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InTownsville and Magnetic Island Guide September 2019 to February 2020

A free guide to the area of Townsville, Magnetic Island and surrounding areas in Tropical North Queensland, Australia

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ADVENTURE: ISLAND STYLE<br />

Jet Skiing isl<strong>and</strong> style<br />

Water sports are popular all year round.<br />

Plunge in<strong>to</strong> the tranquil waters, or snorkel<br />

along the fringing reef <strong>and</strong> explore the<br />

isl<strong>and</strong> snorkelling trails. Go on a scuba<br />

dive <strong>to</strong>ur <strong>to</strong> discover the marine life -<br />

it’s a great way <strong>to</strong> see the tropical fish<br />

<strong>and</strong> coral reefs. See the splendour of<br />

the dolphins, turtles, <strong>and</strong> sea eagles<br />

by taking out a paddle board or a jet<br />

ski. Water ski around the isl<strong>and</strong> or hire<br />

a yacht <strong>and</strong> sail through the secluded<br />

waters.<br />

You can go horse riding on the beach at<br />

Horseshoe Bay or for the ultimate views<br />

try skydiving over the isl<strong>and</strong>. And when<br />

the sun goes down you can still enjoy the<br />

beaches. Every month there’s a Full Moon<br />

beach party.<br />

Take in the natural wonder of the isl<strong>and</strong><br />

<strong>and</strong> <strong>to</strong>ur around by bus or taxi. For the<br />

more adventurous cruise the isl<strong>and</strong> with<br />

rental transport vehicle, you can even<br />

hire trail bikes, scooters or bicycles or get<br />

off the beaten track with a 4WD drive<br />

<strong>to</strong>ur. There are also 25 kilometres of<br />

walking trails through the National Park.<br />

HORSESHOE BAY WATER ADVENTURE<br />

Horseshoe Bay is the isl<strong>and</strong>’s largest beach <strong>and</strong> it’s<br />

northerly aspect shelters its waters, making it the<br />

premier location for all the isl<strong>and</strong>’s water activities. Hire<br />

a jet ski with Jet Ski Hire for the family or cut loose on<br />

your own. Go for a wild tube ride or water ski. Discover<br />

nature from the sea on a st<strong>and</strong>-up paddle board.<br />

HORSESHOE RANCH<br />

Trekking on horseback through the Horseshoe Bay<br />

hinterl<strong>and</strong> <strong>to</strong> the beach is an experience exclusive <strong>to</strong><br />

Horseshoe Ranch <strong>Magnetic</strong> Isl<strong>and</strong>, with the opportunity<br />

<strong>to</strong> unsaddle your horse <strong>and</strong> go bareback riding in<strong>to</strong> the<br />

blue waters of the bay or Coral Sea.<br />

MAGNETIC JET SKI TOURS<br />

<strong>Magnetic</strong> Jet are the ultimate in jet ski experience.<br />

Established in 1996, they are definitely NOT just another<br />

jet ski hire. There are <strong>to</strong>urs <strong>to</strong> suit all budgets <strong>and</strong> have<br />

a flexible timetable. The scenery <strong>and</strong> rock formations<br />

will blow you away, chance encounters with the local<br />

wildlife will certainly make your day.<br />

The stability <strong>and</strong> power of LUXURY personal watercraft<br />

is sure <strong>to</strong> leave a lasting impression. Total exhilaration;<br />

either the 3 hour Circumnavigation or the 2 hour Top<br />

End Tour. Both; value for money, no license required, all<br />

equipment included. Your qualified LOCAL guide will<br />

showcase all the beauty <strong>Magnetic</strong> Isl<strong>and</strong> has on offer.<br />

Open 7 days a week, weather permitting.<br />

Bookings are highly recommended, families welcome.<br />

Phone Pete or Sharon 4778 5533 or AH 0407 785 533.<br />

(See back cover.)<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong> <strong>Magnetic</strong> Jet<br />

62 | Sept <strong>2019</strong> - Feb <strong>2020</strong><br />

#thisismagneticisl<strong>and</strong><br />

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