Magnetic Island is an island directly off the coast of Townsville in Far North Queensland. Over half the land area of the island is a National Park. Magnetic Island is roughly 7km by 5km, with 25km of walking tracks and several beaches and little bays.
History of Magnetic Island
The name of the island came about because of the apparent "magnetic" effect it had on the ship's compass of Captain Cook as he passed the island when sailing up the east coast of Australia in 1770. People have since explored the general area of Magnetic Island with various instruments to discover whatever it was magnetic like Cook experienced, but nothing has been discovered.
Adventure Travel & Tourson Magnetic Island
Adventure Travel represents over 1,000 hostels, hotels, tour companies & attractions across Australia that we can book for you often at a discouted rate. At Adventure Travel we also operate a number of our own tours.
Currency used on Magnetic Island
On Magnetic Island the standard currency used is the Australia Dollar. The Australia dollar comes in denominations of 5c ,10c ,20c ,50c ,$1 & 2$ coins, and $5, $10, $20, $50 & $100 notes. Most bars, restaurants, backpacker hostels, shops and Adventure Tour desks on Magnetic Island all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines on Magnetic Islandall which dispense the Australia Dollar currency. To check the Australian dollar exchange rate against a foreign currency then click here.
Backpacker Hostel Accommodation & Hotels on Magnetic Island
On Magnetic Island there is a number of Backpacker Hostels and Hotels where we can pre - book your accommodation. If you are looking for a budget hostel bed the click here or if you are looking for more luxurious accommodation then click here.
Discounted Travel Insurance
Adventure Travel offers a range of Backpacker Insurance policies at heavily discounted rates. We understand that you are on a budget and prefer to save your money to backpack around the world.
Security on Magnetic Island
On Magnetic Island in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through Magnetic Island every year. This is a popular destination for sailing enthusiasts, sunlovers, families and backpackers. To check any foreign office information on Australia you can click here.
Weather on Magnetic Island
The weather on Magnetic Island is seasonal with 2 distinctive seasons : May - Oct (Dry Season), Nov - April (Green Season) To get more information on the weather on Magnetic Island Australia, then click here.
Travel to MagneticIsland
MagneticIsland is only accessible by boat from Townsville, which is 8 km away and which has a well served airport. Ferries take approximately half an hour to reach MagneticIsland. Some airlines can arrange transfers from the airport to MagneticIsland in a package including the flight to Townsville.
Getting around MagneticIsland
Magnetic Island mostly has good quality sealed roads, but there are some unsealed roads that require a four-wheel drive. You can bring your own vehicle on the car ferry.
All of the villages are small enough to allow easy walking within their bounds. There are walking tracks through the National Park on the island, but they are scenic walking routes rather than a direct way to get to different parts of the island.
Things to do and see on Magnetic Island
Scuba diving is available on the island, and there are trips out to the Great Barrier Reef leaving MagneticIsland
Hire a mini moke and explore the island
Have fun on a Jetski
One of the most distinctive features of MagneticIsland is the native Bush Stone-curlews - a bird with a piercing cry, which has awakened many a visitor in the night when they are most active.
Koalas are relatively common on the Island and can easily be found on the famous Forts Walk.
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