Bungalow Bay Koala Village on Magnetic Island by Grasshopper Travel
Bungalow Bay Koala Village is the only resort in Australia that can boast its own wildlife park on site. In-house guests, day visitors and island residents have the opportunity to learn all about the habitats and unique Aussie animals of Magnetic Island, through an interpretative and hands-on approach which encourage you to explore the island and animals of Magnetic Island. Rangers are island residents who have a passion for the environment and know all the island stories. There are 3 daily wildlife presentations. 10am, 12 noon and 2:30pm. Be at the main reception at Bungalow Bay Koala Village 10 minutes before commencement, when a ranger will escort you to the koala park. The koala park is only open for these tour times. The first hour of the tour is within the wildlife park where you can wrap yourself in a python, hold a lizard, hold a small saltwater crocodile and get to know the icon of Magnetic Island, – the koala. Freshwater crocodiles can been seen on display. The second hour of the wildlife experience is when you explore the nearby habitats of either eucalypt forest, wetlands, mangroves or coastal dunes. Delve into the history of the traditional owners, the Wulgurukaba people, the history of the European settlement of Horseshoe Bay and the unique landscapes and birds an animals of Magnetic Island.
Bungalow Bay Koala Village - Magnetic Island
Take a tour of the Koala Park at Bungalow Bay on Magnetic Island. Featuring all sorts of unique Australian wildlife and the opportunity to Cuddle a Koala,, Caress a Crocodile, Kiss a Cockatoo, and Hug Harry, the Hairy Nosed Wombat!
Magnetic Island & Bungalow Bay Koala Village
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Uncover Queensland: Townsville Day Trips
Jessica Braithwaite and Alfie Tieu explore the outer regions of Townsville.
Catch the Sealink ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island (20 minute ferry ride) and go Horse riding on Magnetic Island with Horseshoe Bay Ranch. Have a close encounter with a snake at Bungalow Bay Koala Village, then hand-feed wallabies at sunset at the Arcadia Jetty, Magnetic Island. Next, head back to the mainland for an outback adventure to Leahton Park - a ten minute drive from Charters Towers and about a 1.5 hour drive from Townsville.
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MAGNETIC ISLAND, AUSTRALIA | Jessica Moy
Places I went to in Magnetic Island, Australia:
- Forts Walk
- Early Bird Cafe
- Bungalow Bay (Koala Park)
- Westpoint
- Horseshoe Bay
- Horseshoe Bay Ranch
- Picnic Bay
- Townsville (Rambutan Hostel)
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Magnetic Island,Australia
Magnetic Island TOP 10 activities
Magnetic Island is a small paradise island jsut offshore from Townsville, Queensland, Australia. It is a great place to enjoy and relax among the kangaroos and koalas. The many bays and warm water make it an excellent place for swimming and snorkeling!
This short video with great travel tips shows you the top 10 places to visit during your stay at the island.
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Magnetic Island Experience
Magnetic Island / Queensland / Australia
30 min. Magnetic Island experience
incl. pictures & videos from
Nelly Bay, Horseshoe Bay, Balding Bay, Radical Bay, Arthur Bay, Florence Bay and the Koala Village / Bungalow Bay
Magnetic Island is an island 8 kilometres / 5.0 mi offshore from the city of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. This 52 km2 / 20.1 sq mi / mountainous island in Cleveland Bay has effectively become a suburb of Townsville, with 2,107 permanent residents. The island is accessible from Townsville Breakwater to Nelly Bay Harbour by ferry. There is a large 27 km2 / 10.4 sq mi National Park and bird sanctuary and walking tracks can be taken between the populated bays and to a number of tourist destinations such as the World War II forts.
Hostels for backpackers:
Bungalow Bay /Koala Village - Horseshoe Bay / incl. Bus Stop
X-Base /Magnetic Island/ - Nelly Bay / incl. Bus Stop
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. The public facilities and infrastructure on the island are managed by the Townsville City Council. The island is part of the electoral district of Townsville in the Legislative Assembly of Queensland. The island is also part of the Federal seat of Herbert, which is represented by Ewen Jones.
Naming
The name of the island came about because of the apparent /magnetic/ effect it had on the ship's compass of Captain Cook as he passed the island when sailing up the east coast of Australia in 1770. People have since explored the general area of Magnetic Island with various instruments to discover what might have caused the effect that Cook reported, but nothing has been discovered. The island's mysterious magnetic effect is the basis for the 2015 speculative fiction novel 'A Tango with the Dragon.' The local name for the island is Maggie Isle / Maggie Island, or / The Island.
Natural heritage
The island is a haven for wildlife. 54% of the island is Magnetic Island National Park, which is mostly located on the steep hilly interior and rugged north-western side. The highest point on the island is Mount Cook reaching 497 m / 1,631 ft above sea level.
Magnetic Island is famous for its angling opportunities. Fish around the island include: blue marlin, black marlin, sailfish, mackerel, wahoo, giant trevally, dogtooth tuna, coral trout, mahi-mahi, tuna, red emperor and sea perch.
As of 2013, there are over 800 koalas estimated to be present on the island; this population represents the northern limit of their geographic range.
The pressure of coastal development has, in recent years, begun to make a significant impact on the island, which lies in the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. At present many millions of dollars in development are planned for the island and the impact of these has led to considerable opposition from some residents who fear the effects this development will have on the environmental values of Magnetic's lowlands which are not protected by the national park; these areas represent only 20% of the whole island, and of this 20%, most is freehold land and is already developed.
MAGNETIC ISLAND, AUSTRALIA. WE FOUND A WILD KOALA! HIRING 4X4 TO EXPLORE THE ISLAND
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Back with the Australia uploads!!
Magnetic Island was probably my favourite place in Australia!
I stayed at base hostel and we rented 4x4's through them.
Hope you enjoyed this video and thank you for watching xxxxx
IG: ellbird
SeaLink Infomercial 5 - Magnetic Island Dining and Accommodation
Infomercial video #5 for Magnetic Island SeaLink Ferry Service. Featuring Nautilus Aviation, Peppers Blue on Blue, Best of magnetic, Foodworks Shopping Centre, Magnetic Island Country Club, Stage Door Theatre Restaurant, Bungalow Bay Koala Village.
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Places mentioned in the vlog:
-The Strand Beach
-The Strand Night Market
-Magnetic Island: Alma Bay, Bungalow Bay (Koala Sanctuary), Horseshoe Bay
-Flinders Market (Sunday Market)
-Jezzine Barracks
-Reef HQ Aquarium
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Larakeets at Magnetic Island (Bungalow Bay)
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Base Magnetic Island Backpacker Resort in North QLD by Grasshopper Travel
Base Magnetic Island hostel is one of the best kept secrets of Australia's Tropical North. Located right on the beach, chill out in the sun by day and groove to funky tunes at the Island Bar by night, home of the ONLY Full Moon party in Australia! Come recharge the batteries and enjoy your own little part of paradise only 20 minutes from Townsville. The Base Crew know the local area and look forward to letting you in on its many secrets. We can't imagine a better place to stay and play. A range of accommodation including raised secluded campsites and waterfront bungalows. Stunning pool and deck for catching the rays. Closest hostel to the Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal and right on the beach! The Island Bar has something and everything going on, whether it is lying back and sipping dacquiris on a 'lazy Tuesday', grooving to the funky beats of local DJs on a Friday or Saturday or the racuous Ladies Night - where everyone dressed as a lady is treated like a queen! As you are on the Ferry coming accross to Magnetic Island. Look Left. You will see the picturesque resort in its own little part of Paradise. FULL MOON DOWN UNDER - The Only Full Moon party in Australia.
A LESSON TO BE LEARNED!! MAGNETIC ISLAND
A day on magnetic island! History, wildlife, and beautiful beaches! :-)
Horseshoe Bay Magnetic Island Qld
Horseshoe Bay Ranch, Magnetic Island, 2 hour bush, beach and sea horse riding tour
Some clips from a few recent rides to help you get an idea of what we offer. A beautiful horse ride through the australian bush on Magnetic Island down to Horseshoe bay to ride along the beach. We then strip off and ride our horses bareback into the ocean, which is a fantastic experience. horseshoebayranch.com.au
Magnetic Island, Townsville. GoPro HD 720p 4:3
A short boat trip from Townsville, Magnetic Island is home to the highest wild koala population in all of Australia. Base backpackers, located right on the beach, is a 5 star location at a backpacker price! You can enjoy searching for koalas on one of the many bushwalks, enjoy watersports in horseshoe bay or head on over to Bungalow Bay Koala Village for some close animal interaction!
Filmed and Edited by Mitch Callander 2013.
Music - 200 techniques by Martijn Schmit
Magnetic Island, Australia, Travel Video Guide
Magnetic Island, ten minutes ferry ride from Townsville is unique in that it has a permanent residential population of about 2,000 people.
This means unlike alot of 'resort' islands, Magnetic caters for all budgets. More than half the Island is national park and thus wildlife such as koalas, wallabies, possums and birdlife are plentiful.
I didn't interview a local on Magnetic, I decided I would just concentrate on the natural beauty of the Island. I got some great wildlife shots and the beaches and bays are to die for.
Accommodation :
Magnetic Island in 360
See Magnetic Island from the air with this incredible 360 birds-eye view of the island.
Let Magnetic Island pull you to its shores with quiet, secluded beaches, rugged nature, abundant wildlife and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.
Meet some cuddly locals at the Bungalow Bay Koala Village, Maggie’s very own animal sanctuary or hand feed the native rock wallabies at nightfall.
Channel your inner captain and set sail on a yacht around the island or take the Forts Walk to the top for panoramic views.
Accessible via the 25-minute passenger ferry from Townsville, Magnetic Island is a must-do on your bucket list.
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Amaroo on Mandalay - Magnetic Island
Amaroo on Mandalay, Nelly Bay, accommodation on Magnetic Island.