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TOWNSVILLE

                                                                                & NORTH

                                                                                QUEENSLAND
                                                                                ISLANDS

                                                                                Townsville is the ideal base from which
                                                                                to explore many of North Queensland’s
                                                                                key attractions including islands and the
                                                                                Great Barrier Reef. Stroll along The Strand
                                                                                beachfront promenade or head to one
                         Kissing                                                of Townsville’s dining precincts. Just a
                        Point  Military
                            Museum                                              20 minute ferry ride across the bay lies
                                                                                Magnetic Island, with its huge granite
                             HOWITT ST                                          boulders and peaceful beaches. Take a 30
                   5           MCKINLEY ST  THE STRAND                          minute helicopter flight from Townsville to
       Magnetic Island, Queensland                    Courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland  the secluded island of Orpheus.
                 MARSHAL ST BUNDOCK ST
                          North      MITCHELL ST
                          Ward  COOK ST  EYRE ST      4  80KM  2  15KM   FERRY TO  SEE
                           LANDSBROUGH ST  WARBURTON ST  The Watermark Bar  FROM TOWNSVILLE  MAGNETIC ISLAND  •  Enjoy stunning views from the top of
                                                                           1
                                                                                  Castle Hill in Townsville
                               KENNEDY ST
                                                                      6
                                                       Cleveland Bay
                                   Queens Park
                                       Courtesy of Tourism and    Events Queensland  LEICHHARDT ST  OXLEY ST  FRYER ST  THE STRAND  SIR LESLIE THIESS DR   from Horseshoe Bay on Magnetic Island
                                                           Pool
                                                                                •  Hire a jet ski, kayak or stand-up paddle board
                                                                  Marina
                                  Queens Gardens  GREGORY ST  Tobruk  Breakwater  DO
       The Strand, Townsville, Queensland                        WICKHAM   ROSS ST  EAT & DRINK
                                                          MELTON TCE  Reef HQ   •  Enjoy views of Magnetic Island from
           PROPERTY                  PAGE             DENHAM ST                   The Watermark Bar, situated on The Strand
                                     STANLEY ST
                             Castle Hill
                  CASTLE HILL RD
         1   Ardo                     54          STOKES ST    PLUMES ST PALMER ST  in Townsville
         2   Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island   55  WILLS ST  FLINDERS MALL  5
         3    Mercure Townsville      54         WALKER ST STURT ST  OGDEN ST  Cotters  MCILWRAITH ST  WHAT’S ON
                                                          Markets
         4    Orpheus Island Lodge    55                           ATTRACTION   Townsville Show
         5    Rydges Southbank Townsville   54  3  3.9km  TO BRUCE  FERRY
         6    The Ville Resort – Casino   54          HIGHWAY      SHOPPING PRECINCT  4 to 7 July
                                                           ROONEY ST  GRIFFITHS ST  MOREY ST
                                          FLINDERS ST                        BOUNDARY ST













       MAGNETIC ISLAND FERRY                GREAT BARRIER REEF AND              MAGNETIC ISLAND DISCOVERY
       TRANSFERS                            MUSEUM OF UNDERWATER ART            ECO BOAT 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 bays and beaches, meet some of the local wildlife
       of Cleveland Bay.                    teeming with marine life and home to MOUA’s Ocean   and learn about the Great Barrier Reef and the rich history
       SeaLink North Queensland is an Eco-Tourism certified   Sentinels snorkel trail.   of Magnetic Island. Come and enjoy this experience with
       passenger ferry service operating up to 17 return   Includes:            locals aboard this family owned and operated tour.
       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
       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 Terminal at 8am  Duration:   5 hours
                          Adult  Child 5-14 yrs                                 Departs:   Daily from Magnetic Island, Nelly Bay Marina
                                     *
                            *
       Return Ferry Transfers  $51 ^  $25 ^                    Adult  Child 5-14 yrs   at 8:30am    Adult  Child 3-14 yrs
       ^ Price based on per person return from Townsville.  Full Day Tour  $386 *  $271 *  Day Tour   $195 *  $149 *
       *  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
       Conditions on the inside back cover of this brochure.                                                        53
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