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Australia's standouts.
The 15 most popular townsville tours in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.
A quick, flexible ferry round-trip from Townsville to Magnetic Island with frequent departures, easy bus links, and six-month open return.
“Easy and smooth ride. Beautiful scenery and really quick ride, about 20 min. I highly reccomend stopping at Magnetic Island.”
Choose snorkel or scuba options on a 10-hour Great Barrier Reef cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island, with gear and meals included.
“The ride out and back is really the difficult part. The seas were a bit rough, I would definitely suggest some motion sickness meds. The crew were outstanding. The were friendly, accommodating, and definitely knew what they were doing. Snacks and drinks were served on the way out and back with a good lunch in…”
Townsville or Nelly Bay to the Great Barrier Reef for MoUA art, snorkeling plus a reef-watching day of marine talks, lunch, and gear.
“A really fun day. The crew were awesome and very informative. Daniel was an excellent guide with great support from Damien and Cameron. Ray the skipper was good fun and very safety conscious. Could not have asked for more. The Great Barrier Reef is a must do and well worth the time and money spent.”
Join a full-day SS Yongala wreck trip from Townsville with round-trip transport, gear included, two underwater sessions, lunch, and big reef wildlife.
“Very poor organization, equipment, guidance. We are 2 Aowd Advanced Divers and we barely experienced such a poor trip - too bad, because the Yongala is an amazing dive spot. Hectic on the boat, briefing while loud engine running, no cuRead more”
Great Barrier Reef + MOUA cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island with included snorkeling gear, lunch, reef talks, and wheelchair access.
“We had a wonderful Day with a very dedicated Crew ! A great experience at a wonderful place to see lots of Fishes .”
A small-group 1.5-hour sunset sail from Townsville Yacht Club with Great Barrier Reef coastline views, Magnetic Island, and included drinks.
“Had a wonderful time ! Would highly recommend James and his charter. Small intimate groups wad just perfect!”
Snorkel the Central Great Barrier Reef from Townsville or Magnetic Island on a full-day trip with gear, meals, and marine talks.
“Exceeded my expectations!”
Townsville street art, Castle Hill Lookout views, and Kissing Point Fortification history—plus Pallarenda Beach and lunch on The Strand.
“Brendan is the msn. Friendly, knowledgable & engaging. Would definitely recommend.”
SeaLink full-day Great Barrier Reef snorkeling from Townsville with MOUA art, included gear, food, and live crew guidance.
“Started the trip to Orpheus Island from Townsville at 8am, check in from 7am. Cost was $155 per adult, children $105. The vessel is very comfortable and commentary informative. Takes about 1 1/2 hours from Townsville to Orpheus Island. Read more”
Jet ski and guided snorkel on Magnetic Island with gear and photos, visiting Florence, Arthur or Nelly Bay in 2 hours.
“so amazing! felt very personalized, our guide Helios made sure it was not just the experience we booked but the experience we were hoping for. he was very knowledgeable about the area and answered every question we had about the wildlife and surrounding area. he also got a ton of pictures and video for us…”
Self-drive jet skis around Magnetic Island with the SS Adelaide shipwreck and marine wildlife spotting, all in a 2-hour ride.
4-hour Townsville and Magnetic Island cruise for humpback whales, dolphins and sea turtles, with tea and onboard commentary.
“It takes time for these amazing beasts to show themselves, but be patience and it will happen. Once we saw 1 we saw multiple, absolutely amazing experience for young and old. I do recommend taking something for motion sickness prior if you suffer from travel illness, it can get a little rough.”
Two-hour private Magnetic Island jet ski tour from Townsville with a guide, safety briefing, and ocean views plus possible marine sightings.
“Seeing magnetic island and rocks and boulders was awesome!! Would recommend the two hour session had great fun!!”
Townsville City Tour with pickup, air-conditioned comfort, Castle Hill 360° views, Kissing Point fortifications, and Strand lunch options.
“I enjoyed the tour .The guide was very friendly and helpful and it was an excellent introduction to Townsville.”
10-hour Yongala Wreck day trip from Townsville or Magnetic Island with two scuba sessions, gear, lunch, and marine-life history talks.
“Great crew and equipment. Well and the wreck is just amazing :) great tour”
