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Townsville and Magnetic Island Cycle Tour
Highlights
- Explore the stunning coastal landscapes of North Queensland while cycling along dedicated paths that hug the Ross River.
- Spot diverse birdlife and enjoy the lush gardens as you ride through the picturesque Townsville surrounds.
- Discover Magnetic Island's sandy beaches and coral reefs after a short ferry ride, immersing yourself in tropical paradise.
- Join guided cycles and snorkelling trips, combining active exploration with relaxation in the Great Barrier Reef's vibrant waters.
The beauty of the North Queensland coast and nearby Magnetic Island is captured on this interactive cycling holiday combining Townsville with the Great Barrier Reef.
On a series of guided cycles, explore the wetlands, river systems and coastal landscapes of the Townsville surrounds. From the Hervey Range below Pepper Pot Mountain, the Ross River flows through Townsville before meeting the Coral Sea. Cycling along dedicated cycleways which hug the river, there will be opportunities to spot birdlife, visit gardens and swim in the landmark Riverside Lagoons. Other cycle days take in WW2 sites, the Pallarenda wetlands and the trails and tracks of Magnetic Island.
Arriving at the port at Magnetic Island which is accessed via a short ferry ride from the mainland, cyclists will be immediately transported into a tropical paradise of palm tree-lined sandy beaches fringed by coral reefs. Together with the planned biking routes, there will be time to walk on trails to scenic vantage points and the opportunity to join a snorkelling trip to explore the undersea wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
This cycle trip will appeal to those seeking a combination of active exploring, relaxation and swimming.
Itinerary highlights
Ross River guided tour
Explore Townsville’s Ross River area with your cycle guide along a loop ride of 35km heading out on the southern side and returning on the northern side of this river, a defining aspect of Townsville itself shadowed by Castle Hill the dominant rock formation rising out of an otherwise flat surrounds. The ride is a scenic shady sealed trail with plenty of freshwater wildlife and an abundance of natural beauty. You’ll stop for morning tea at the Palmetum Gardens Café with a walk around the gardens if you chose. As you head back towards Townsville you take a break at the landmark Riverway Lagoons with the option of a quick dip.
Tour details
- On demand
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Operation information
Australian Cycle Tours – Queensland
Australian Cycle Tours specialise in high quality self guided and guided cycling experiences in a selection of the most beautiful regions in Australia, including the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Townsville and Magnetic Island.
They are the people within Australia’s first ever adventure travel company, World Expeditions, who were voted the Adventure Travel company of the year by their peers at the 2019 Travel Awards.
Their team love to discover the world on two wheels. Putting their passion and knowledge of cycling, as well as active self guided tours, to great use, they’re proudly putting Australia and its premier destinations on your doorstep with their range of active cycle tours, both guided and self guided.
With their extensive knowledge of the destinations and of all things cycling, this means you get the very best advice, every time. While safety is core to how they operate, they’re focused on the fun factor and suitably challenging you to reach that great sensation of personal achievement through these immersive experiences.
You don’t have to be a keen cyclist to join one of their Australian cycling trips. You just need a sense of adventure and a love of the outdoors.
They invite you to explore Queensland and Australia at handlebar level with them.
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