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"enchanting and ALIVE"

SUNSET & SHIPWRECK TOUR
(selected dates only per month)

  • A scenic connection with "S.S. City Of Adelaide"
  • Maritime Stories & History
  • Bird life at sunset
  • Magnetic Island's iconic wrecks and coastline from Nelly Bay to Cockle Bay
  • Local art and culture

This is a BYO beverages & nibbles tour.


Come and experience our award-winning Sunset & Shipwreck tour.

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​On a select few nights each month, the high tide and sunset combine, allowing for something
very special....

​Experience a magical connection with some of Magnetic Island's maritime history.
​We bring the shipwreck "S.S. City Of Adelaide" to life,
as we share her enchanting story and how she came
​to rest on the shoreline of Magnetic Island.


SUNSET TOUR PRICES:
Adults $99
Child   $65 (5 - 14 years)  not recommended for toddlers and very young children, but please contact us for your individual situations.
*Ferry ticket to Magnetic Island is
NOT included

 
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PRIVATE CHARTERS:
​

 Please contact us to book your private charter
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Now the formal part is covered let's get you booked on tour.

"Showing you special places you won't find on your own..."
Step back in time and immerse yourself in our 2 hour scenic tour focusing on the coastal area between Nelly Bay and Cockle Bay on Magnetic Island. Relax while you take in the sights as we make our way to our destination, the "S.S. City of Adelaide", where we will share her story with you as you enjoy the sunset. A truly magical and unique experience.

This tour is available on selected dates only

Departs from Magnetic Island
​4:15 pm to 6:15pm pm
 on selected days from April - Aug  *

(Departure times may vary during the year due to sunset times, we adjust to suit accordingly.) Please check times when booking your tour.
​​Departs from Magnetic Island Marina - Nelly Bay
Your 2-hour tour includes:
  • Visit the scenic coastline between Nelly Bay and Cockle Bay on Magnetic Island
  • Stories & history of some shipwrecks along the way
  • Scenic bird life at sunset
  • Photo opportunities at our destination, the grand old lady of the sea, "S.S. City Of Adelaide"​​​​​
What to bring:
Wear comfortable clothing​
  • B.Y.O. alcoholic drinks and nibbles
  • Camera
  • Jacket / Jumper  (in the cooler months of May - Sept)​​​

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.
SEALINK FERRY (Passengers)
Catching the passenger ferry from Townsville
If catching the Sealink ferry from Townsville, please be sure to catch the 

7.45am 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)
MAGNETIC ISLAND FERRIES (Vehicle & Passenger)
​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
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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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, live and play and recognise their connections to the land, sea and community.  We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. 

Aquascene Magnetic Island
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MAGNETIC ISLAND
& TOWNSVILLE DEPARTURES

QUEENSLAND - AUSTRALIA

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Sunset & Shipwreck Tour
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  • HOME
  • BOOK A TOUR
    • DISCOVERY ECO TOUR
    • TOWNSVILLE DEPARTURE TUE / THUR / SAT DISCOVERY ECO TOUR
    • CIRCUMNAVIGATION EXPLORER TOUR
    • FUNSET TOUR
    • SUNSET & SHIPWRECK TOUR - tide based tour certain dates only
    • WHALES AT SUNSET TOUR
    • PRIVATE CHARTERS
  • OUR STORY
    • THE AQUASCENE STORY
  • ECO
  • MASTER REEF GUIDES
  • Meet the Team
  • EDU-TOURISM / SCHOOLS
  • Mobility / Accessibility
  • FAQS
    • FAQS
    • Departure Location Info
    • Snorkel Safety Video
  • AWARDS / MEDIA
  • Gallery
  • OFFICE / SHOP
  • CONTACT US
    • CONTACT DETAILS
    • How did we go....we value your comments.
  • Getting to Magnetic Island
  • AGENT LOGIN
  • Aquascene Blog