Choose your Aquascene experience...

Sunset & Shipwreck Tour

Experience a magical connection with some of Magnetic Island's history. 
We bring a shipwreck to life with her enchanting story.  ​​

Maggie Discovery Tour

Explore the beauty of Magnetic Island....
​above and below the water.
Snorkel, Explore & Discover our
favourite places.

Private Charters

The choices are endless to
​create a special day to suit. Weddings, parties, special occasions. Magnetic Island is the perfect setting.
At Aquascene we are known for our exceptional tour experiences...

We are Adam & Steph Hinks,
owner/operators of Aquascene.
Our passionate connection with Magnetic Island began as teenagers growing up here on this beautiful Island 35 years ago....we love where we live and we have many stories and special places to share with you.

We welcome you on-board with us on our custom designed cat "Aquascene". Our mobility friendly boat has many unique features that are designed to suit exactly what we do on tour. 
  • We easily access many stunning secluded beaches and hard to get to bays.
  • We nestle in some beautiful coral lagoons and access some amazing fringing reef....just off the boat!  
  • Learn some interesting things as we share some stories and history along the way.
  • Interact with some beautiful bird life and marine life.
  • Discover the incredible beauty of Magnetic Island from above and below the water.

Our tours are full of fun, relaxation and comfort. We personalise our tours to suit each of our guests on the day.

Expert snorkel tuition and guidance is given. We are proud of our safe learning environment on Aquascene, you benefit from your skipper and crew being qualified Surf Life Guards.

Aquascene attract guests from all "walks of life", families, couples, solo travellers, all ages and abilities....come and experience something special!

We look forward to seeing you soon.
Your hosts...Steph and Adam Hinks and their family
Aquascene on a Discovery Tour of Magnetic Island
Close encounters with our wildlife friends
Snorkelling fun for everyone
Melia Hinks....our daughter, a local ambassador for Magnetic Island.
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Aquascene is based on beautiful Magnetic Island, which is situated a short 20 minute ferry ride off the coast of Townsville. A world heritage listed island featuring 23 beaches and bays surrounded by a stunning landscape of large granite boulders and Hoop Pine headlands. Magnetic Island, an island that offers something for everyone.

Choose your Aquascene experience...

Sunset & Shipwrecks Tour

Experience a magical connection with Magnetic Island's history.
We bring some shipwrecks to life with their enchanting stories.

Maggie Discovery Tour

Explore the beauty of Magnetic Island....above and below the water.
Snorkel, Explore & Discover our
​favourite places.

Private Charters & Groups

The choices are endless to create a special day to suit.  Weddings, parties, special occasions, Magnetic Island is the perfect setting.​
Departs from Nelly Bay Marina
Magnetic Island
Selected dates available*
Departs daily 8.15 a.m.*
from Nelly Bay Marina
Magnetic Island
Departures from Nelly Bay Marina
Magnetic Island OR
Townsville upon request*

Every day is special.....every bay has a story to tell

Aquascene...a tour for those that want to feel like they are not on a tour!