Townsville and Magnetic Island
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Discover a world below. MOUA stands for Museum of Underwater Art Townsville and is located at John Brewer Reef Great Barrier Reef, off Townsville. MOUA have brought together for us ocean enthusiasts a new underwater experience that both scuba divers and snorkelers can witness. The sculptures you will explore were created by the World’s leading underwater sculptor – “Jason deCaires Taylor”.
The new dive site is best assessable off Townsville and has been created to generate a greater awareness for conservation of the Great Barrier Reef and the marine environment while also bringing together the Indigenous connection to the reef, land and sea. Although only new (opened to the public in early 2020) in time will create a new eco-system for coral and fish and ultimately a very special dive site for all to experience when visiting North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef.
On a clear day the underwater structures can be seen from the surface positioned in 10 – 15 metres. Surrounding the Museum of Underwater Art is an amazing coral reef bursting with abundance of marine life. The bright and beautiful colours are the perfect backdrop for the museum and the location provides the perfect blend of man-made and natures art.
One of the main structures of MOUA is called “the greenhouse” being 72 metre in length. The “greenhouse” makes for a great swim through for divers viewing trees life-like sculptures, and coral gardens. As mentioned earlier in time this will become an ecosystem of its own creating new coral life and plenty of marine life. There is reef nearby adding to the overall dive experience housing schools of bait fish, parrot fish, maori wrasse, clown fish, turtles, stingrays and our friendly white tip reef sharks.
The friendly crew onboard will take you through ways and show you can help protect the reef and its creatures. This dive site also allows you to continue your dive education particularly your Advanced Course.
If you are heading to Townsville for a holiday and looking for a new and exciting underwater experience let us help you plan your trip. Also assessable from Townsville is the famous SS Yongala Shipwreck which for any diver of any level a “must do” dive.
Whale watching and wildlife cruises are ooperating on set dates during the months of July through to September. All trips depart from Townsville or Magnetic Island. Spot humpback whales, turtles, dolphins, and more. Lock in your front-row seat to nature’s biggest show! Enjoy a morning or afternoon cruising the Humpback Highway, where around 7,000 humpback whales pause to rest, play, and nurture their calves in the warm, crystal-clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef.
Experience North Queensland’s most breathtaking marine encounter on this Scenic Whale Watching & Wildlife Cruise. Your vessel, Adrenalin’s (14m) and MV Endorphin (20m) is comfortable and well setup for viewing the whales. Offering guests an open, water-level viewing deck, watch in awe as humpbacks glide by during whale season, you may be treated to tail slaps, fin waves, and spectacular breaches right before your eyes.
As you cruise past Magnetic Island’s spectacular coastline, marvel at its giant granite boulders, native hoop pines, and the dramatic beauty of Orchard Rock. Along the way, keep your eyes open for turtles, dolphins, dugongs, and seabirds including Brahminy kites and white-bellied sea eagles.
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7am: Townsville passengers meet at the Townsville Breakwater Marina, located on the Fuel wharf at the end of Mariners Drive
7:25am: Depart Townsville
7:50am: Passengers board from Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island
9am: Morning tea
9:45am: Great Barrier Reef site briefings
10am: Arrive at Great Barrier Reef – Lodestone, Keeper or John Brewer Reef sites
10:20am: Dive 1 / Snorkel 1
12pm: Lunch
1pm: Dive 2 / Snorkel 2
2pm: Depart site for Nelly Bay
3pm: Afternoon tea
4:30pm: Arrive and disembark passengers at Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island
5pm: Arrive and disembark at Townsville Breakwater Marina
Please note that the above schedule is as a guide only, actual times on the day may vary.
Departure Times – 8.00am and 4.00pm
Adult Price – AUD$170.00
Child Price (5-11 years) – AUD$120.00
Days of Travel – Friday, Saturday and Sundays (During migration season- Late July to September)
When?
Half Day Trips both Morning and Afternoon for Whale Watching and Wildlife weekdays and weekend days during migration season. Please check the calendar for availability!
You can board from Townsville at the Breakwater Marina or from Magnetic Island at the Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal.
Due to our small numbers of passengers it is advised to book early.
(Please note that all our trips are subject to weather conditions and passenger numbers. Trip Status Updates will be send out the afternoon prior to departure).
Day trip passengers will receive confirmation of departure from Adrenalin Snorkel & Dive by 4pm the afternoon prior to your scheduled trip. A trip is only confirmed when the forecasted weather conditions are safe enough to travel and minimum passenger numbers have been met. If you do not receive confirmation via text or email by 4:30pm please check your junk mail or call our office on (07)47240600
Day trips: 0% with more than 14 days notice 20% with 48 hours – 14 days notice 100% with less than 48 hours notice
Day trips: 0% Admin Fee as a standby passenger 0% with more than 14 days notice 20% with 48 hours – 14 days notice
All trips and courses are conditional on weather conditions, management’s discretion, vessel availability and minimum participants (vessel depending). All refund must be authorized by the management of Adrenalin Snorkel and Dive. Refund processing times can vary per bank and (international) transfer fees may apply for which we are not held responsible. Please see terms and conditions of your bank and the chosen payment method for more information. We endeavour to adhere to the scheduled itinerary but reserve the right to alter the proposed itinerary or cancel the trip. Trip itineraries are subject to change at the sole discretion of the management or master of the vessel. If a trip is delayed, dives or snorkels cannot be completed, or cut short due to weather, mechanical breakdown, or a medical emergency, fees will not be refunded. We will not be held financially responsible for weather conditions or illness as a result or for any alternative arrangements made by the customer in case a day trip is delayed or cancelled. Trip fees will not be refunded should you be unable to board in time for the scheduled departure or be unable to complete all dives. Illness or seasickness is not a reason for a refund.
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