Customize a private 5-hour tour of Magnetic Island to spot koalas, explore WWII forts, and relax on secluded beaches. Small groups and local guides make this an ideal island introduction—bring ferry tickets and sturdy shoes.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the ferry and the island exhales—eucalypts scent the air, gulls wheel above weathered headlands, and a single-track road climbs toward a ridge where views open to the Coral Sea. On this private 5-hour tour you move at your own pace: a morning spent scanning casuarina for koalas, an afternoon at a quiet crescent of sand, or a slow walk along the Forts Walk where concrete gun emplacements still watch the horizon.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours (customizable)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to walk short, sometimes steep sections on uneven trails.
Wildlife
History
Magnetic Island served as a defensive point during WWII; concrete forts and gun sites along the Forts Walk date to that era.
Conservation
Support the Koala Hospital and use reef-safe products; stay on marked trails to protect fragile vegetation and avoid disturbing wildlife.
Reserve your spot on the Magnetic Island Private Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Buy ferry tickets in advance
Ferry travel to Magnetic Island is not included—book Sealink or Magnetic Island Ferries ahead to secure preferred departure times.
Wear sturdy shoes
Forts Walk and many lookouts have uneven rock and root-strewn trails—closed-toe shoes with good traction are advisable.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
If you plan to swim or snorkel, choose reef-safe sunscreen and apply before getting to the beach to protect marine life.
Respect wildlife etiquette
Keep distance from koalas and avoid loud noises or flash photography; follow guide instructions near animal habitats.
Sturdy walking shoes
Grip and ankle support for the Forts Walk and rocky lookouts.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and nearby marine ecosystems during beach or snorkel stops.
summer
Wide-brim hat and sunglasses
Sun protection on exposed lookouts and beaches.
summer
Binoculars
Useful for spotting koalas, seabirds, and marine life from headlands.