Things to see and do
Magnetic Island is unique in that it offers the widest variety of activities to suit all types of guests and budgets. Just some of the activities are listed here.
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Red Baron Sea Plane This movie star is now gracing the skies above beautiful Magnetic Island. The historical Grumman Sea-Cat starred in the movie The Phantom and is now being cast in a new adventure. It’s the only two passenger, open cockpit bi-plane on floats in the world. Billy Zane flew in it, Catherine Zeta Jones flew in it, now it’s your turn to fly in the Red Baron for an experience of a lifetime. This activity now departs from Townsville. www.redbaronseaplanes.com.au |
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Providence V Sailing Providence V is a 62-foot gaff rigged family-owned topsail classic schooner, perfect for adventure sailing in a bygone era. She runs day and evening sails around the granite-bouldered, magnificent beaches of Magnetic Island. Providence V can take up to 24 people for day sails and 15 overnight. www.providencesailing.com.au |
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Stage Door Theatre Restaurant Stage Door Theatre Restaurant is the most unique entertainment venue in North Queensland. Every Friday and Saturday night (check for seasonal changes) professional entertainers Bernadette Smith and the fabulous Phill Stephens play to packed houses in their hilarious comedy cabaret dinner shows. www.stagedoortheatre.com.au |
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Champagne Bush Tucker Brunch - Koala Sanctuary Feast on our bush tucker breakfast featuring outback dusted lamb, lemon myrtle reef fish and other cooked to order favourites such as pancakes, bacon & eggs. Dine with the koalas, crocodiles and other wildlife at this unique attraction. www.bungalowbay.com.au |
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Tropicana Guided Adventure Co. Explore beautiful Magnetic Island with Tropicana in the worlds first stretched Jeep. Uninterrupted views of magnificent scenery, on fully interactive tours, guided by Island experts with local knowledge and lots of fun. 3 hr, 5hr, 8hr Tours. www.tropicanatours.com.au |
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Adrenalin Jet Ski Tours. Adrenalin Jet Ski Tours are the ultimate in jetski experience. Adrenalin tours are fun for all ages and families are welcome. Showcasing all the beauty Maggie Island has to offer on a three hour tour or take in the top end on a one hour tour. Departures daily. Also available jet skis for casual hire - a good way for the groom and groomsmen to burn off steam on the morning of the wedding. |
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Jazza Sailing Tours Experience the thrill of authentic sailing on a one day sailing adventure. Visit secluded beaches and bays of the Island, take time out to snorkel and view the magnificent coral reefs, or try boomnetting. Join in the jam session with your skipper, a well known local jazz musician. www.jazza.com.au |
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Magnetic Island Sea Kayaks Discover Magnetic Islands World Heritage National and Marine Parks from the quiet of your kayak. Enjoy a tropical breakfast on a secluded picturesque beach, viewing nature in the wild, where we take only photos and leave only footprints. No experience necessary as full instruction is provided. www.seakayak.com.au |
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Reef Eco Tours Discover Magnetic Islands best reefs with local marine biologist Dr Andy Lewis. Great for novice snorkellers. Guided snorkelling tours through superb coral gardens. Expert ecological commentary identify fishes, corals, and invertebrates. www.tevenei.com |
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Pleasure Divers - Snorkelling and Diving All PADI courses from Introductory Dives through to Instructor level. Daily certified Island dives; Gear hire and sales; Outer Barrier Reef cruises and trips to the world famous S.S Yongala Australias Number 1 dive site; and snorkel hire. www.pleasuredivers.com.au |
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Golf - Magnetic Island Country Club At Magnetic Island Golf Club all social golfers are welcome plus there are a number of fun events and competitions in which you can participate. It is a great 9 Hole course for families and playing times are readily available. Open Daily from 8am This activity is also possible for "bucks" excursions prior to or on the morning of the wedding. www.golfselect.com.au |
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Koala Sanctuary Hold a Crocodile, Snake and Koala. Including guided bushwalk into local habitats with local rangers. 3 Daily Guided Tours. www.bungalowbay.com.au |
| Magnetic Island Bus Service World-heritage Magnetic Island offers an unique Great Barrier Reef island experience. There is no better way to enjoy it than with Magnetic Island Bus Service. 3 hour tours daily. 9am and 1pm. The bus service runs regularly from one end of the island to the other from morning till night, meeting each ferry and transporting visitors from one bay to the next. There are regular bus stops all over the island, near to all accommodation points. |
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