Duration:
4h
Fishing snorkeling and sightseeing tour around Magnetic island’s reef
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We provide high quality affordable guided boat tours around Magnetic island with snorkeling and fishing activities and whale watching when it is the season. All quality fishing and snorkelling equipment are supplied on board.
We only take small groups for a better personalized experience . All our tours provide local knowledge about Magnetic island landmarks and its aquatic fauna.
The boat has a comfortable shaded deck and toilet/change room.
We only take small groups for a better personalized experience . All our tours provide local knowledge about Magnetic island landmarks and its aquatic fauna.
The boat has a comfortable shaded deck and toilet/change room.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour 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
Where to meet:
- We will meet down the beach across the road from the last bus stop/ Adele’s ice cream shop in Horseshoe bay. Please wait at our sign til we call the words ALL ABOARD!.
- We will drive our vessel up onto the beach where we will help you onboard.
See map attached.
What is included:
- All quality snorkel equipment provided, masks, snorkels and flippers.
- We also provide stinger suits in summer and long sleeve wetsuit tops in winter.
- All quality fishing equipment supplied, rods, handlines, tackle and bait. We fillet and bag legal fish on deck and catch and release.
- Tea, coffee, water is supplied and snacks/banana bread.
- Paddle board, sunscreen, eskies with block ice.
- All tuition will be demonstrated.
- Local history, knowledge and recommendations we cant keep secret to help you make the most out of your stay on Maggie.
- Toilet on board.
What to bring;
- All beach and swimming gear.
- Bring food, snacks if you like, we do provide some and have you back at 1oclock where there are many restaurants and pubs to dine for lunch.
- Alcohol is permitted but please bring cans if possible.
- All beach and swimming gear.
- Bring food, snacks if you like, we do provide some and have you back at 1oclock where there are many restaurants and pubs to dine for lunch.
- Alcohol is permitted but please bring cans if possible.
Cancelation policy:
All cruises are weather dependant and requires a minimum number of travellers. If the tour is cancelled because of the weather or the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
If you wish to cancel please contact us and we will do our best to book you on another day if possible. A no show or less than 24h notice will be charged full fare or less then 48 hours a 50% refund will only be given.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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
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I really enjoyed my island time cruise with Drew on Wednesday this week..
Drew did an excellent job of making the trip inclusive for everyone on board. He's a bit of a character 'in a good way' and clearly passionate about what he does. This island has so much to offer and Drew does a great job of introducing you to as much as possible throughout the day.
I'd highly recommend this trip to anyone of any age visiting the island.
Best wishes and kind regards,
Rob
Drew did an excellent job of making the trip inclusive for everyone on board. He's a bit of a character 'in a good way' and clearly passionate about what he does. This island has so much to offer and Drew does a great job of introducing you to as much as possible throughout the day.
I'd highly recommend this trip to anyone of any age visiting the island.
Best wishes and kind regards,
Rob
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Robert
01 Aug 2025
The vibes on the tour were excellent, and it's so evident that Drew loves the island and loves his job, he was packed full of information about the history and ecology of the island. 10/10.
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Amy
21 Jul 2025
Less of an issue but worth noting is there weren’t snacks provided as per the description (water was provided).
We’ve done similar tours before with the kids (snorkelling and fishing separately) and think this one is probably better for just adults. Wouldn’t recommend it if you are going for fishing either.
It was the peak period so maybe he was tired from operating some many on his own, but overall it was pretty disappointing.
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Rebecca
15 Jul 2025
Fantastic experience. The owner/guide Drew is passionate about what he does and it shows. Amazing tour of the bays. Some beautiful snorkeling and fishing. Highly recommend if visiting Magnetic Island
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Kirstin
18 Jun 2025
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Debbie
30 May 2025
Amazing day out on the water today with Drew.
I had a magical experience with a turtle, saw amazing corals and fish and then a sting ray❤️
I also caught a great fish and got to let him back in the sea.
As I was in QLD by myself Drew made me feel comfortable and safe. He’s got a great sense of humour, very knowledgeable and a fantastic guide
Thanks Drew for such and incredible day and one I will never forget.
I had a magical experience with a turtle, saw amazing corals and fish and then a sting ray❤️
I also caught a great fish and got to let him back in the sea.
As I was in QLD by myself Drew made me feel comfortable and safe. He’s got a great sense of humour, very knowledgeable and a fantastic guide
Thanks Drew for such and incredible day and one I will never forget.
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Rebecca
24 May 2025
No sunset visible today, but Drew ensured we had a great time! The tunes were rockin!
Ps: BYO platter food and drinks, you’ll get time at a beach to sit/swim/eat.
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bellie1312018
24 May 2025
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georginah191
19 May 2025
We started off with some fishing using reels. After that, we snorkeled in a couple of stunning spots -- crystal-clear water, vibrant marine life, and truly peaceful surroundings. It was the perfect mix of fun, adventure and relaxation!
I loved the smaller group size -- just 8 of us -- this was by far our favorite tour!
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laurahV7717VI
17 May 2025
We had an awesome experience with Drue from Island Time Cruises! From the moment we stepped on board, it was clear that Drue is not only incredibly knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate about the local area and environment.
He shared fascinating insights throughout the cruise and made sure everyone felt welcome and looked after. His enthusiasm was contagious, and it was obvious he really knew his stuff.
Drue was also very accommodating, going out of his way to make the experience enjoyable for everyone on board.
Highly recommend this tour—it’s a fantastic way to explore the region with someone who truly cares about it.
He shared fascinating insights throughout the cruise and made sure everyone felt welcome and looked after. His enthusiasm was contagious, and it was obvious he really knew his stuff.
Drue was also very accommodating, going out of his way to make the experience enjoyable for everyone on board.
Highly recommend this tour—it’s a fantastic way to explore the region with someone who truly cares about it.
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Fiona
15 May 2025
I have travelled extensively, and I can honestly say that this Sunset cruise was the best I have ever experienced. Drew knows his stuff!! No holiday on Maggi is complete without doing this tour. Well done Drew!
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Jennifer
29 Apr 2025
Drew was a phenomenal guide and we had the most amazing time fishing, snorkeling, and learning a bit about the island. 10/10 would do this boating tour again.
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Jaden
10 Mar 2025
Drew is an awesome captain! Full of energy and knowledge! Was such a great day hanging out with him fishing, snorkelling and exploring the island!
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Matt
25 Jan 2025
Absolutely amazing! Wonderful guide that was super knowledgeable about the bays and history. Definitely recommend for a personal and stunning time!
Did both the day and the sunset trips and both were really good, even though we did both they were still unique and fun experiences
Completely and utterly loved it
Did both the day and the sunset trips and both were really good, even though we did both they were still unique and fun experiences
Completely and utterly loved it
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Nimzi
23 Jan 2025
I had a fantastic experience on the sunset tour with Island Time Magnetic Island Tours! Drew was an amazing guide, sharing his extensive knowledge about the area. The views were stunning. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to enjoy the beauty of Magnetic Island!
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Tonia
07 Oct 2024
Was one of the best tours we have done. Drew was informative, funny and a great guide. We caught fish and saw lots of fish while we snorkelled. We loved the fact there were only 8 of us on the boat, and that we all got a snack.
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anita
28 Sep 2024
We had the most amazing day with Drew from Magnetic Island Time Cruises. He had great knowledge of the area and the birds and sea life.
It was a very relaxed 4 hours full of fishing, snorkeling and stand up paddle boarding.
Everything we needed was provided - hand lines, bait, snorkel gear, wet suits, water and a little snack. Having a toilet on the boat was also great.
I would highly recommend a cruise on the water with them!
It was a very relaxed 4 hours full of fishing, snorkeling and stand up paddle boarding.
Everything we needed was provided - hand lines, bait, snorkel gear, wet suits, water and a little snack. Having a toilet on the boat was also great.
I would highly recommend a cruise on the water with them!
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Jo
21 Jul 2024
My son and I had a great morning with Drew.
His knowledge of Magnetic Island was fantastic, the locations he took us to are simply stunning. The highlight for us was snorkelling at Florence Bay. We will definitely do one of Drew's tours next time we are on the island.
Highly recommended.
His knowledge of Magnetic Island was fantastic, the locations he took us to are simply stunning. The highlight for us was snorkelling at Florence Bay. We will definitely do one of Drew's tours next time we are on the island.
Highly recommended.
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Pieter
18 Jul 2024
We had best time on this cruise!
Our skipper was highly knowledgeable, passionate about the island and funny.
We swam with some amazing fish, had birds feed from boat, saw amazing rock formations and two of the most beautiful coves.
It was a small group which was amazing and we watched the sunset whilst our host provided champagne.
We would love to do it again with the possibility of seeing whales !
Thank you .. great experience for myself and family !!
Our skipper was highly knowledgeable, passionate about the island and funny.
We swam with some amazing fish, had birds feed from boat, saw amazing rock formations and two of the most beautiful coves.
It was a small group which was amazing and we watched the sunset whilst our host provided champagne.
We would love to do it again with the possibility of seeing whales !
Thank you .. great experience for myself and family !!
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Joanna
18 Jul 2024
Great tour. Very relaxed. The Captain Drew was amazing and was very informative. Beautiful part of the world and definitely this cruise shows you spots you can't see from land.
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Bryce
22 Apr 2024
So we booked this cruise because it was small and it ended up just being us four which was fantastic.
Our children loved that they got a fish . They were super excited for snorkeling which was great. They took to it like a fish out of water and got so excited when they saw some fish swimming under them.
Drue who ran the cruise had a wealth of knowledge, was super easy going and made sure we had a great times.
Our children fell asleep on the ferry home after such a big day.
Magnetic Island is a beautiful, easy going place.
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Laura
11 Nov 2023
Our guide, Drew was fantastic! So knowledgeable and fun. Highly recommend for your trip to Maggie.
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Tomoko
06 Nov 2023
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Mavis
20 Oct 2023
I will be recommending these guys at any opportunity!
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Natalie
14 Oct 2023
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lisabX4980ZX
06 Oct 2023
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raewynk2021
30 Sep 2023
We want to thank Drew for giving us the experience of a lifetime! We were blown away by the Humpback mother and calf that breeched right beside the boat and gave us a spectacular show!! It was absolutely awesome!! Thank you Drew for the most amazing cruise- it was definitely the highlight of our week on Magnetic Island!!! And an experience we will never forget!!!
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FI
20 Sep 2023
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Meg
11 Sep 2023
The captain was kind and friendly, he told us a lot about the island history and showed us great spots. The music was spot on matching the sunset vibes.
Would totally recommend the experience.
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peter
05 Sep 2023
seen whales, could even hear them through the boat! 10/10
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rabz30
27 Aug 2023
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Wendy
23 Aug 2023
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Curious812618
23 Aug 2023
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Peter
23 Aug 2023
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Cass
20 Aug 2023
We had a fantastic time on our 4-hour fishing and snorkeling trip with Drew. In fact, it was the highlight of the whole holiday — which is saying something, given how amazing Maggie Island is! We highly recommend Drew :-)
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Russell
08 Jul 2023
We enjoyed our 4hr trip with Drew, who was friendly and funny. We learnt a few facts about the island, saw some birds, caught a few fish, snorkelled in Arther Bay, and had 20 mins on radical bay beach.
I was pretty disappointed that we didn't get to snorkel Florence Bay because commercial vessels aren't allowed in there on weekends. Signs for 'island time' refer to 5hr trips for $85, we paid 115 for 4hrs. I think this trip should have been 5hrs so we could spend more time snorkelling and enjoying the sights.
I was pretty disappointed that we didn't get to snorkel Florence Bay because commercial vessels aren't allowed in there on weekends. Signs for 'island time' refer to 5hr trips for $85, we paid 115 for 4hrs. I think this trip should have been 5hrs so we could spend more time snorkelling and enjoying the sights.
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Chloe
26 Jun 2023
We had an absolute blast on the island time boat. Drue is the best host, he’s very experienced, funny and passionate about the island and all that’s on it and that’s in the waters surrounding it. We saw so many fish, and beautiful beaches and the rock formations are amazing. We hope to come back one day and go out again.
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Kat
22 Jun 2023
It was a fantastic adventure - we went on the half day tour and Drew the captain was awesome- we enjoyed his knowledge and company so much so that we are thinking of coming back next year and looking out for Drew and his cruise
Thank You Drew - I might not have shown it but I did enjoy your cruise
Thank You Drew - I might not have shown it but I did enjoy your cruise
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susan
19 Jun 2023
We planned a private tour last minute and Drew was able to squeeze us into the schedule for the next day. It was short and sweet, but we were all pleasantly surprised by how much we saw in 2 hours! Drew was laid back and very informative. We didn’t opt to fish but I reckon he’d be fantastic for a fishing adventure as he loves it! 10/10 recommend
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Clarissa
02 Jun 2023
Fabulous. You will make friends for life. The views are stunning. The wildlife is rad. Saw a huge devil ray, caught a giant trevally, swam with some massive fish and had an great beach BBQ afterwords. So fun and the are wonderful people.
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Karen
01 Jun 2023
What an awesome adventure. The Captain, Drew, certainly does a great job of keeping you entertained for the trip. He shares a lot of local knowledge and take you to awesome spots! A must do on your holiday for sure ????
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Theunis
26 May 2023
Fabulous day snorkelling and visiting bays around island. Drew so knowledgeable about each bay and where to snorkel. Definitely would do this again if lucky enough to return to this beautiful island.
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Penelope
23 Apr 2023
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Daydream68040601967
18 Apr 2023
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Adventures75
11 Apr 2023
8 people max so very personal experience was ensured.
Drue was fun informative and very accomodating.
Would highly recommend both the snorkelling and the sunset cruise.
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C6803BCjulief
10 Apr 2023
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treajules
08 Apr 2023
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Patricia
07 Apr 2023
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lisalZ6068YS
31 Mar 2023
Drue put together an amazing tour with plenty to see and do on the beautiful coastline of Magnetic Island. I loved the fact that it was a small group with personal service. Drue is extremely knowledgeable about all things Magnetic Island and provided a fun, funny and interesting tour of the coastline featuring fish, birds, turtles, amazing scenery and more. Water and snacks also provided! I even flew my drone :)
Do yourself a favour and book the trip. Well worth it!
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b00fh
28 Mar 2023
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Julia
26 Mar 2023
Did the half day tour with Drew and had a fantastic time! It was a very entertaining and enjoyable tour- would recommend to anyone visiting Magnetic Island
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Katie
24 Mar 2023
All in all, we can say - if you want a unique experience, in a small group with your individual changes to your plan on the way and the most stunning view on magnetic island - book with Drue!
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chiaraemeliee
11 Mar 2023
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craigsB249PD
26 Jan 2023
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Safari17270231735
15 Jan 2023
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Global03062197853
13 Jan 2023
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CarrieGreer33
13 Jan 2023
Highly recommend going out for the day, will definitely do it again.
Thanks for a great time Drue
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254sids
13 Jan 2023
Well well beyond our expectations.
we got to see some special spots and some secret tricks that i wont spoil.
To top it all off, we dropped a line and trawled a bit and caught a fish!!!
INCREDIBLE
Amazing. great trip Drew. Kids loved it too.
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richard
10 Jan 2023
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10 Jan 2023
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