Top Townsville Cruises & Sailing

Explore the beaches, bays and National parks of Magnetic Island with round-trip transport by catamaran from Townsville. Your flexible ferry tickets can be used any time within a month, so you can spend as long as you want swimming and snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park; hiking through the parklands; or partying at the island resorts.  

Soar over the city landmarks and natural wonders of Townsville or Cleveland Bay on this exhilarating helicopter tour. Choose a 10-minute flight over the city and take in unrivalled views of Castle Hill, the beaches of the Strand and the lively Townsville Port. Alternatively, upgrade to a 30-minute flight and enjoy magnificent aerial views of Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island as you swoop over the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Skip the crowded sailing tours on this small group lunchtime cruise around Magnetic Island. Sailing with a group of no more than six people means you won't have to battle for space and views. Plus, you can save money by bringing your own food and alcoholic beverages to enjoy onboard.

Get a more in-depth experience of Magnetic Island than most visitors on this tour, tailored to day trippers arriving on the morning ferry. See the island's top sights as well as some off-the-beaten-path spots, and learn about local wildlife, birds, history, geology, and folklore before heading back to the terminal in time for the ferry.

Experience the magic of a sunset in Australia’s tropical north, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Great Barrier Reef. Set sail from Townsville and watch the color of the sky change to hues of pinks, yellows, and oranges as the sun sets over the azure waters.

Take in views of Magnetic Island, Townsville, and Cleveland Bay that you would otherwise miss on land on a morning sail around Magnetic Island. Unlike many sailing tours, you won't have to battle large crowds as this one operates with a maximum of just six guests, making for a realxing and scenic start to the day.

Experience life on a live-aboard boat during this fun overnight trip. You'll spend a couple of hours sailing around, then put anchor to watch the sunset. Bring your own alcoholic drinks to enjoy. After a serene night at sea, wake in time for a glorious sunrise and recharge with breakfast. An easy way to have a sailing adventure if you don't know how to sail.

Just 5 miles (8 kilometers) off Townsville, Magnetic Island offers pristine beaches, brilliant waters and vivid reef. Experience it in style when you book this helicopter flight and lunch cruise package, with numbers capped at just six travelers for a more intimate experience. Inhale sweeping views of bays and coves as you soar out of Townsville, then eat, drink and make merry aboard the Pilgrim, a 58-foot (18-meter) sailing yacht.