkelling sessions, where you can spot tropical fish and explore colourful reef systems up close. Stretch your legs on shore with a relaxed island walk to scenic lookouts or coastal tracks, and keep an eye out for native wildlife, including koalas and rock wallabies, in their natural habitat. With time to swim, unwind and soak up the laid-back tropical atmosphere, this half-day experience delivers the perfect mix of adventure, wildlife and reef time, all just off the coast of Townsville.
Location
What you need to know
- Half-day guided boat tour
- Up to two guided snorkelling sessions
- Snorkelling equipment
- Guided island walk
- Beach stops
- Wildlife spotting opportunities
- Commentary from local guide
- Food and drink.
- Townsville departure at 8.30am; check-in from 8am
- Magnetic Island departure at 9am; check-in no later than 8.45am
- This is a half-day experience, approximately four hours and 30 minutes in duration.
- This experience departs from 108 Flinders St, Townsville, QLD 4810 or from Magnetic Island, QLD 4819.
- Swimwear and a towel
- Hat and sunscreen
- Drinks/lunch (if not purchased)
- Comfortable footwear (for short island walks)
- Change of clothes
- Camera/phone
- Minimum driver age of 16 years old; drivers under 18 require a waiver signed by a parent or guardian
- Minimum passenger age of 7 years old
- Maximum of two people per watercraft, including driver; combined weight limit of 200kg
- Watercraft must be operated responsibly, with riders liable for damage caused by negligence or misuse
- Operation is not permitted under the influence of alcohol or impairing substances, and all experience provider rules must be followed
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements