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Activity Magnetic Island, Australia

Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

5.0 (1,491 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation
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Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

About this activity

VOTED #9 TOP EXPERIENCE IN AUSTRALIA 2026!

VOTED #7 IN THE TOP 10 EXPERIENCES IN THE WORLD 2021!

Multi award winning Aquascene is Magnetic Island’s #1-rated cruise experience, showcasing the island’s beauty above and below the water. Combining adventure, relaxation and education, we create fun filled, personalised adventures for all ages and abilities.

Discover secluded bays and beaches, snorkel fringing reefs, meet marine and birdlife, and learn about the Great Barrier Reef with our knowledgeable guides

Magnetic Island is home to 23 bays & beaches, rugged granite boulders and beautiful Hoop Pines. Locally family owned & operated your guides have explored the island for over 40 years and love sharing its stories, history and hidden gems.

Come as guests, leave as friends. Experience Magnetic Island at its best with Aquascene!

Nature and Wildlife Tours Snorkeling Stand Up Paddleboarding Whale Watching On the Water Swimming Wildlife Encounters Excellent Quality

At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 30 people
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English
Operated by
Aquascene Magnetic Island

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–14 years) · Adults (15–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: FREE Stand-Up Paddle Boards
  • Included: Option to purchase reusable Aquascene souvenir water bottle (gold coin donation)
  • Included: FREE UV suits or wetsuits
  • Included: Morning tea: biscuits, cake, seasonal fruit
  • Included: Coffee, tea, and bottled water (BYO drink bottle encouraged; refill station onboard)
  • Included: Master Reef Guides with reef education & storytelling
  • Included: All snorkeling equipment (with lesson provided)

Not included

  • Not included: Ferry tickets to Magnetic Island (not included in tour price)

Itinerary

Our 5 hour Discovery Tour is a combination of snorkelling fringing reefs, exploring secluded bays, and learning all about beautiful Magnetic Island. Benefit from having Master Reef Guides on tour sharing the stories of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Personalised to suit our guests with small tour numbers, your amazing adventure starts with us. Activities include exploring secluded pristine bays and beaches, birdlife, snorkel beautiful fringing reefs, reef education with Master Reef Guides, interactions with fish "friends", and marine life - whales (July to Sept), stories and indigenous history all in the one tour. Stand Up Paddle boards, floating pontoon to sit on and relax. Enjoy a morning tea on a secluded beach and connect with the special places we explore on Magnetic Islands iconic and stunning coastline. Morning tea and all equipment for activities is provided for you. Snorkel tuition is provided in a safe and caring environment.

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Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • ***Aquascene departs from Magnetic Island. Tickets on the ferry are not included in your tour. Please purchase ferry tickets. Once you arrive onto Magnetic Island, turn left when you walk off the ferry, walk to the outside seating area on the deck of Peppers Resort. We will meet you there. :)

End point

  • ***Aquascene departs from Magnetic Island. Tickets on the ferry are not included in your tour. Please purchase ferry tickets. Once you arrive onto Magnetic Island, turn left when you walk off the ferry, walk to the outside seating area on the deck of Peppers Resort. We will meet you there. :)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Suitable for guests with sensory needs

  • Suitable for guests with mobility challenges - example (hip / knees)

Traveller ratings

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