Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
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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Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Pickup included
What's included in Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
(Subject to Option Inclusions)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.
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.
Optional stop where we will discover its story and how it was saved from demolition, and take in the beautiful surrounds
Inclusions
- 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
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pickups begin 30 minutes prior depending on location. Bus will meet you at recption of your accomodation
Meeting / End Points
- Bus will be in the courtesy vehicle pick up point at the Nelly Bay Terminal. This is behind the public bus stops.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Tour departs from the Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal located on Magnetic Island Island Pickup available. Contact for details. Pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.