Townsville Visitor Information Center
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INTRODUCTION:
Getting down to the Great Barrier Reef or the Magnetic Island, the Museums and the Billabong Sanctuary, the beaches and The Strand, is simple. The congenial weather, easy connectivity and budget accommodation calls tourists from all over Australia and other countries of the world. Divers, hikers, peace seeking visitors, botanists can explore the region to fulfill their lust.
There is enough scope for endless adventure in and around Townsville. Townsville Visitor information Center is a handful source. Snorkelling, swimming water-skiing paragliding, horse riding biking, sea kayaking, sailing or cruising around the island is available on rent.
Townsville Tourist Information Center, available in help Desk at Stations, Airport, Bus Terminals, Hotels or any other places, has printed guides and manuals that can make your stay in the region a hassle free experience. The Magnetic Island Information Shop (Tel. 1800/005 654 in Australia, or 07/4758 1862; www.magneticislandinfo.com , available at Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal can be handy in providing useful hiring information for conducted tours and travels around the region. One can take a car in the ferry, but most people prefer hiring minimokes, cars and buses.
Most of the activities are centered on Nelly Bay, Arcadia, Horseshoe Bay and picnic bay.
Wearing Sturdy shoes one can even reef walk at Arthur Bay on the northern edge, and Geoffrey Bay. Novice snorkellers can have an easy time in Magnetic Islands weak currents and soft, sloping beaches. Walk across the Billabong Sanctuary can give a view of the koala on tree branches.. to have a glimpse of the dolphins, dugongs and sea turtles, consider a jet ski circumnavigation of the island with Adrenalin Jet Ski Tours and Hire (tel. 07/4778 5533. The half day tour departs from the Horse Shoe Bay in the morning and in the afternoon.
Avoid Snorkelling and swimming during October and May for deadly marine stingers, except at Picnic Bay and Horseshoe Bay. One can enjoy watersports on top of the water with a rental outfit. Lifesavers patrol the bay for the safety of the visitors.| Hotels in Townsville | |
| Plaza Hotel | Holiday Inn Hotel |
| Jupiters Townsville And Casino Hotel | Mercure Inn Hotel |
| Seagulls Resort | Ibis Hotel |
