Magnetic Island Time Cruises
ProHighlights
- Small-group snorkelling and fishing cruises from Horseshoe Bay, capped at eight passengers on the scheduled trips
- Whole-boat private trips for up to 10 on the pontoon boat or 12 on the rib, with beach drop-offs for a picnic or barbecue
- Two-hour sunset run past White Lady, Balding and Radical Bays with a glass of champagne for each guest
About Magnetic Island Time Cruises
Magnetic Island Time Cruises is a small boat operator based at Horseshoe Bay on Magnetic Island. It runs half-day snorkel and fishing cruises, short sunset trips and private outings for families and parties. The day cruise leaves Horseshoe Bay at 8.45am and takes no more than eight passengers. It heads around the island's northern and eastern bays, stopping at fringing reef for snorkelling, with fishing gear on board for anyone keen to try their luck. The skipper keeps up a running commentary on the island and its landmarks along the way. Between July and September, humpback whales are often seen moving along the coast. Snorkel gear, stinger suits for the warmer months and wetsuit tops for cooler weather are supplied, along with rods, hand lines and bait. Any decent catch is filleted and bagged to take home, and morning tea of juice, water and snacks is served on the shaded pontoon deck. The sunset cruise is a two-hour outing past White Lady, Balding and Radical Bays, with a glass of champagne for each guest. There is time for a swim, a fish or some wildlife feeding before heading back. Groups larger than eight can book the boat outright. The pontoon boat Island Time carries up to 10 people and the 360 rib boat up to 12, and the crew can also drop a group on a secluded beach for a picnic or barbecue, with private trips quoted on request.
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Private trips for groups of up to 10 or 12 are quoted on request. Cancelling with less than 24 hours notice, or not turning up, is charged at the full fare.
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Frequently asked questions
How big a group can we bring?
Scheduled day cruises take a maximum of eight passengers. Bigger groups, or anyone wanting the boat to themselves, can book a private trip for up to 10 on the pontoon boat or up to 12 on the rib boat.
Can we bring our own drinks on board?
Yes. Morning tea of juice, water and snacks is provided on the day cruise, and guests can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol, ideally in cans. Eskies with block ice are on board, and the sunset trip includes a glass of champagne.
What gear is supplied for snorkelling and fishing?
Masks, snorkels and fins are supplied, with stinger suits handed out in the warm months and long-sleeve wetsuit tops in the cool ones. Rods, hand lines and bait are also on board, and the crew will fillet and bag a good-sized catch for you.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the wind is above 20 knots the tour may be cancelled for safety, and the crew will call ahead to let you know. You will be offered another date or a full refund, and itineraries can change with the conditions.
Are children welcome on the cruises?
Yes. The day cruise has a child fare for ages 3 to 12, and infants aged 2 and under travel free. Families are also welcome to book the boat privately for their own group.
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Nancy Griffiths
a week ago
What an amazing way to spend two hours on our 1st day on Magnetic island. We got to see all the beautiful bays around the island before finishing with a spectacular sunset and a glass of bubbles . The scenery was absolut…
julie moylan
a month ago
Had so much fun on the sunset cruise! Everything was done really really well - you could tell that Drew knew what he was doing and he hasn’t lost his passion for the job! So he made it fun and knowledgeable. Also, for wh…
Harry Lancaster
a month ago
Amazing evening cruise with Drew. He was knowledgeable and funny and full of recommendations for things to do on Magnetic Island. Do this cruise early during your stay so you can appreciate everything else there is to do…
Georgia Smeal
a month ago
This half day small group cruise on Magnetic Island was sensational! The catch and release fishing was tops. Just about everyone caught or nearly caught a fish. The remote bays we accessed were idyllic. Drew the skipper…
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