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TOWNSVILLE

       & MAGNETIC

       ISLAND
       Townsville is the ideal base from which to
       explore many of North Queensland’s key
       attractions including rainforests, waterfalls,
       islands, the Great Barrier Reef and the
       Outback. Stroll along The Strand beachfront
       promenade or head to one of Townsville’s
       dining precincts. Just a 20 minute ferry ride
                         Kissing
       across the bay lies Magnetic Island, with
                        Point
                            Military
       its huge granite boulders, eucalypt forests,
                            Museum
       rainforest and peaceful beaches.
                             HOWITT ST
       SEE         5           MCKINLEY ST  THE STRAND
       •  Enjoy stunning views from the top of    Alma Bay, Magnetic Island, Queensland          Courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland
                 MARSHAL ST BUNDOCK ST
        Castle Hill in Townsville  North  MITCHELL ST
                          Ward  COOK ST
                           LANDSBROUGH ST
       DO                             EYRE ST  The Watermark Bar  15KM FROM  1  FERRY TO
                                                         TOWNSVILLE
       •  Hire a jet ski, kayak or stand-up paddle board   Cleveland Bay  MAGNETIC ISLAND
                               KENNEDY ST
                                 WARBURTON ST
        from Horseshoe Bay on Magnetic Island  GREGORY ST  Tobruk     4
                                   Queens Park
                                                                     SIR LESLIE THIESS DR
                                                           Pool
                                                                  Marina
       EAT & DRINK                Queens Gardens        THE STRAND  Breakwater
       •  Enjoy views of Magnetic Island from   LEICHHARDT ST  OXLEY ST
        The Watermark Bar, situated on The Strand      FRYER ST            ROSS ST                               Courtesy of Tourism and
        in Townsville                                            WICKHAM                                          Events Queensland
                                                          MELTON TCE  Reef HQ
       WHAT’S ON             Castle Hill              DENHAM ST                  The Strand, Townsville, Queensland
                                     STANLEY ST
                  CASTLE HILL RD
       Townsville Show                            STOKES ST    PLUMES ST PALMER ST     PROPERTY                PAGE
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       4 to 7 July                            WILLS ST WALKER ST STURT ST FLINDERS MALL  Cotters  MCILWRAITH ST    1   Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island  55
                                                          Markets
       Townsville V8 Supercars                                     ATTRACTION     2   Mercure Townsville       55
       July (dates to be confirmed)           2 3.9km  TO BRUCE    FERRY          3   Rydges Southbank Townsville   55
                                                                   SHOPPING PRECINCT
                                                      HIGHWAY                     4   The Ville Resort – Casino    55
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       MAGNETIC ISLAND FERRY                GREAT BARRIER REEF AND              MAGNETIC ISLAND DISCOVERY
       TRANSFERS                            MUSEUM OF UNDERWATER ART            ECO TOUR
       Cruise to the stunning Magnetic Island aboard a high-  Immerse yourself in a unique blend of art, science, and   Discover the iconic beauty of Magnetic Island on this
       speed, air-conditioned catamaran with SeaLink North   conservation on this one-of-a-kind snorkelling tour.   personalised five hour tour. Snorkel fringing reefs, explore
       Queensland and enjoy the breathtaking clear blue waters   Explore John Brewer Reef, a naturally formed coral cove   remote coves and beaches, meet some of the local
       of Cleveland Bay.                    teeming with marine life and home to MOUA’s Ocean   wildlife and learn about the Great Barrier Reef and the
       SeaLink North Queensland is an Eco-Tourism certified   Sentinels snorkel trail.   rich history of Magnetic Island. Your hosts have called this
       passenger ferry service operating up to 17 return   Includes:            island their home for over 40 years!
       trips daily, departing from the Townsville Breakwater                    Includes:
       Terminal. Magnetic Island is the perfect destination to   • Up to 4 hours on the Great Barrier Reef
       relax and unwind, or to explore its laid-back tropical   • Fast, modern and spacious catamaran  • Use of all snorkelling gear, stand-up paddle boards,
       lifestyle, secluded beaches, rugged landscapes, and   • Light snacks & buffet lunch   floating pontoons, glass bottom boogie boards
       abundant wildlife.                   • Snorkel gear hire & tuition       • Snorkel lesson and briefings
       Operator:   SeaLink North Queensland  • MOUA entry fees                  • Reef and wildlife education/interpretations
                                                                                • Full morning tea including tea/coffee & drinks
       Departs:   Daily from Breakwater Terminal, Townsville,   • Environmental Management Charge  • Environmental Management Charge
             Ask your travel agent for departure times.  Operator:   SeaLink North Queensland
                                            Duration:  8 hours 30 minutes       Operator:   Aquascene Magnetic Island
                                            Departs:   On request from Breakwater Marina at 7:25am  Duration:   5 hours
                          Adult  Child 5-14 yrs                                 Departs:   Daily from Magnetic Island, Nelly Bay Marina
                                     *
                            *
       Return Ferry Transfers  $47 ^  $24 ^                    Adult  Child 5-14 yrs   at 8:30am    Adult  Child 3-14 yrs
       ^ Price based on per person return from Townsville.  Full Day Tour  $359 *  $227 *  Day Tour   $171 *  $126 *
         *  PRICES ARE A GUIDE ONLY, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices are per person, unless otherwise specified and based on travel in low season. For full terms and conditions, refer to the Booking
   54    Conditions on the inside back cover of this brochure.
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