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Hand-picked tours across Queensland

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Queensland for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes
5.0 (23)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes

Pilot your own jet ski around Magnetic Island's Five Beach Bay for 90 minutes of coastal exploration. Departing from Horseshoe Bay, you'll navigate eight bays—seven reachable only by water—past granite outcrops, sea caves, and remote beaches. A local guide leads the way, sharing insights on marine ecosystems and wildlife while you spot turtles, rays, dolphins, and raptors. Stop for swims in sheltered coves and take home professional photos from your adventure.

2h 30mfrom AUD $260
Aquascene Magnetic Island Quick Dip Trip
5.0 (16)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Aquascene Magnetic Island Quick Dip Trip

A 3-hour coastal cruise departing Nelly Bay on Magnetic Island that pairs a guided snorkel with afternoon tea. You'll explore the island's shoreline aboard a small vessel, slip into the water for a reef look-around, then settle back with refreshments while soaking in the scenery. Relaxed pacing suits all fitness levels, and the boat accommodates prams, wheelchairs, and service animals.

3 hoursfrom AUD $129
Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island
5.0 (11)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Whale Watching and Wildlife Cruise Townsville and Magnetic Island

Track humpback whales during their migration along the Townsville and Magnetic Island coast on this four-hour marine cruise. Your crew—specialists in ocean wildlife—navigate Cape Cleveland's waters in search of breaching whales, sea turtles, and seabirds. The route takes in coastal scenery and pristine beaches while you sip complimentary refreshments and absorb live commentary from passionate conservationists who know these waters and creatures intimately.

4 hoursfrom AUD $175
Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour
5.0 (11)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour

Throttle around Magnetic Island's coastline on a jet ski, weaving past granite outcrops and coral-fringed shallows. This two-hour stint puts you on the water where dolphins, turtles, dugongs and the occasional whale show up. You'll skim along North Queensland's best coastal scenery—white sand, palms, and the sort of marine activity you don't see from shore. All gear supplied: life jacket, goggles, safety run-through. Max two riders per ski.

2 hoursfrom AUD $400
Townsville Departure Maggie Discovery Tour including Guide
5.0 (7)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Townsville Departure Maggie Discovery Tour including Guide

Set out from Townsville Breakwater Marina on a 6-hour voyage to Magnetic Island's fringing reef. You'll snorkel amongst coral and marine life, paddle across calm waters, and hear the island's cultural stories over morning tea. The boat departs at 7:30 am (meet 7:15) and returns by early afternoon. All gear—snorkels, wetsuits, paddleboards—is provided, making this accessible whether you're a first-timer or seasoned explorer. Runs Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.

6 hoursfrom AUD $189
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
5.0 (5)
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Australia

Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville

Board a sailing yacht from Magnetic Island for six hours of coastal cruising, swimming and wildlife spotting. After a short ferry from Townsville, you'll anchor in a sheltered bay with granite outcrops and hoop pines as your backdrop. Swim or beachcomb, then settle in for locally sourced prawns and antipasto paired with regional wines and beers. Watch for sea eagles, kites, reef fish and turtles in their natural habitat. The crew invites you to take the helm or learn sailing basics if keen. Return ferry included.

6 hoursfrom AUD $279
Glamping Resort on Magnetic Island
Australia

Glamping Resort on Magnetic Island

1 hourfrom AUD $220
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