Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes

Uncover the secrets and treasures of Magnetic Island on our exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. Experience the allure of this paradise in the Coral Sea and forge a deep connection with its breathtaking scenery.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nelly Bay - Visit the Nelly Bay Nature reserve for a talk on our local wildlife and to view an interpretive display created by celebrated local artists.
  • Picnic Bay - Picnic Bay, a coastal haven steeped in history and natural beauty.
    Step onto the shores of Picnic Bay accompanied by our knowledgeable guide. Your experience encompasses both…
What's Included
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Bottled water
  • Landing and/or facility fees
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Ferry Tickets to and from Magnetic Island
Additional Information

This immersive tour invites you to delve deep into the secrets and treasures of this tropical paradise, led by Tim Bee, Izzy’s dad from the Netflix show “Izzy’s Koala World”.
Tim is a long time local who knows the island’s heart and soul. The tour offers a blend of education, fun, and relaxation, creating a memorable experience for all ages. He’s also…

Location
Magnetic Island ferry terminal
Pick up from Courtesy / Taxi Lane in front of Terminal
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Con_c
Aug 12, 2025
This was a fantastic... - This was a fantastic tour. I got to feed rock wallabies and koalas. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and funny.
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D3796fzjuliew
Aug 11, 2025
Relaxed and informative day tour. - An informative and fun day. A small group tour which was made interesting and enjoyable by our guide, Tim. Great interaction with the wildlife on the island and his knowledge of the diverse plant life enhanced the tour. The spectacular scenery and wonderful bays and beaches make for a great day. Saw a lot at a relaxed pace.
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Clairesp2619pi
Aug 4, 2025
An amazing experience - What a totally amazing day on Maggie with Tim. We were made to feel like we were having a day out with friends. Tim was a mine of information and fun and we were blown away by the sights and experiences he shared with our small group.
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Jimwe4988yg
Jul 22, 2025
- Tim and his koala reserve were both unique...local knowledge great....attention to personal experience and photos also very good...jim
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Kiwijoandsreve
Jul 14, 2025
Great day tour - Tim’s passion and ability to share knowledge of the island was wonderful delivered with great sense of humour! He really catered for all ages (6 to 68 on our trip) and shared some of his own experiences living on the island which was appreciated. Definitely recommend this lovely tour.
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Alan_b
Jul 13, 2025
Great tour of Magnetic Island - Terrific behind the scenes tour of Magnetic Island. Were taken and shown all the great spots on the island. Tim was a fantastic guide - relaxed, very informative and with a great sense of humour. Made us want to come back to Magnetic Island!
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Judyw1111
Jul 7, 2025
A must do on Magnetic Island - What an amazing experience this tour was. Tim, our guide was excellent and really made the day so enjoyable. He was very knowledgeable and we learnt lots about the island. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Dreamer14751835750
Jun 22, 2025
Wonderful day at Maggie - Amazing experience, all thanks to Tim for giving us a very local and authentic feel and experience of beautiful Magnetic island! Highly recommend it!!
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Africabound44
Jun 2, 2025
Learn all about Magnetic Island and see the sites and more with Behind the Scenes small group tours - Great day out with The Behind the Scenes tour. Tim was a dynamic, funny and knowledgeable host, providing comprehensive information - its wildlife, bays, villages, way of life and history - on our visits to beautiful places around the Island. His personal stories about his experiences growing up on the Island to now - were interesting and funny. He and his family also rescue and take injured wildlife including koalas - a further highlight of the tour. The small group tour bus was comfortable and allowed us to easily stop and check out places of interest and to be flexible. Overall a great day out as well as an excellent way to get a good feel of Magnetic Island and what it has to offer.
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Lg297
May 12, 2025
Maggie from a locals perspective - Thank you Tim for a fabulous day exploring Maggie. It shows the island from a locals perspective. Tim went above and beyond to make sure we had an informative and very enjoyable day. The highlight meeting koalas at his family’s koala hospital. Thank you
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From $75
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).