Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Free Hotel Pick up /Drop off on Magnetic island
Free Bottled Water for guests
Light morning tea of baked goods and fruit
Lunch
Hotel / Accommodation pick-up from Townsville
Aquasearch Aquarium (optional)
Return Ferry Tickets to and from Magnetic Island
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Nelly Bay
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.
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.
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Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Pickup included
Reviews
375 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I just want to go back.
B4133HAroberte,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our trip to Magnetic Island was absolutely amazing. We did the Magnetic Island behind the scenes tour with Magnetic Island Tours and Tim was our guide. If you can get him do so. His stories were really interesting and we got a visit to his sanctuary and Koala rescue service. Magnetic Island is named appropriately. The atmosphere and lifestyle just wants to suck you back.
All you wanted to know about Magnetic Island!
BethH732,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is good value for money and takes approximately 5 hours. It includes a stopover for visitors to choose a venue for a beach side lunch (your own expense), to relax and have a swim. Neil, the Owner/Operator is very personable and interacts with all ages (on our tour ages from 10 to 80+). We travelled in a mini van from one side of the island to the other. Neil filled us in on Maggie's history, fun facts, the wildlife, geology, food, environment, reef, etc. There were stops for short walks and photo opportunities. As the title implies, this tour is indeed comprehensive (and entertaining).
Neil’s knowledge and tour guiding was excellent
rhysparker4,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Neil was an excellent tour guide. We left the tour with so much knowledge regarding the island and every question that was asked was answered. We enjoyed some free time in Horse shoe bay which involved a recommended lunch and a swim in the bay. The butterfly walk was something we’d never seen before and Neil also helped us find our first Koala in the wild. Thank you Neil for a fun and enjoyable tour of the beautiful island, we hope to be back again !
Facts and beauty in abundance
Sightsee41060030753,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly enjoyable tour with knowledgeable, accommodating host (Neil). Very engaging style, asking the group questions - if you enjoy science you will be in great company. Thrilling to see a huge spider and koala in their natural habitat, and of course the beauty and splendour of Maggie Island.
Great little trip.
William S,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of stops. Small group. Very informative guide. Excellent excursion with great photo opportunities. Flexible route.
An excellent introduction to a beautiful island.
John C,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Magnetic Island is a beautiful place and this tour was an excellent introduction.There was an excellent selection of views and amazing flora and fauna. The guide was very friendly and helpful.
Magnetic Island in a day
Jeffrey M,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The tour covered most of what we wanted to see. The optional aquarium visit wasn't on the agenda. Owner and guide Neil was friendly and knowledgeable.
Nice and quiet activity.
Olivier S,
Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Consistent with the description. Quiet rhythm. The guide was great with us and adapted to our imperative of another planned activity.
A Fantastic Experience with a Great Guide!
C2338ZYwendyb,
Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We absolutely loved the Maggie Comprehensive tour! Our guide, Neil, was fantastic—super informative and clearly knew his stuff. He even went above and beyond to help us find a koala, which was a huge highlight, especially since they were being a bit shy that day. We'd highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting.
Great tour around Magnetic Island
102heathern,
Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Would definitely recommend this tour. Loved that it was only a small group - 8 of us. Neil was very knowledgeable and as a local was able to show us places of interest and tell us a lot about the island including the wildlife. We really enjoyed our visit to the island
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