Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island is off the coast of Townsville and accessible by ferry boat. This thriving tropical island has over 5000 hectares of National Park where several Australian native animals and birds such as wallabies, koalas, possums and kookaburras can be spotted. Magnetic Island has several accommodation types ranging from luxury to budget. Stay in the luxurious Peppers Blue on Blue resort or rough it in a campsite on the beach. This child-friendly island has plenty for all ages to see and do. Magnetic Island is a full service island, so expect plenty of restaurants and shops to make your holiday comfortable and effortless.
Some examples of accommodation on Magnetic Island include:
- Pure Magnetic Luxury Villas
- Peppers Blue on Blue Resort
- Segara Villas
- Beachside Palms Holiday Units
- Forest Haven Tropical Resort
- Island Life Holiday House
- Magnetic International Resort
- Magnums on Magnetic
Activities on Magnetic Island include:
- jet ski tours
- sailing
- swimming
- snorkelling
- catamaran hire
- sailboards
- surf skis
- sea kayak tours
- aqua bikes
- water skiing
- sky diving
- nature hikes (guided and self-guide)
- fishing
- bike hire
- motorcycle hire (Harley Davidson)
- moke hire
- trail bike hire
- scooter hire
- horse back riding
- tennis
- lawn bowls
- golf course (9 hole)
- several shops (almost anything can be purchased on the island)
