Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise
Overview
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4 hours
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This four-hour experience includes sailing along the breathtaking Magnetic Island coastline with a couple of hours at anchor in one of the secluded bays to relax, explore the beach, swim and enjoy a gourmet locally-sourced lunch.
Highlights
• Sail in the beautiful waters surrounding Magnetic Island
• Anchor to explore one of Magnetic Island’s secluded beaches, swim in the turquoise waters or relax on the giant inflatable with a cold beverage in hand
• Experience the local wildlife up close and personal - humpback whales (in season), batfish and other reef fish, kites, sea-eagles and turtles
• Chat to our friendly, knowledgeable crew
• Have a go steering the yacht or learn a little about sailing
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 12 people per booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Magnetic Island
Sail along the beautiful Magnetic Island coastline searching for the perfect spot to anchor for a few hours. The hosts onboard will check-in and find out if you have any preferences on the bay to visit and provide recommendations based on the wind and weather conditions on the day.
Radical Bay
One of our favourite spots to anchor is Radical Bay, a protected bay which is accessible solely by boat or hiking. It is surrounded by breathtaking granite boulders and striking rock formations, this secluded gem offers a beautiful beach and crystal clear waters. Once anchored, guests can dive into the water for a swim, wander along the shore, or chill out on the giant inflatable mat alongside the boat, perhaps with a glass of wine. After some fun and relaxation, a delicious lunch sourced from local produce is served, featuring prawns and an antipasto platter. You will also be served Australian Organic Wines, local beers or soft drinks while enjoying your onboard lunch. *In the event of northerly winds, we may alternatively anchor at Arthur Bay or Florence Bay.
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Local Prawn & Antipasto platter served with baguette (dietary requirements can be accommodated if notified at time of booking)
Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks (with lunch and on the return sail)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Options
ex-Magnetic Island
Reviews
179 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The best ever lunchtime cruise you can book!
theMercerman,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing!!!! Absolutely awesome afternoon! Great boat, crew were amazing, very very attentive and kept everything running really smooth, unlimited beers and drinks etc(the XPA maggie island beer is now my new favourite) and wines were great, the lunch food platter was absolutely 1st class, cheeses and meat and wayyyy too many prawns!! Lol, the home made chutney was the best ever... big massive thanks to everyone on board... highly recommended trip. Great sailing experience and an an absolute awesome crew!! Well done guys!! Mercer & Gypsy x
WOW a must do
michellerG1170OQ,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow,Wow, Wow,Absolutely fantastic afternoon. Well and truly exceeded expectations. Clay, Annabelle and Jasper were nothing short of exceptional. Their attention to detail and the way they looked after us was excellent. The lunch was very good and more than enough for everyone. We all had a wonderful day that we will not forget. It fitted in with our cruise ship stop which was great. Thanks
The captain and assistant are so so friendly and professional. Feel safe and all happy . Would recommend this tour .😀😀😀😀
Guide33046280319,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The captain and assistant are so so friendly and professional. Feel safe and all happy . Would recommend this tour .😀😀😀😀
Fantastic Alternative Work Function.
Q6868QArobertm,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic Day, Clare and the team were so easy to deal with. kept me up to date and communicated weekly prior to our trip. The crew knew what they were doing, plenty of knowledge and experience on the boat, we all felt safe and in good hands. The food and drinks were all locally sourced and of great quality. brilliant alternative for Xmas work function
Great trip
mattjJ8152NF,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Food amazing! Staff top notch and very personable. Really not a bad word to say about this trip. Do it! You won’t regret it.
Wonderful experience in casual setting
Y2269IOrenek,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good experience with an excellent crew that is responsive to each other and set up as a good host and hostess. Very serviceable and respectful which resulted in a nice and casual Mood on board. Birds and fish were occasionally fed which resulted in a beautiful spectacle. An experience we will not forget in a beautiful setting.
EXCELLENT
Marie H,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Magical day ✨️ sailing ~ feeling safe. Beautiful boat. Lunch was on next level 😋 delicious and icy cold beverage. To see magnetic island from the water was beautiful and rock formation is just amazing. Well done to staff who welcomed us.
Top Magnetic Island Sailing Experience
janeasterbrook,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We all enjoyed our day on “Pilgrim” immensely. Our skipper and his crew were excellent and made sure all on board had a most enjoyable time. This included swimming from the boat while at anchor for lunch. Lunch in Radical Bay was beautifully presented and of the highest quality. Sailing back to Nelly Bay showed us what a beautiful boat “Pilgrim” is. We highly recommend an outing on this boat to anyone visiting Magnetic Island.
Superb cruise and lunch.
780graemeg,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely perfect experience. Weather was ideal, crew (Clayton and Siobhan) were first class, food was innovative and delicious and the boat was very comfortable for 2 (not so) young ladies with dodgy legs. Couldn’t recommend this cruise highly enough. First class from start to finish. Well done Pilgrim.
Lovely lunchtime cruise
thetuffies2018,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We all had a great day out! Clayton and Jasper we exceptional hosts. The lunch with local produce was beautiful, especially the macadamia cheese! Swimming off the boat and seeing the turtles were the highlights of the day, along with hand feeding the local Kite! Would highly recommend this tour :) p.s Clayton had some interesting info about the yacht and its parts.
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