From A$209 per person
Book tickets on Viator (opens in a new tab): Townsville Departure Maggie Discovery Tour including GuideYou book and pay on viator.com. Inclusable may earn a commission.
5.0 / 5 from 17 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 10
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 17 reviews
About this tour
Discover the wonders of Magnetic Island on a Discovery Eco Tour, departing from Townsville Breakwater Marina on a Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. This multi-award winning experience offers captivating snorkelling the fringing reef and marine interactions. Enjoy captivating stories of the island’s cultural history while savouring fresh morning tea. Ideal for families and adventure-seekers alike, this tour provides quality snorkelling equipment and various water activities suitable for all ages. Join an unforgettable day of exploration, learning, and relaxation in one of Australia’s most stunning marine environments.
- 6 Hour adventure from Townsville to Magnetic Island, departing 7:30 am (meeting at 7:15) and returning between 1:45 & 2 pm
- Snorkelling and Marine & Wildlife interactions
- Fresh morning tea and refreshments included, with options for dietary needs
- Family-friendly with activities suitable for all ages, including stand-up paddle boarding and boogie boards
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Townsville: Fuel Wharf Breakwater Marina, located at the end of Mariners Drive off the Strand past G-Finger @ 7:15am for a sharp 7:30 Departure Follow this link for where to meet https://www.aquascenemagneticisland.com.au/departure-location-info.html. The nearest accessible public toilet to the meeting point is about 420 m away in a straight line, from the National Public Toilet Map.
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Itinerary
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Our Multi-Award Winning Discovery Tour is a truly unique Magnetic Island experience. Adam & Steph Hinks have called Magnetic Island their home for over 37 years, they know this island like the back of their hand & along with their crew they love sharing their love for the island with you. Our Crew have a passion for the Island & will educate you about the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and meet some marine life friends along the way. Every bay has a story to tell and we love sharing them with you.(pass by)
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- All Snorkelling Equipment (with lessons provided)
- FREE UV suits or wetsuits
- FREE Stand Up Paddle Boards
- We serve a delicious morning tea consisting of Seasonal Fruits & Cake
- Option To Purchase a resuable Aquascene Watter bottle for $2 or bring a bottle for Free Refill Station
- EMC Charges for Using the Marine Park
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nearest accessible public toilet to Townsville: Fuel Wharf Breakwater Marina, located at the end of Mariners Drive off the Strand past G-Finger @ 7:15am for a sharp 7:30 Departure Follow this link for where to meet https://www.aquascenemagneticisland.com.au/departure-location-info.html
The nearest accessible public toilet to Townsville: Fuel Wharf Breakwater Marina, located at the end of Mariners Drive off the Strand past G-Finger @ 7:15am for a sharp 7:30 Departure Follow this link for where to meet https://www.aquascenemagneticisland.com.au/departure-location-info.html is Tobruk Memorial Baths, Townsville, about 420 m away.
Tobruk Memorial Baths · about 420 m away in a straight line
32 The Strand, Townsville, QLD (swimming pool)
- Changing Places facility
- MLAK key required
Open: Mon-Thu 5am-7pm, Fri 5am-6pm, Oct-Apr Sat 6am-4pm, Oct-Apr Sun 7am-4pm, May-Sep Sat 7am-4pm, May-Sep Sun 8am-4pm — Public Holidays 8am-4pm
MLAK Key available from the service counter , upon request .
Source: the National Public Toilet Map, data as at 1 September 2026. Distances are straight-line, not the walking route, and facilities can change — check before you rely on one. Facility record
Location & contact
- Area
- Townsville, Queensland
- Meeting point
- Townsville: Fuel Wharf Breakwater Marina, located at the end of Mariners Drive off the Strand past G-Finger @ 7:15am for a sharp 7:30 Departure Follow this link for where to meet https://www.aquascenemagneticisland.com.au/departure-location-info.html
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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