CIRCUMNAVIGATION TOUR OF MAGNETIC ISLAND

- SEE EVERY BAY OF MAGNETIC ISLAND -
SIT BACK AND RELAX AS WE TAKE YOU ON A

​FULL LAP OF MAGNETIC ISLAND  
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SHARING STORIES AND A CONNECTION THAT AQUASCENE IS WELL KNOWN FOR!

Our boats are custom designed to take you to places you never thought possible, which means we get you closer to all those special places.
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Selected days each week
​8.30 am to 1.30 pm


​-Full Lap of Magnetic Island
​-Snorkel/ Swim & Beach time with water activities
-Wildlife Interactions
-Secluded pristine beaches including the "5 Bays"
​ on the remote northern side of the Island
-Stories & History
-Exploring and connecting you to beautiful Magnetic Island

CIRCUMNAVIGATION TOUR PRICES: 
Adults  $155
Child    $114  (2-14 years) 
(infants / 2 yrs and under F.O.C.)
*young children must be accompanied by 2 adults
​*Ferry ticket to Magnetic Island is NOT included in the tour price

PRIVATE CHARTERS:

Please contact us to book your private charter

As part of your booking process please take the time to read the following:

​Snorkelling and water activities can be a strenuous activity and may increase the health and safety risks if you are suffering from any medical condition that may be made worse by physical activity. If you have a medical condition that we need to know about please advise Aquascene crew, or advise the office at time of booking. You will be emailed a waiver form that we require each guest to complete prior to your tour. 

Now the formal part is covered let's get you booked on tour
for an ADVENTURE!

"Showing you special places you won't find on your own..."

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Departs from Magnetic Island Marina - Nelly Bay

Your full day tour includes:
  • Travel around the stunning coastline visiting  secluded bays and beaches of ​Magnetic Island
  • Visiting the secluded "5 Bays" on the northern side of the Island (weather permitting)
  • Swim / Paddleboards / Beach time / Snorkel ​(we design our tour around the tides and conditions on the day to ensure you have the best experience possible)
  • ​​Meet some local "marine & wildlife friends"
  • Water activities for all ages!​
What's included in your tour:
  • Morning tea / tea & coffee
  • ​Quality snorkelling gear (mask, snorkel, fins)
  • Wet suits (in the cooler months June - September)
  • UV stinger suits (seasonal)
  • Stand Up Paddle board
  • Glass bottom boogie boards
  • Flotation aids ("pool noodles")
  • Bonus Whale watching (seasonal June - September)
  • Magnetic Island history and cultural connections
  • Reef and wildlife interpretations
  • EMC Reef tax charge is included in your ticket (you are helping to maintain the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef Marine Park)
  • FUN, RELAXATION & ADVENTURE!​​
  • *GOPRO & PRESCRIPTION MASKS AVAILABLE FOR RENT*

​What to bring:
Wear comfortable clothing for going to the beach.
  • Swimwear & Towel
  • Sunscreen & Hat
  • Camera
  • Jacket / Jumper (in the cooler months of May - Sept)​
  • Water bottle
  • BYO any other snacks/refreshments you wish

Travelling to Magnetic Island from Townsville

​PLEASE NOTE -
Do not confuse Sealink North Queensland Ferry (passengers only), with Magnetic Island Ferries (vehicles and passengers), they are two different companies that depart from two different locations and times.
Catching the passenger ferry from Townsville
If catching the Sealink ferry from Townsville, please be sure to catch the 
7.45-am departure from Townsville to connect with our tour departure time. 
If you miss the ferry from Townsville we are unable to wait for you to catch the next ferry to Magnetic Island.
Please check the Sealink Ferry Timetable here.

Car parking and motorhome parking is available at the Sealink Ferry Terminal.
(A fee applies, pay at the carpark or at the Sealink ticket desk in Townsville)
Catching the car ferry from Townsville
If travelling with Magnetic Island Ferries with your vehicle, please check that your times allow you to connect with our tour.
Please check Magnetic Island Ferries Timetable here.  

Nelly Bay Car Park
Car parking is available at the Magnetic Island car park as you arrive on to Magnetic Island to park and then join us for your tour. (No fee at the Magnetic Island car park however it can be full on certain days of the week, so allow yourself extra time to find nearby parking in Nelly Bay.)

Where to meet us on Magnetic Island

NELLY BAY DEPARTURES - 8.30 am
Meet us  in front of Peppers Resort Restaurant (Nelly Bay) on the boardwalk area, a short 1 minute walk to the left of the Nelly Bay ferry terminal.  You will see our Aquascene A-Frame sign located on the far corner of the boardwalk area and our friendly Aquascene crew will meet you there and escort you to our boat ready to start your day of fun.
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