Highlights
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.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- Bus will be in the courtesy vehicle pick up point at the Nelly Bay Terminal. This is behind the public bus stops.
Return Details
- Bus will be in the courtesy vehicle pick up point at the Nelly Bay Terminal. This is behind the public bus stops.
Duration
5 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Nelly Bay
Nelly Bay, Queensland
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Magnetic Island History and Craft Centre
11 Granite Street, Picnic Bay, QLD 4819
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Picnic Bay Jetty
Picnic Bay, QLD 4819
Optional stop where we will discover its story and how it was saved from demolition, and take in the beautiful surrounds
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Geoffrey Bay
Queensland
No visit to the Maggie would be complete without a stop at Geoffrey Bay to see if you can find some of our extremely cute Allied Rock Wallabies. These wallabies are found only in Northern Queensland between Townsville and the Burdekin River. Geoffrey Bay is also an opportunity to get out of the bus and get up close and personal with our incredible rock formations.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Horseshoe Bay Beach
1 Pacific Drive, Horseshoe Bay, QLD 4819
As the bus climbs the long steep hill towards Horseshoe Bay you will get breathtaking views across the island. You will then head down the other side into the old farming precinct before we stop for an hour’s free time in Horseshoe Bay where a variety of food is available. During the winter when the butterflies are around we will definitely visit the Butterfly forest for a short bush walk. Its an experience not to be missed and great balm for the soul. Horseshoe Bay also offers year round swimming with a safe swimming enclosure in place during the summer months. An excellent place to cool off if you bring your swimmers.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Aquasearch
6-10 Elena St, Nelly Bay, Queensland
After lunch you will return to the Ferry, giving you the chance to catch those incredible views once more. This time though we will head through the back of Arcadia, along pretty Hayles avenue with a short stop at Aquasearch Aquarium ($3 entry fee, cash only) where we will try and find Nemo and Dory and chat about our Giant Clams, before heading back to the Ferry Terminal in time to meet the 3pm depature to Townsville.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional Information
- 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
- Local guide
- Free Hotel Pick up /Drop off on Magnetic island
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Hotel / Accommodation pick-up from Townsville
Redemption Instructions
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.
Traveler Pickup Information
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot pick-up passengers from addreses in Townsville, we do not have vehicles or staff in Townsville.
Pickups begin 30 minutes prior depending on location. Bus will meet you at recption of your accomodation
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Fine Print
7-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operators terms and conditions for this offer here.
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