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Aquascene Magnetic Island Sunset & Shipwreck Tour
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Aquascene Magnetic Island Sunset & Shipwreck Tour

By Aquascene Magnetic Island
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Ages 5-100, max of 18 per group
Duration: 2–3 hours
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Shipwreck History
What's not included
  • BYO drinks and snacks
  • Ferry tickets to Magnetic Island not included in ticket price


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  • 123 Sooning St, Nelly Bay QLD 4819, Australia
    Meet in front of Peppers Resort (Nelly Bay-Magnetic Island) on the outside deck area, a short 1 minute walk to the left of the Nelly Bay ferry terminal. You will see our Aquascene sign located on the boardwalk area and our friendly Aquascene crew will meet you there and escort you to our boat.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Pushchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 131585P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 131585P1

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    • 123 Sooning St, Nelly Bay QLD 4819, Australia
      Meet in front of Peppers Resort (Nelly Bay-Magnetic Island) on the outside deck area, a short 1 minute walk to the left of the Nelly Bay ferry terminal. You will see our Aquascene sign located on the boardwalk area and our friendly Aquascene crew will meet you there and escort you to our boat.
    • 1
      Our AWARD WINNING Sunset & Shipwreck tour is a 2 hour scenic tour focusing on the coastal area between Nelly Bay and Cockle Bay on Magnetic Island. Our destination is the SS "City of Adelaide" shipwreck where her story will be shared as you enjoy the sunset, birdlife and a magical experience you will never forget. Scenery, birdlife, stories, local art and history all in the one beautiful tour.
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    • Aquascene Magnetic Island
      1,402
      Australia
      Joined in March 2013
    • Aneta72
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Memorable experience
      We loved exploring Magnetic Island on the Auascene boat. It was memorable experience ,great present for my husband's birthday!
      Written 5 December 2024
    • 312simonc
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Well worth it
      Had a great time and experience. Very insightful, great local knowledge of the island and I walked away confident to snorkel. A well organised and set out trip. They catered for all our family of four needs including for our 7-month old and 3.5 year old children. Would recommend. Thank-you Aquascene.
      Written 4 December 2024
    • helentV7818SP
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Absolutely fantastic day out
      We had a fabulous day with Aquascene and would do it again in a heartbeat. The weather wasn't perfect but the crew still delivered an amazing experience with multiple opportunities to snorkel as we toured the bays. We also managed a bonus tour around the SS City of Adelaide shipwreck - something I've wanted to see for so long but wasn't expecting to do. The crew are friendly, helpful, and professional and really put so much into making this tour a great day out.
      Written 4 December 2024
    • A7550VSnicoler
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic experience 10/10
      Had a fantastic day! So much to see and do on this tour. The Crew Toby , Jan, Jack were amazing very knowledgeable and went above and beyond for everyone on board. Would absolutely recommend!
      Written 2 December 2024
    • tracycK4082OA
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      FIVE STARS
      The trip was the day after our work christmas party so it was the perfect 'recovery party' for our team. It was an incredible day. We loved every moment of it and the crew were amazing hosts. We highly recommend the trip and look forward to going again.
      Written 1 December 2024
    • F1964BFemilyc
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Once in a lifetime. Gold star!
      What a fab experience! Our guides were ace, the trip was informative and interesting, morning tea on the beach was paradise and the snorkelling was magic. Saw an amazing array of wildlife, including swimming with some tiny, friendly, reef sharks- they were super cute and it was incredible. Thanks guys!
      Written 30 November 2024
    • Brenda B
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Brilliant way to spend the day exploring Magnetic Island
      Absolutely brilliant day out. Extremely well organised and tour was flexible based on weather condituons. Crew were knowledgeable and very friendly. Numbers qere small and there was plenty of room on the boat. Highly recommend this trip with Aquascene.
      Written 29 November 2024
    • B2574BWemmaf
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      What a day! Fantastic experience!
      An absolutely amazing experience! Toby and Jahn (Yan) were fantastic. Their knowledge, friendly personalities and relaxing presence made our trip amazing. The sights we saw were phenomenal, all while ensuring our safety was key. Such a memorable day, we are so grateful. Thank you both. Would highly recommend.
      Written 29 November 2024
    • 308traced
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highlight of our trip
      Highly recommend this experience to really capture the essence of Magnetic Island. The looking process was easy and they kept me informed of the possibility of impaired snorkeling conditions. We were in luck and got to snorkel at two locations plus the amazing morning tea. The staff were very attentive and helpful in making sure my 11 year old had the mask fitted correctly. We saw so many fish and the water temperature was amazing. We got to learn all about the island and just thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
      Written 28 November 2024
    • B2849MIrachelp
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing day!
      We had such an amazing morning on the Aquascene discovery tour! The knowledge of the crew was great and we really learned a lot while seeing all of the beautiful sights on Magnetic Island. It’s a great way to see what the island has to offer! The snorkeling was still great even though it was windy and the visibility wasn’t very high. The morning tea on the beach was a great bonus and you’re given plenty of time to enjoy the beach, swim and use the paddle boards which we thought were great. 100% worth it and would recommend to anyone visiting the island!
      Written 24 November 2024
    • Safari361495
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      An incredible experience for everyone!
      I did the Discovery Tour with Aquascene and it was truly a fantastic experience. I had experience snorkeling but I was also a bit afraid of it and this tour felt like such a safe space. There are pool noodles, stand up paddles and other flotation you can use if you don't feel like swimming and that was a game changer for me. Out of all the tours I researched this one seemed like the most accessible one in all terms and I appreciated that so much. We saw rays, turtles and huuuge fishes. I'd definitely recommend it and I'll come back if I'm ever in Magnetic Island again!
      Written 20 November 2024
    • 206tahlim
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      perfect!
      The staff could not have been more lovely to my mother who was on a walker. They were just divine and made made the entire experience our favourite thing to do on the island. Well done guys.
      Written 19 November 2024
    • jc0815
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Simply the best ;-)
      Best sightseeing/snorkeling tour you can do on the island. Great knowledge about everything from history to marine biology. Couldn't recommend them more!
      Written 18 November 2024
    • Richard K
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Snorkel trip on Maggie!
      An enjoyable day on the water in a comfortable boat, friendly crew, and beautiful surroundings. Plenty of water time and a nice snack on the beach. If you are an experienced snorkeler you will probably find this trip a little boring as it’s mainly geared for kids and inexperienced swimmers. But there are some nice shallow reefs to explore and the occasional stingray or small shark.
      Written 17 November 2024
    • jenniv831
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fabulous day out
      Really fabulous experience. Weather was a bit windy so they took us to sheltered bays to snorkel. Friendly. Informative. Relaxed fun day out. Highly recommend.
      Written 17 November 2024
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    Lyn
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2022
    A delightful early evening on this tour. Adam was an informative and friendly host and skipper, Hoppy entertained us with his guitar and songs. The sunset was superb, the atmosphere peaceful and beautiful as we took photos, while circling around the SS City of Adelaide. Interesting commentary re that shipwreck, and others. Would thoroughly recommended this tour.
    Written 12 June 2022
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    Maggie sunsets are often spectacular. Glad you got some great photos. And doesn't the SS City of Adelaide also make a sunset photo look great? Thanks, Cath
    Written 27 September 2022
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    Amanda C
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2021 • Family
    Awesome tour, a must do when visiting Maggie! Adam's enthusiasm is infectious. He combines his life experience from growing up on the Island with his love of the Islands' shipwrecks for a very memorable experience. Hoppy adds an extra special touch with his guitar and chilled music. A perfect end to the day 🙂
    Written 1 October 2021
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    Julie and Marty
    19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2023
    Adam was so genuine and passionate about Magnetic Island and its natural wonders, history, and the stories of its shipwrecks. Watching the sun set over the SS City of Adelaide shipwreck whilst hearing Adam's story about her, was a special way to spend an evening. Well worth it.
    Written 29 July 2023
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    The SS City of Adelaide is a special gem we have on Maggie. Pleased we could share this with you. Thank you for your review
    Written 9 August 2023
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    Lindy004
    Canberra, Australia78 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2021
    This tour is amazing - if you have the chance - book it!

    It only goes when the tide and weather are suitable.

    Adam is passionate about Magnetic Island and it’s history and the SS City of Adelaide wreck in particular. Hoppy’s singing is the perfect accompaniment to the tour and spectacular view!
    Written 21 July 2021
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    Alexandra M
    Melbourne, Australia11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2022 • Couples
    Aquascene sunset boat tour with Adam. I won’t give any spoilers, as there are a few special surprises that Adam has up his sleeve, but it ticks all the boxes. Adam is very knowledgeable, professional, friendly and genuine, with a flair for storey telling.

    It was an exceptional tour, with only a dozen people on the boat, which made for an authentic and intimate experience tied together by Adam’s tales of discovering the secrets and stories of SS city of Adelaide in his youth.
    Written 24 September 2022
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    Isn't it a fascinating story of the SS City of Adelaide? Glad that it ticked all your boxes. Hope to see you on board Aquascene again. Cath
    Written 10 October 2022
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    Izabela
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2022
    Amazing experience! Such beautiful views in the magical sunset. Live music and very knowledgeable commentary. We have learned not only about the shipwreck of SS City of Adelaide but also about the history of Magnetic Island. Best to learn from the locals!
    Written 17 July 2022
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    Yes, Adam, the skipper, has a wealth of local knowledge and is very passionate about our island and reef. Glad you had such a wonderful experience.
    Written 10 October 2022
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    Canice
    17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2022 • Friends
    A magical and memorable evening. From the welcoming serenading tunes of talented guitar soloist, to the passionate, inspiring and informative local guide, this tour ticks all the boxes for a beautiful relaxing evening to connect with the beauty of the Magnetic Island coastline, observe stunning wildlife, and learn of its diverse history, all while watching a glorious sunset in such a peaceful environment.

    Thanks Aquascene Team for another unforgettable experience.
    Written 10 June 2022
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    Great comments. Thank you. I agree....the Sunset and Shipwreck tour is a magical experience. Cath
    Written 10 October 2022
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    Sydney S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2024 • Family
    A wonderful tour all around. Easy to book and to get to, very relaxing and very nice with the ocean breeze.
    Our guide Adam is so friendly and knowledgeable, having grown up on the island and still living there, so he has his own personal experience and family history to add to the information he gives about the island.
    He also very obviously loves the SS City of Adelaide, the star shipwreck on this tour, and you can tell from the way he shares her story and points out her features. And she is a very beautiful wreck site; the most interesting wreck I’ve ever seen.
    I’d personally call this tour a must-do if you’re on Magnetic Island for any amount of time.
    Written 23 October 2024
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    We love hearing that you had a wonderful time experiencing our sunset and shipwreck tour with Adam. Thanks for your review! The Aquascene Team
    Written 25 October 2024
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    Nadean C
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2022 • Friends
    We literally just stepped off the boat and I couldn't wait to leave a review.
    A big thankyou to Adam for an amazing and informative tour, this man knows his stuff and is passionate about what he does.
    Hoppy and his guitar only added to the overall experience, great voice and smooth tunes the whole trip.
    A couple of glasses of bubbles and you have an afternoon to remember.
    Thanks guys =)
    Written 23 July 2022
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    Thanks for your great review. Pleased to be able to give you a memorable tour.
    Written 10 October 2022
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    Jerome J
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2022 • Couples
    It’s impossible to point out a favorite part of the trip. The crew were absolutely amazing, Adam was extremely knowledgeable and we learnt a lot about the history of the island, Hoppy serenaded us, which added a beautiful atmosphere to it.
    We can’t recommend it highly enough, the absolute highlight of our trip to Magnetic Island
    Written 21 November 2022
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    "Absolute Highlight" Couldn't get a better compliment! Thank you. So pleased you enjoyed your tour.
    Written 23 November 2022
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