Magnetic Island Beachside Palms Holiday Units
7 The Esplanade, Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island, 4819, North Queensland, Australia
e-mail: beachsidepalms@telstra.com  or  baychek@bigpond.net.au
Phone: (02) 9371 9164 International:+61 2 9371 9164
Booking office: Trans-World Projects Pty. Ltd. 7 Wilberforce Ave, Rose Bay, 2029, Australia

No holiday in Australia would be complete without seeing the beauty of  The Great Barrier Reef  -  the World's largest Marine Park

See the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.   This enchanting and fascinating place is within easy reach from Magnetic Island.

Departs Picnic Bay every *Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 9.20am

*Tuesday available when demand permits Freecall 1800 079 797 to confirm                

Built by tiny animals and plants, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest living thing in the world.  Sunlight filters down to reveal a wondrous garden of coral with brilliant colours and fascinating shapes, brightly coloured fish, some tiny and elusive, others large and bold gliding close by.

The combination of colours, and the varied shapes makes a magical underwater landscape.  There are more species of fish on a coral reef than in any other place in the sea.

Snorkeling over the reef you will see an unbelievable variety of shapes and colours, like the angel, butterfly, and parrot fish, also starfish, shellfish, sponges, anemones, urchins, crabs, squid, octopus, manta rays and the giant clam.      Each species seems to be trying to outdo the others with more vivid colour, more elegance or a more bizarre design.

Scuba divers find diving in the crystal clear waters of the outer reefs, exhilarating.  And anglers find "fisherman's heaven", with many taking photographs home as proof of their "tall stories".

Pure Pleasure Cruises leaves Picnic Bay for Kelso Reef on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday returning passengers to the island in the late afternoon.  Charter boats are also available for hire.  Tour receptionist or booking agent will be happy to provide more details.

The Great Barrier Reef is the World's largest Marine Park and rates World Heritage listing - it is truly a unique place and a trip not to be missed.

From Magnetic Island Guide

Cruise costs:  Adults $122; Students/Pensioners $111; Child $61 (4-14 yer); Family (2A/2C) $305

Prices include non stop morning/afternoon coffee or tea with fresh snacks and Pure Pleasure famous fresh Smorgasbord tropical lunch

KELSO REEF ..... Clearly the Best !