Kick back on a luxury sailing yacht to explore the secluded beaches and bays of Magnetic Island on this sailing cruise with a delicious seafood lunch. This intimate sailing experience will take passengers on a scenic Magnetic Island sailing cruise to see the local wildlife including reef fish, sea eagles, turtles, dugongs and seasonal Humpback Whales.
The 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.
Inclusions
- Local seafood and antipasto grazing platter lunch served with unlimited Australian organic wines and local beers
- Complimentary souvenir branded wine glass or beer cooler and Turkish towel (per guest)
- Use of stinger suits during stinger season (November to April)
Exclusions
- Transfers from Hotel
- Ferry tickets from Townsville to Magnetic Island
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
- Friendly and knowledgeable crew
- Have a go at steering the yacht or learn a little about sailing
Time
- Cruises depart daily except for 25th December and 1st January
- Cruises don't operate on 25 December and 1st January
Duration
Departure Location
- Departing from Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay on Magnetic Island
- Magnetic Island is 8km off the coast of Townsville in Far North Queensland (a 20-minute ferry ride from Townsville)
- Please meet on the corner of Peppers Blue on Blue deck outside the restaurant & next to the Car Ferry Ramp at 10.00 am
What To Bring
- Swimmers, hat, sunscreen & reusable water bottle (towel is provided)
- Optional: snorkelling gear (please note snorkelling is NOT guaranteed)
Additional Information
- Minimum six guests and a maximum twelve guests
- Blockout dates: 25 December 2022; 31 December 2022; 01 January 2023; 26 January 2022; 14 February 2023.
- Tours operate in all weather conditions unless deemed unsuitable by the operator
- On days when the weather may pose a challenge to our experience, we will communicate with the guests on the day of the cruise only
- A full refund or reschedule (wherever possible) is available in the event of cancellation by the operator
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements