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Discover the best top things to do in Horseshoe Bay, Australia including Big Mama Sailing, Magnetic Island Forts Walk, Stage Door, Pro Dive Magnetic Island, Magnetic Jet Ski Tours, Pleasure Divers Magnetic Island, Nelly Bay to Arcadia Trail, Magnetic Island Time Cruises, Arcadia Store, FNF Adventure & Hire Centre.
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1. Big Mama Sailing
Overall Ratings
5 based on 414 reviews
Please contact us directly for more information on our sail options and availability.SAILING MAGNETIC ISLAND, QUEENSLAND. Big Mama is a 18m(60ft) Adams sailing vessel. Small Personalised groups of 12 MAX. We welcome you into our home and the opportunity to explore and sail Magnetic Island,enjoy watching the sunset on our Sunset Sails and Sail with the Humpback Whales(seasonal).Water activities include Snorkeling, sailing, boom netting, kayaks and paddle boards. Our Sail options: Full day Adventure Island Sail- Circumnavigate Magnetic Island; Sunset Sail- 2 hours of sailing; Half Day Adventure Island Sail; Overnight Sail(4-5 Max Guests);Private Charters- Private Charters are available for all our sail options. Our Reef Sail(Outer Reef) will be private charter only departing Mission Beach, Mourilyan Harbour or Cairns. We are a small family owner/operator and family friendly.WE ONLY OFFER SNORKELING ON ALL OUR CRUISES.
Reviewed By Jane Z - Townsville, Australia
Spent the day sailing and snorkeling, Stand up paddle board, kayaking around Magnetic Island on the beautiful yacht Big Mama. This is a great way to experience the natural beauty Magnetic Island has to offer. It’s suitable for ALL ages. Lisa, Stuart and Fletcher live on board and are always on hand to make your experience special. And Coco loves to play with he kids!
2. Magnetic Island Forts Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 691 reviews
If it's nature you like, don't miss a walk through Northern Australia's largest colony of wild koalas on Magnetic Island. The remarkable Forts Walk is the best vantage point for wildlife, spectacular rocky coves and historic military sites. With 360 degree sweeping views of the coast and Coral Sea, this is a walk guaranteed to impress. Home to the best preserved WWII fortification on the eastern seaboard, the Magnetic Island Forts Walk is a reminder of just how close Australia came to being invaded. The walk includes The Forts gun emplacements which are still intact and offers interpretive signage along the way, providing a great insight into the significance of the area. Enjoy this walk in the early morning or late afternoon for the best chance of spotting koalas. Be sure to take water and wear appropriate walking shoes as there are some steep climbs on this walk. Distance: 4km Time: 1.5 hours Grade: moderate
Reviewed By Keri B
I did this free walk in the late afternoon when it was slightly cooler. We were lucky enough to see wild koalas in the trees and people often leave little markers on the path so you know where to look. The views from the top over the whole island are great too.
3. Stage Door
Overall Ratings
5 based on 119 reviews
Best little show on Earth! Three course delicious meal, 90 minute comedy cabaret show. Starring Bernadette Smith and our very own Boy From Oz, Kevin Wright. Beautiful live singing, fabulous costumes and hilarious stand up comedy. Vegas in the tropics!
Reviewed By Evelyn E - Townsville, Australia
This is a really fun activity. It is also well priced. Stage Door provides a three course dinner with the Show for $80AUD. The food was excellent and the guests were all in a very happy party mood. The show this time had a Country...MoreEvelyn, thanks for the lovely review and so glad you had a fun night at Stage Door. Hope to see you again in the New Year! Bernadette
4. Pro Dive Magnetic Island
Overall Ratings
5 based on 68 reviews
Welcome to Magnetic Island’s premier SSI and PADI dive centre. Pro Dive Magnetic Island are the ONLY dive shop on Magnetic Island offering the full diving experience! We offer tours to Great Barrier Reef, SS Yongala, Palm Island and Magnetic Island. Come and see our top of the range facilities or join us on our newly refurbished dive boat; the spacious and comfortable ‘Mako’. At Pro Dive we believe in customer experience, therefore we promise small groups and a more personalised experience. We also offer shorter travel times so you can enjoy precious time at the reef not just getting to it! We hope to see you soon!
Reviewed By 360lovetotravel360 - Brisbane, Australia
Cannot recommend this company enough. The staff are incredibly professional yet still fun. Safety is their number one priority, yet the fun and comfort of us all was also highly acknowledged. There were 5 staff on board for 8 passengers. Our day ran incredibly smoothly and everything was taken care of. I usually get motion sickness but didn’t experience this at all, but did take some tablets the night before prophalatically and the day of. We saw a rock wallaby on the way out , a couple of dolphins and sea snake. My hubby did a refresher dive course with Hunter who was amazing.. thanks Hunter for making it so easy and explaining everything so well. Paddy took care of us snorkelers and was there for everything we needed. Nick, Jono and Jemma were also fantastic in their roles. We had a lovely morning tea and there was plenty to go around. The day went so fast and would have no hesitation to go again .. thank you guys for everything. We felt so safe under your care and were blown away with the magnificent Great Barrier Reef
5. Magnetic Jet Ski Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 141 reviews
Not just another hire, Magnetic Jet Ski Tours are the Ultimate Jet Ski Experience, showcasing all the beauty of Magnetic Islands stunning coastline and beyond. Choose the three hour "Circumnavigation" or the two hour "Top End" Tour. All equipment for safety and comfort, instructions and warm up drive, is included. Regular Wildlife encounters, including migrating Humpback Whales (July-Sept). Families Welcome. LUXURY SKIS, FIRST CLASS EXPERIENCE. Bookings essential.
Reviewed By Scot F
Have been on these tours a few times now and now encourage all my friends and family to do the same whenever they visit the island. Riding the jet skis is great fun but when you combine that with the knowledge of someone who really...MoreCheers, very encouraging to receive comments like this, recognizing Pete's passion for Magnetic Island and quality Customer service. See you next time, Sharon.
6. Pleasure Divers Magnetic Island
Overall Ratings
5 based on 41 reviews
The only PADI and SSI dive center on tropical Magnetic Island. In operation since 1993, we are the longest running dive shop on the island. We have three full time instructors who each have many years of experience teaching courses from beginner to professional. We offer snorkeling and diving around beautiful Magnetic Island as well as trips to the great barrier reef and the world famous SS Yonga
Reviewed By Wendy T - Sydney, Australia
I obtained my open water certification here. My instructor Tom was kind, patient and professional. He took all the stress and nerves away from diving and encouraged me to learn at my own pace. In addition to the marine life we saw, the highlight of my four training dives was the shipwreck in Geoffrey Bay which is covered in weird and wonderful coral. Thanks Tom and Nick, will definitely be back to dive the Yongala with you guys soon.
7. Nelly Bay to Arcadia Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Milorish - Melbourne, Australia
the Arcadia to horseshoe bay trail is brilliant! breathtakingly beautiful. i did this with three young children. it was tough - take plenty of water and take your time, it did feel hard in the humidity. we saw a rock wallaby and three koalas. lots of butterflies. the track is well made. it is just stunning! gorgeous. i loved it. it does feel like the never ending track. particularly when you come out at the end and then walk along the road forever to get into horseshoe bay (but you could jump on a bus). it took us 3.5 hours. we did a couple of detours - one to the top of a rock near the water tank and the other to the lookout. this is a really nice walk. quite hilly, but lovely. enjoy :)
8. Magnetic Island Time Cruises
Overall Ratings
5 based on 31 reviews
Not just fishing and snorkeling, we emphasis on fun by also taking you to feed eagles, swim with many fish including sharks, jump off rocks, snorkel ship wrecks, whale watching and visiting Waterfalls, walk secluded Beaches and play a piano, shoot water pistols and so much more.
Reviewed By JP2935 - Melbourne, Australia
That cruise is simply the best way to discover Magnetic island from the sea. Our host on the island recommended this cruise to us and we were thrilled with our day, to say the least.
Drew is super friendly, caring, funny and knows the island inside out. We have learned so much about the island during this cruise. My partner was not very confident with her snorkelling skills and Drew took his time to come with us and made sure she would make the most of it, which she did. Apart from the beautiful landscapes and wonderful bays, Beaches, you will have the opportunity to encounter many animals (we'd never seen before). If spotting turtles, swimming with reef sharks, discovering remote places only accessible by boat sound like your thing, then this is your best option on the island :)
9. Arcadia Store
Overall Ratings
5 based on 40 reviews
Arcadia Store...the friendly corner store on Magnetic Island open 7 days a week...8am till 6pm. We do sell fuel for all your vehicles as well...Unleaded, Premium and Diesel. Call in and say hi to Dave and Cheryl Gribble...:)))
Reviewed By Dennis E
This a good little business offering a diverse range of products for the public as well as the most health conscious of people.Some you would have trouble finding on the Mainland as well as- Coffee shop, Fuel and service with a smile. Clearly the best shop on Magnetic Island look for the signs in Geoffrey Bay.
10. FNF Adventure & Hire Centre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 24 reviews
Come to Fish'n N Fuel'n for all your fishing, tackle, bait & Water Sports needs. We hire & sell fishing rods & snorkel equipment, plus we sell bait, tackle, ice, spear fishing equipment, toys, party supplies, pool toys, hats, sunglasses, shirts, Water Sports, fuel, drinks, ice-creams, food, convenience supplies and MORE! Also BIKE & CAR HIRE & GUIDED SEGWAY TOURS AVAILABLE HERE!
Reviewed By Donza85 - Townsville, Australia
We hired bikes from here and overall had a good experience. Reasonably priced, friendly staff and a store full of anything you could need for you trip to magnetic island. Bikes were maintained to an ok standard, breaking was a bit questionable when coming down some of descents on the island where you can pick up quite a bit of speed, so just be careful.
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