Magnetic Island Cruise: Explore Reefs & Beaches

Experience the beauty of Magnetic Island above and below the water with the multi-award winning Aquascene Magnetic Island Discovery Tour. Voted #7 in Top 10 Experiences in the World 2021!

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pilgrim Magnetic Island - Embark on a 5-hour Discovery Tour that combines snorkeling among fringing reefs, exploring hidden bays, and learning about the stunning Magnetic Island. Enjoy the expertise of Master Reef Guides who share fascinating stories of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. With small group sizes, this personalized adventure is…
What's Included
  • FREE Stand-Up Paddle Boards
  • FREE UV suits or wetsuits
  • Morning tea: biscuits, cake, seasonal fruit
  • Coffee, tea, and bottled water (BYO drink bottle encouraged; refill station onboard)
  • Master Reef Guides with reef education & storytelling
  • All snorkeling equipment (with lesson provided)
  • Option to purchase reusable Aquascene souvenir water bottle (gold coin donation)
What's Not Included
  • Ferry tickets to Magnetic Island (not included in tour price)
Additional Information

Ranked #7 in the Top 10 Experiences Worldwide in 2021! The multi-award-winning Aquascene is the top-rated cruise experience on Magnetic Island, showcasing its beauty both above and below the water. It offers a perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, and education. The utmost priority is given to crafting enjoyable adventures suitable for all ages and…

Location
123 Sooning St
Sooning Street
***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 Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jaclyn_moore
Apr 9, 2026
Bird life, beautiful fish and stunning reef. - Fabulous tour with the highlight being the bird life, snorkeling with the beautiful fish and seeing the stunning reef. Friendly, knowledgeable and experienced crew.
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Simisak
Apr 9, 2026
Underwater Magic - Great experience and something you should definitely do whilst in Townsville. Best way to see Magnetic islands underwater treasures.
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Y2875syoliviaw
Apr 8, 2026
What a perfect day! - We had an absolutely fantastic experience on our snorkel tour yesterday with my six-year-old son. From start to finish, the day felt relaxed, well-organised, and perfectly suited for families. A big shoutout to Kalvin and Jack, who were both incredible - friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. They made us feel safe and welcome the entire time. What really stood out is how the day is shaped by the skipper based on the weather and conditions. It means you’re not stuck to a rigid plan - instead, you get the absolute best experience nature has to offer on the day. We enjoyed a mix of activities including swimming and stand up paddle boarding before heading to another stunning spot around the island for snorkelling. The water was crystal clear, and the marine life was amazing - definitely a highlight! Huge thanks to the whole team for such a memorable day. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Magnetic Island!
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Philandjuliew
Apr 8, 2026
Great family trip! - An excellent trip. It was great to see our young grandchildren introduced to snorkelling and paddle boarding. We loved swimming through the schools of fish. The staff were great, especially with the children.
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Dadadab2020
Apr 7, 2026
Great outing for the family - The crew was fantastic and the knowledge of Magnetic island was great. Informative, fun, beautiful sites, and decent snorkeling for the weather. The stop for tea and water fun was perfect. I would highly recommend this trip for anyone visiting the area.
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Peterjross
Apr 5, 2026
Great trip! - Great trip. Well worth it. Excellent crew!
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Erwin_klomp
Apr 4, 2026
Beautiful yet around Magnetic Island - We had been looking forward to snorkeling, but due to the strong winds of the last few days, the visibility underwater was unfortunately too bad. I'm glad we got a nice call about this a day in advance. The crew then did everything they could to make it a nice trip. They were friendly, thought along well and despite the circumstances ensured a successful day. Much appreciated! Also the nice explanation at all bays and wrecks was top!
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X705obmichaelb
Apr 2, 2026
Great relaxing snorkeling - It was a very good experience, the best snorkeling out of 3 trips along the Great Barrier Reef. I had accidentally missed the date I was supposed to go on this trip but the captain let me go the following day. It was very informative about the history of Magnetic island. It was really nice with a small amount of people and decent snorkeling and lunch with coffee. I recommend and would do this again!
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Geoffk519
Mar 28, 2026
First class - Very good and well organised trip.crew went above and beyond to ensure every individual had a wonderful experience. My wife’s birthday , so a special day made better.🤩
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Albina_m
Mar 25, 2026
It's an informative... - It's an informative cruise about the island and a fun day to. The crew where excellent taking care of everyone and answering all the questions they could. Great trip.
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From $117
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).