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neighbours.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt’s not only conveniently close to the world’s largest reef system but \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/18/things-to-do-in-townsville/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethe once-sleepy town\u003C/a\u003E promises to show a new side to the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/02/natural-wonders-townsville/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Enatural wonder\u003C/a\u003E, which stretches 2,300 kilometres from the tip of Cape York to Bundaberg further south. Looking for some ideas for how to explore the Great Barrier Reef from Townsville? Read on.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EGrab a snorkel\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-414771 size-standard-portrait\" title=\"2016_tsv_lodestonereef_divingandsnorkelling_khyorchard\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/2016_tsv_lodestonereef_divingandsnorkelling_khyorchard-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Lodestone Reef | Great Barrier Reef from Townsville\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOne of the best ways to see the Great Barrier Reef from Townsville is by snorkel, so that you can make the most of its 3,000 separate reefs and 900 continental islands and cays.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EJust a short boat ride from town you’ll be able to submerge yourself in the coral at neighbouring \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/townsville-north-queensland/places-to-visit/magnetic-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E. Go solo or join the team at \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/pleasure-divers-magnetic-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPleasure Divers\u003C/a\u003E for an adventure. Or choose to partner your trip with an ample side of education, joining a Discovery Cruise with Adam from Aquascene, or marine biologist Andy for a guided Reef Eco Tour.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThat’s not mentioning \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/remote-area-dive\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ERemote Area Dive\u003C/a\u003E and its day trips across \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/pelorus-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPelorus\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/Orpheus-Island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EOrpheus Islands\u003C/a\u003E, or \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/Adrenalin-Snorkel-and-Dive\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EAdrenalin Snorkel and Dive\u003C/a\u003E which makes its way to Lodestone Reef regularly throughout the week.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELike your alone time? Meander the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://cdn-blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/magneticisland_snorkeltrail_info1.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eself-guided snorkel trails\u003C/a\u003E on Magnetic Island. Developed in 2012 these oceanic tracks wind through bommies overgrown with vibrant coral and fish, and historic landmarks like a World War II aircraft propellor. There are two trails to choose from; \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/nelly-bay\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENelly Bay\u003C/a\u003E with access directly in front of X Base Backpackers, and Geoffrey Bay.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EDive the Yongala\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41216 size-full\" title=\"2015_TSV_YongalaWreck_Divingandsnorkelling_AchimWetz\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ss-yongala.jpg\" alt=\"SS Yongala\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ss-yongala.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ss-yongala-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ss-yongala-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EExperienced divers will be all too familiar with Townsville’s dive sites, considering one of the world’s top 10 lives nearby. The \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2015/11/03/the-s-s-yongala-my-best-dive-yet-probably/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESS Yongala\u003C/a\u003E is well-regarded as a must-do for the diving inclined. The historic shipwreck is considered to be one of the best preserved diving offerings, and stretches across 107 metres and lies 30 metres below the surface. An advanced dive, it’s best guided by the experts – turn to the likes of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/Adrenalin-Snorkel-and-Dive\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EAdrenalin Snorkel and Dive\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/Yongala-Dive\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EYongala Dive\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDon’t fret if you don’t yet have your diving licence; Townsville is the perfect place to learn. The northern city is awash with passionate diving instructors and experts all too eager to share their knowledge of the ocean’s depths. When it comes to scoring your scuba accreditation here there’s plenty of reputable places to choose from; stand-outs include \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/03/22/padi-dive-certification-great-barrier-reef/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMission Beach Dive and Adrenalin Snorkel and Dive\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EHover your way\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-414780 size-standard-portrait\" title=\"2019_TSV_NautilusAviation_Adventure_UGC\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/2019_tsv_nautilusaviation_adventure_ugc-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Nautilus Aviation scenic helicopter flight Townsville\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/05/great-barrier-reef-experiences/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESplash out on a truly memorable experience\u003C/a\u003E, flying a helicopter across the reef.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis may be one of the more expensive ways to see the Great Barrier Reef from Townsville, but it’s also one of the best. Hire a chartered helicopter flight with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/Nautilus-Aviation\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENautlius Aviation\u003C/a\u003E and you’ll make your way straight for Havannah Island, the southernmost island in the Palm Island Group. Expect to spend three hours hovering over the Coral Sea, before landing on your own private white sand beach, where you’ll spend time snorkelling, swimming and picnicking before you return to the mainland.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThat’s not the only option available of course. Embark on a scenic getaway to the more secluded sand cay at Wheeler Reef with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/townsville-helicopters\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETownsville Helicopters\u003C/a\u003E instead.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EJump aboard a cruise\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFans of a more relaxed approach to exploration will no doubt be tempted by a trip with \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/transport/SeaLink-Queensland\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESeaLink Queensland\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E, which \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/06/great-barrier-reef-with-a-toddler/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eruns cruises along the Great Barrier Reef between May and September each year\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are a number to choose from, but Island Highlights Cruise is a stand-out. Commence the day with a traditional Indigenous welcome on Palm Island, before you pull on your snorkel gear and splash about Pelorus Island and Orpheus Island pre- and post-lunch. The historically inclined may prefer the Cape Cleveland Lighthouse Tour, where you’ll meet some of the families who have called the nautical landmark home. Or the Great Palm Island Day Tour, where Indigenous arts and dance performances are at the fore.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EEducate yourself at Reef HQ Great Barrier Reef Aquarium\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-412259 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Reef HQ Townsville | Queensland marine life encounters\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-2048x1364.jpg 2048w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-1050x699.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/119883-2-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELearn more about the Great Barrier Reef and how we can better preserve this natural wonder with a trip to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Reef-HQ-Aquarium\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EReef HQ Great Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Reef-HQ-Aquarium\"\u003E \u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Reef-HQ-Aquarium\"\u003EAquarium\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe 140 volunteers on hand will help guide you through the displays (turtle hospital included) created to educate the masses. This is the largest living coral reef aquarium in the world, which impressively teaches as many students in their online education programs as they do in the flesh.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EStill eager to learn? Guests at \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/orpheus-island-lodge\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EOrpheus Island Lodge\u003C/a\u003E have been granted special access to the Great Barrier Reef scientific research station at Pioneer Bay. Operated by James Cook University, visitors are often scientists or students involved in vital reef research. Embrace your chance to tour the facility, watching the scientists at work and experience the live reef touch tanks.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ESet sail around Magnetic Island\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_33444\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33444\" class=\"wp-image-33444 size-large\" title=\"2019_TSV_PilgrimSailing_Sailing_UGC\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pilgrim-sailing-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Pilgrim Sailing\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pilgrim-sailing.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pilgrim-sailing-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pilgrim-sailing-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-33444\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by Pilgrim Sailing\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECruise the calm waters surrounding \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/04/how-to-see-the-great-barrier-reef-without-getting-wet/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETownsville by yacht.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/05/11/48-hours-on-magnetic-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E in particular is a boat haven, attracting the likes of former Sydneysiders Paul and Clare Ley who sail their 58-foot yacht \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/tour/Pilgrim-Sailing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPilgrim\u003C/a\u003E into \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/attraction/Nelly-Bay\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENelly Bay\u003C/a\u003E Harbour annually. The duo will lead you on a tour through the district, making the most of the slightly cooler winter weather from May to late September. Join them for an afternoon sail, complete with swim and barbecue, or the twilight cruise, which comes accompanied by cocktails at dusk.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFellow local operators include \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/big-mama-sailing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBig Mama Sailing\u003C/a\u003E who operate year-round from both Magnetic Island and Townsville.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EFeel inspired by the Museum of Underwater Art\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_411457\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-411457\" class=\"wp-image-411457 size-large\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/moua-destinationqld-691x691.jpg\" alt=\"Museum of Underwater Art\" width=\"691\" height=\"691\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-411457\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@destinationqld\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMeander your way through the only underwater art museum in the southern hemisphere with a trip to MOUA.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are four sites to choose from which are scattered around the Townsville region and have only recently made their debut in the district; you’ll find submerged artwork amidst The Strand, Palm Island, Magnetic Island, and John Brewer Reef.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EEach piece has been designed by world renowned underwater sculptor Jason de Cairns Taylor (the creator of MUSA in Mexico and Museo Altanico in Spain), and explore the themes of conservation, restoration and education.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ESleep under the stars\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30325 size-standard-landscape\" title=\"2018_TSV_PelorusIsland_Islands\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/sunset-on-pelorus-island-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset on Pelorus Island near Townsville Queensland\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/sunset-on-pelorus-island.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/sunset-on-pelorus-island-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/sunset-on-pelorus-island-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGet back to basics with a night spent under the stars on \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2016/07/21/the-great-barrier-reef-safari-you-never-knew-existed/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPelorus Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E. Fringed by a rainbow reef accessible by the beach, this tropical haven has only a small population of goats which call it home. As it’s completely self-sufficient, pack appropriately, drinking water included. You’ll also need your own method of transport to get there, though you can hitch a lift with Remote Area Dive, which incorporates a visit to the isolated stretch every weekend with their Unlimited Dive Safari. As an added bonus, this tour provides all the camping gear you could possibly need.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor those eager to pitch a tent in total seclusion, more offerings abound nearby. Camping out on Orpheus Island and Hinchinbrook Island is also allowed, though its best to do your research on the \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EDepartment of National Parks, Sports and Racing\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E and to book a site.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPrefer comfort to camping? There’s plenty of other options on offer, including the \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/12/help-great-barrier-reef/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eeco-friendly\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/orpheus-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EOrpheus Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E Lodge, which is now 100% sustainably powered.\u003C/p\u003E\n",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","title":"Date","value":1586246419000,":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","title":"Date Modified","value":1580941500000,":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","title":"Excerpt","value":"\u003Cp\u003EFrom shipwrecks to submerged art.\u003C/p\u003E\n",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"slug":{"dataType":"string","title":"Slug","value":"great-barrier-reef-from-townsville",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","title":"Featured Image","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/10-ways-to-experience-the-great-barrier-reef-from-townsville1.jpg",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","title":"Post Thumbnail","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/10-ways-to-experience-the-great-barrier-reef-from-townsville1.jpg",":type":"string","multiValue":false}},"elementsOrder":["global_id","status","URL","author_first_name","author_last_name","author_name","author_URL","author_avatar_URL","author_profile_URL","title","content","date","date_modified","excerpt","slug","featured_image","post_thumbnail"],"model":"teq/models/blog"},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"How To Explore the Great Barrier Reef From Townsville","headlineColor":"orange","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"How-to"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Great Barrier Reef","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef.html"},{"active":true,"title":"Great Barrier Reef from Townsville","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_GBR_JohnBrewerReef_AdrenalinSnorkelAndDive__DescentProductions_153255.jpg","alt":"Guided day trip to John Brewer Reef with Adrenaline Snorkel and Dive","title":null,"link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":"Descent Productions","quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"name":"Sarah Bristow","resourcePath":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2026-04-13T23:21:53.160Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/p/pZkvHY4rgWa9z9nLWRp2/profile.profile.image","alt":"Sarah Bristow"}},"editorial_description":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThink Cairns is the only gateway to the \u003Ca title=\"Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E? \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" href=\"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E sits right on the doorstep of this World Heritage stunner, with easy access to marine life, island snorkelling, wreck dives and even \u003Ca title=\"Museum of Underwater Art guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/museum-of-underwater-art\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eunderwater art\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom the colourful snorkel trails of \u003Ca title=\"Magnetic Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E to the legendary \u003Ca title=\"SS Yongala Dive Site\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2658caeeeaaf773cf8454-ss-yongala-dive-site\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESS Yongala shipwreck\u003C/a\u003E, Townsville offers plenty of ways to explore the reef. Whether you’re after Great Barrier Reef tours from Townsville, scenic flights, sailing cruises or dive adventures, there’s an experience to suit every kind of traveller.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EYour quick guide to the Great Barrier Reef from Townsville\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow to get there: \u003C/b\u003EDirect flights to Townsville from Brisbane (2 hrs), Sydney (2.5 hrs) and Melbourne (3 hrs)\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003EBest for snorkelling:\u003C/b\u003E Magnetic Island snorkel trails\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003EBest dive site: \u003C/b\u003ESS Yongala shipwreck\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003EMost unique experience: \u003C/b\u003EMuseum of Underwater Art\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003EBest for island adventures:\u003C/b\u003E Pelorus, Magnetic and Orpheus Islands\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJump to:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#snorkel\"\u003ESnorkel the reef around Magnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#dive\"\u003EDive the legendary SS Yongala shipwreck\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#sky\"\u003ESee the reef from the sky\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#sail\"\u003ESet sail around Magnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#moua\"\u003EExplore the Museum of Underwater Art\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#camp\"\u003ECamp on remote reef islands\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003EFAQS\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ESnorkel the reef around Magnetic Island\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image14409f63-6780-4db5-a72b-c5724b19b3db":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2023_TSV_AquasceneMagneticIsland_JesseLindemann_154778.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2023_TSV_AquasceneMagneticIsland_JesseLindemann_154778.jpg","alt":"Family experience Great Barrier Reef on the full day Discovery Tour with Aquascene Magnetic Island","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image14409f63-6780-4db5-a72b-c5724b19b3db.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776122512405/2023-tsv-aquascenemagneticisland-jesselindemann-154778.jpeg","uuid":"522c9da9-0ab0-4cec-a536-87f1d95c0bb2","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Aquascene Magnetic Island, Magnetic Island, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"textbdb5d44e-18a1-44bd-bc71-ce1b9bcaaffc":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"snorkel\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EOne of the easiest ways to experience the Great Barrier Reef from \u003Ca title=\"Things to do Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/things-to-do-townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E is by slipping on a snorkel, so that you can make the most of its 3,000 separate reefs and 900 continental islands and cays.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJust a 20-minute ferry ride from the mainland (via \u003Ca title=\"Sealink North Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-64e29a01a99997ae5d76c88e-sealink-north-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESealink\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca title=\"Magnetic Island Ferries\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/transport/p-56b25fedaeeeaaf773cf292d-magnetic-island-ferries\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMagnetic Island Ferries\u003C/a\u003E), \u003Ca title=\"Things to do Magnetic Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/things-to-do-magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E offers some of the most accessible reef snorkelling in the region. The island’s self-guided snorkel trails at \u003Ca title=\"Nelly Bay Snorkel Trail\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/journeys/p-5d91a267a5dd5efe3f5b77f8-nelly-bay-snorkel-trail\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENelly Bay\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Geoffrey Bay Snorkel Trail\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/journeys/p-580700cf7707b14c5f393bc0-geoffrey-bay-snorkel-trail\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGeoffrey Bay\u003C/a\u003E are totally free to access and weave through coral bommies, tropical fish and even a historic World War II aircraft propeller.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPrefer a guided adventure? Check out these Great Barrier Reef tours from Townsville for a bucket list-worthy day:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-57fcd035d47faa9f4a37fe48-aquascene-magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Aquascene Magnetic Island\"\u003EAquascene\u003C/a\u003E - Departing from Townsville, jump on their Maggie Discovery Tour. The five-hour tour visits secluded bays, Master Reef Guide talks and the chance to snorkel fringing reefs. Price: Adults $179, kids (2-14 years) $129.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd02880253d74c4545e-adrenalin-snorkel-and-dive\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Adrenalin Snorkel and Dive\"\u003EAdrenalin Snorkel and Dive\u003C/a\u003E - Departing from Townsville, their nine-hour tour includes snorkel stops at John Brewer, Keeper and Lodestone Reef with the chance to swim beside everything from Maori Wrasse to turtles, rays and reef sharks. Price: Adults $384, kids (6-12 years) $334.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDive one of the world’s best wrecks: SS Yongala\u003Ca id=\"dive\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imaged040db12-296c-47e2-b073-a2e587e2fe4a":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2019_TSV_SSYongala_139002.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2019_TSV_SSYongala_139002.jpg","alt":"A person dives amongst the SS Yongala Wreck in Townsville","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imaged040db12-296c-47e2-b073-a2e587e2fe4a.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776122512466/2019-tsv-ssyongala-139002.jpeg","uuid":"d30c50ce-ec91-4249-ad39-08e95a04386e","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"SS Yongala Wreck, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text3fb919dc-cd45-4f6f-97c1-b5d0bb2e19cd":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EFor experienced divers, Townsville is famous for one thing: \u003Ca title=\"SS Yongala Dive Site\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2658caeeeaaf773cf8454-ss-yongala-dive-site\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe SS Yongala\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOften ranked among the top wreck dives in the world, \u003Ca title=\"SS Yongala Facts\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/diving-and-snorkelling/ss-yongala-facts\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe historic passenger ship\u003C/a\u003E sank in 1911 and now lies 30 metres beneath the surface, 107 metres long and teeming with marine life.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to expect:\u003C/b\u003E Giant grouper, sea turtles, bull rays and schools of barracuda regularly patrol the wreck, making it one of the most biodiverse dive sites on the Great Barrier Reef.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow to see it:\u003C/b\u003E Advanced divers can join guided trips with operators including \u003Ca title=\"Adrenalin Snorkel and Dive\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd02880253d74c4545e-adrenalin-snorkel-and-dive\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAdrenalin Snorkel and Dive\u003C/a\u003E (from $489), Pro Dive Magnetic Island (from $430), or \u003Ca title=\"Yongala Dive\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25f8b2880253d74c47986-yongala-dive\" target=\"_self\"\u003EYongala Dive\u003C/a\u003E (from $320 per person).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:\u003C/b\u003E Not ready to dive the Yongala just yet? Head to the \u003Ca title=\"Maritime Museum of Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5ea121a20989618e4e9a349e-maritime-museum-of-townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMaritime Museum of Townsville\u003C/a\u003E, where artefacts recovered from the wreck - including the ship’s bell - bring its story to life.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ESee the Great Barrier Reef from the sky\u003Ca id=\"sky\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image98744ae6-cca9-406d-9a77-9df91fea6777":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_MagneticIsland_TownsvilleHelicopters_PhilWarring_Phlipvids_150540.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_MagneticIsland_TownsvilleHelicopters_PhilWarring_Phlipvids_150540.jpg","alt":"Couple in a helicopter, flying over Magnetic Island with Townsville Helicopters","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image98744ae6-cca9-406d-9a77-9df91fea6777.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776122512525/2022-tsv-magneticisland-townsvillehelicopters-philwarring-phlipvids-150540.jpeg","uuid":"c7c86766-cbe1-440f-8bff-ec28d44fecce","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Townsville Helicopters, Magnetic Island, Townsville, ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"texte6c2e55e-24bd-4f27-9afe-9df3ac6ce2f3":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFor a completely different perspective, take to the air. A scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef reveals coral cays, reef systems and turquoise lagoons.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EHop on a 60-minute Palm Island helicopter flight with \u003Ca title=\"Nautilus Aviation\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25f8d7b935fbe730dedcf-nautilus-aviation\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENautilus Aviation\u003C/a\u003E. Lifting off from Townsville, you’ll soar over Magnetic Island, the Palm Island group and the sprawling coral formations of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. \u003Cb\u003EPrice:\u003C/b\u003E from $990 per person.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Townsville Helicopters\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5720064944eaa83a04b232e2-townsville-helicopters\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville Helicopters’\u003C/a\u003E Havannah Island Tropical Escape starts with a scenic loop around Magnetic Island before crossing the Coral Sea to Havannah Island. After landing on the beach, you’ll have around 90 minutes to swim, explore the island or relax on the sand with a gourmet picnic platter and drinks set up. \u003Cb\u003EPrice:\u003C/b\u003E from $725 per person (based on two passengers).\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ESet sail around Magnetic Island\u003Ca id=\"sail\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imageb6e709fc-5ee5-473e-9ddf-c92c9264f124":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_MagneticIlsland_BigMamaSailing_Sailing_TheEditSuite_153712.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_MagneticIlsland_BigMamaSailing_Sailing_TheEditSuite_153712.jpg","alt":"Group of friends on the adventure Sail day trip to Magnetic Island with Big Mama Sailing","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imageb6e709fc-5ee5-473e-9ddf-c92c9264f124.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776122512722/2022-tsv-magneticilsland-bigmamasailing-sailing-theeditsuite-153712.jpeg","uuid":"0fcd6dcc-5a78-4e5e-94d8-7fefc040d330","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Big Mama Sailing, Magnetic Island, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text29e01873-0279-4949-a47b-218d756c5555":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIf slow exploration is more your speed, setting sail around Magnetic Island is one of the most relaxing ways to discover the Great Barrier Reef from \u003Ca title=\"48 hours in Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/48-hours-in-townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E. With sheltered bays, calm waters and secluded anchorages, it’s easy to see why Maggie is a favourite among sailors.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EClimb Aboard:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Pilgrim Sailing\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b264872cbcbe7073ade886-pilgrim-magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPilgrim Sailing:\u003C/a\u003E Barefoot luxury at its best. Glide across the water aboard a 58-foot yacht with a maximum of 12 guests on this four-hour lunch cruise departing from Magnetic Island. Feast on a gourmet lunch, sip premium wines and craft beer while stretching out on beanbags, then cool off with a swim in turquoise bays. Travelling from Townsville? You can add a ferry transfer to your booking. \u003Cb\u003EPrice: \u003C/b\u003EFrom $229.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Big Mama Sailing\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-58b8ca180777e82a03777e48-big-mama-sailing\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBig Mama Sailing:\u003C/a\u003E Bliss out on a two-hour sunset sail with departures from both Townsville and Magnetic Island. This intimate cruise (just 12 guests) includes a welcome drink, a tasty antipasto platter and front-row seats to those golden Townsville sunsets. You’re also welcome to BYO a cooler bag of drinks.\u003Cb\u003E Price: \u003C/b\u003EAdults $115, kids (4–12 years) $95.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EExplore the Museum of Underwater Art\u003Ca id=\"moua\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image08c23a0d-35a3-453c-9a7a-8f4a13b6bbd1":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_GBR_MOUA_AdrenalinSnorkelAndDive_Scuba_DescentProductions_153262.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_GBR_MOUA_AdrenalinSnorkelAndDive_Scuba_DescentProductions_153262.jpg","alt":"Adrenaline Snorkel and Dive tour to discover the underwater sculptures of MOUA","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image08c23a0d-35a3-453c-9a7a-8f4a13b6bbd1.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776122512779/2022-tsv-gbr-moua-adrenalinsnorkelanddive-scuba-descentproductions-153262.jpeg","uuid":"a277d326-23eb-4548-b6fd-c985e2b30195","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"MOUA (Museum of Underwater Art), John Brewer Reef, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text506672cc-cc64-4570-a6ca-00e2a9e0ff5b":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ETownsville is home to the awe-inspiring \u003Ca title=\"Your guide to the Museum of Underwater Art\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/museum-of-underwater-art\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMuseum of Underwater Art (MOUA)\u003C/a\u003E, the only underwater art museum in the Southern Hemisphere. Created by world-renowned underwater sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor, the installations combine art, conservation and marine science in the form of breathtaking sculptures you can snorkel above or dive between. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESeveral (and totally free to view) works are spread across John Brewer Reef:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Coral Greenhouse\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5f20c5df82fd7c7f65172fb6-museum-of-underwater-art--coral-greenhouse\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECoral Greenhouse:\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E Accessible by snorkel or dive, explore this nine-metre stainless steel greenhouse sitting on the ocean floor, filled with 20 life-sized "reef guardian" sculptures of marine science students.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Ocean Sentinels / MOUA / Museum of Underwater Art\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-64ff97313c86082e13a33a66-ocean-sentinels--moua--museum-of-underwater-art\" target=\"_self\"\u003EOcean Sentinels\u003C/a\u003E:\u003C/b\u003E Snorkel-friendly and sitting just five metres below the surface, eight towering 2.2-metre figures honour legends of marine conservation. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon’t want to get wet? \u003C/b\u003EYou can experience the magic of \u003Ca title=\"Ocean Siren\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5f1fa94d2cd15e162b0b2fdd-museum-of-underwater-art--ocean-siren\" target=\"_self\"\u003EOcean Siren\u003C/a\u003E, rising from the sea beside Townsville’s iconic jetty on \u003Ca title=\"The Strand\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e712cbcbe7073ad7f21-the-strand\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Strand\u003C/a\u003E. Visit at dusk to see the sculpture glow, with colours shifting in response to real-time ocean temperatures.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know: \u003C/b\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Sealink North Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/transport/p-56b25e41d5f1565045da0de9-sealink-north-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESealink North Queensland\u003C/a\u003E runs trips to John Brewer Reef and MOUA aboard a modern, air-conditioned catamaran departing from Townsville and Magnetic Island. Tours include snorkel gear, guided snorkelling with an expert, marine life presentations, plus a buffet lunch and snacks. Price: Adults $325, kids (5-14 years) $225.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ECamp on remote reef islands\u003Ca id=\"camp\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image4d385eb8-7b5a-48c7-8f9e-c7fc9434f4e4":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2024_TSV_GBR_OrpheusIsland_OrpheusIslandLodge_KatiePurling_155735.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2024_TSV_GBR_OrpheusIsland_OrpheusIslandLodge_KatiePurling_155735.jpg","alt":"Couple exploring the secluded, unspoilt tropical coastline by watersports at Orpheus Island Lodge","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image4d385eb8-7b5a-48c7-8f9e-c7fc9434f4e4.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776122512836/2024-tsv-gbr-orpheusisland-orpheusislandlodge-katiepurling-155735.jpeg","uuid":"8b1136f5-d906-40f1-b1c9-3c1152f13a04","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Orpheus Island Lodge, Orpheus Island, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text4a4ea2cc-d959-4457-a3a1-d076fc7ca042":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EFor a true off-grid reef experience, pitch a tent on one of the remote islands near Townsville, where coral reefs sit just a few sandy steps from your swag.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EOrpheus Island\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESmall but mighty, \u003Ca title=\"Orpheus Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d5bd5f1565045d9fb1c-orpheus-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EOrpheus Island\u003C/a\u003E sits just a 30-minute boat ride from the mainland. Only 12km long and 1300 hectares in size, the island is almost entirely protected national park and fringed by vibrant reef. \u003Ca title=\"Why you need to holiday on Orpheus Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/7-reasons-to-holiday-on-orpheus-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENature lovers\u003C/a\u003E can camp at three sites - South Beach, Yanks Jetty or Pioneer Bay - for just $7.50 per person, per night, making it one of the most affordable ways to stay on the Great Barrier Reef.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003EGood to know: \u003C/b\u003EPrefer a few \u003Ca title=\"The best luxury islands in Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/best-queensland-luxury-islands\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ecreature comforts\u003C/a\u003E? \u003Ca title=\"Orpheus Island Lodge\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d10d5f1565045d9f4ea-orpheus-island-lodge\" target=\"_self\"\u003EOrpheus Island Lodge\u003C/a\u003E offers a luxury alternative, where just 28 guests at a time enjoy beachfront suites, spa treatments, guided snorkelling and indulgent seafood feasts.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EHinchinbrook Island\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJust north of Townsville lies \u003Ca title=\"Hinchinbrook Island \" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/hinchinbrook-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHinchinbrook Island\u003C/a\u003E, the largest national park island on the Great Barrier Reef - \u003Ca title=\"How to explore Hinchinbrook Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/explore-hinchinbrook-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eand one of its wildest\u003C/a\u003E. Accessible by boat from Lucinda or Cardwell, only 40 campers are allowed on the island at any one time, meaning you’ll often have stretches of beach, rainforest trails and mountain views almost to yourself. There are 10 remote campsites scattered across the island, most with minimal or no facilities, costing $7.50 per person per night. Expect dramatic peaks, hidden waterfalls and coastline teeming with marine life.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EPelorus Island\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a truly remote reef experience, \u003Ca title=\"Pelorus Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fbdd5f1565045da2ba4-pelorus-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPelorus Island\u003C/a\u003E offers free, secluded beachfront camping beside coral-fringed waters. There are no facilities, so visitors must be completely self-sufficient but the reward is incredible snorkelling straight off the beach, with soft corals, sea whips and giant boulder corals thriving along the coastline. Dolphins and whales are also frequently spotted here between July and November, particularly along the island’s northern shores.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know: \u003C/b\u003ELooking for something more indulgent? \u003Ca title=\"Pelorus Private Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-649b90168820ba8b071dcb3b-pelorus-private-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPelorus Private Island\u003C/a\u003E offers an ultra-exclusive escape with a single private residence featuring four suites for up to eight guests.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EGreat Barrier Reef from Townsville FAQs\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image4d385eb8_7b5a_4":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_GBR_MagneticIsland_ProDiveMagneticIsland_DescentProductions_153022.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_GBR_MagneticIsland_ProDiveMagneticIsland_DescentProductions_153022.jpg","alt":"Guided day tours from the island to go diving and snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-from-townsville/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image4d385eb8_7b5a_4.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776122512894/2022-tsv-gbr-magneticisland-prodivemagneticisland-descentproductions-153022.jpeg","uuid":"db4191d6-985f-4e1a-94d8-7b9f838b766b","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Keeper Reef, Magnetic Island, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text4a4ea2cc_d959_44":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"faqs\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EIs Townsville a good base for the Great Barrier Reef?\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n \u003C/b\u003EYes. Townsville provides direct access to Magnetic Island, the Palm Island Group, Lodestone Reef and the SS Yongala shipwreck.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow far is the Great Barrier Reef from Townsville?\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/b\u003E Some reef experiences start just 20 minutes away at Magnetic Island, while outer reef sites like John Brewer Reef are around 60–90 minutes by boat.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat is the best reef experience near Townsville?\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n \u003C/b\u003EFor snorkellers, Magnetic Island’s snorkel trails are the easiest option. For divers, the SS Yongala wreck is easily one of the best dive sites in the world.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECan beginners snorkel the reef from Townsville?\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n \u003C/b\u003EYes. 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