Top Tourist Attraction Of Australia : The Magnetic Island
“One's destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.”
― Henry Miller
― Henry Miller
Magnetic Island is home to Northern Australia’s largest colony of koalas living in the wild. It is one of the top tourist attractions in Australia. Tropical fish and marine life live in the surrounding coral reefs and tranquil waters. Explore the land or the waters and discover the island’s unique surrounds. When Captain Cook discovered the island in 1770 he believed that the island had a magnetic force that caused interference with his compass. Tests later on proved Captain Cook wrong, but the name Magnetic Island remains with visitors still abandoning their compass and losing themselves to this captivating island.
The island has long become established as a holiday destination with many hotels and several resorts in operation to cater for all levels of service. There is a choice of sailing and cruising trips with each one different, but all offering a relaxing day out on the water, with swimming, snorkelling over coral reefs or just lazing in the sun. Almost anything can be purchased on the island. Many shops have locally produced items and souvenirs for sale in the tourist areas.
The Island is a haven for wildlife and is 54% National Park which is mostly located on the steep hilly interior and rugged north western side. Koalas are relatively common on the Island and can easily be found on the famous Forts Walk.
Where it is:
Magnetic Island is an island 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) offshore from the city of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. It is a wonderful place for travelers.
Magnetic Island is an island 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) offshore from the city of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. It is a wonderful place for travelers.
How to Reach:
Escaping to Magnetic Island is easy. Fly, drive or enjoy a rail experience to the Tropics. Then it’s just a leisurely 25-minute cruise across the bay from Townsville to the island. The passenger ferry makes up to 14 return trips daily and the car/passenger ferry up to 6 return trips daily, arriving at Nelly Bay. There are many exciting tourist attractions in this area.
Escaping to Magnetic Island is easy. Fly, drive or enjoy a rail experience to the Tropics. Then it’s just a leisurely 25-minute cruise across the bay from Townsville to the island. The passenger ferry makes up to 14 return trips daily and the car/passenger ferry up to 6 return trips daily, arriving at Nelly Bay. There are many exciting tourist attractions in this area.
