Activities & Tours

To get you started, here's a handy list of outdoor activities and fun things to do on Magnetic Island.

Whether you're here for the day, on an adventure, enjoying a family getaway, or you're a fitness fanatic who would like to test your skills, here are some of the options available:

Adventure Tours
Eco, jet ski, sea kayak, extended jeep, MI Best Bus or boat - the choice is yours!

Aquarium
Search for 'Nemo' and see the giant clams at the Aquasearch Aquarium:
Call 4778 5096 for more info.

Bowls Club
Magnetic Island Bowls ClubSituated next to the beach in picturesque Geoffrey Bay, Magnetic Island Bowls Club has a full shade cloth cover and is open to the afternoon sea-breeze. The club has a licensed bar and drinks are available at very reasonable prices.

Bush walking
Relaxed beaches, granite outcrops, thickly wooded bushland to moist forested valleys.

Bird watching
Try and see the 186 species who visit us!

Walk the Arcadia Nature Walk and learn more about the wildlife, birds, significant trees and landscape.
Download the map.

Boomnetting
Great fun for the kids. Check with your tour operator if this is available on your fishing trip.

Cuddle a koala or kiss a croc!
Head to Bungalow Bay Koala Village to get up close and personal and cuddle a koala or kiss a croc on their interactive wildlife tours (three times daily).

Cycling
Just hire and go, but be ready for some steep and and challenging hills between the bays!

Eco Tours
Choose either a tour on the reef with some of our local Magnetic Island boat tour operators or on land with the classic Tropicana Tours.

Fishing, Boating & Sailing
Onshore or grab a boat. Just download our handy fishing and boating PDF for all the info: mi_fishingboating.pdf

Golf
Try out the Magnetic Island Country Club 9 hole course in Picnic Bay.

Horse Riding
Get ready to go from the bush to the Coral Sea.

Jet Skiing
Set yourself free on the largest jet ski area on the east coast of Australia.

Kayaking
Meander around the bays at your own pace.

Rock Climbing
Test yourself on the granite outcrops of Magnetic Island.

Sailing
Choose from a great selection of sail and fishing tours. Just download our handy fishing and boating PDF for all the info: mi_fishingboating.pdf

Scuba Diving
Magnetic Island has many ship wrecks and fringing reefs. Perfect for a dive close to shore or take the time to head to the Great Barrier Reef.

Sightseeing
Whether you're walking, cycling, on a scooter, bus or car, boat or in the air, there's always a hidden bay and beach to be found. See if you can find all 23!

Snorkeling
Step out of the car and take a minute to swim to some great snorkeling spots at the Nelly Bay and Geoffrey Bay Snorkel Trails. Arthur Bay and Florence Bay are also favourites if you want to get off the beaten track.

Tube Rides
Hold on and lets GO! Perfect fun for kids who need a bit of adventure.

Waterfall Exploring
When wet season arrives, Magnetic Island comes alive with waterfalls. Endeavour Falls in Arcadia is a the popular spot.

Wind/Kitesurfing
The old Nelly Bay Hellipad, (on the way to Base Backpackers), is the spot where you'll often catch the wind and some fun kitesurfing. Just check tide levels to make sure you're safe from the coral reef below.

Download the Top Island To-Do's PDF

Alternatively, pick up your copy of the Magnetic Island Guide and the Magnetic Island Visitors Guide at your nearest island retailer.