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Strand Park

Strand Park

3.5
North Ward · 11 km from Nelly Bay
Aquascene Magnetic Island

Aquascene Magnetic Island

3.1
Nelly Bay · 779m from downtown
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park

3.3

This is a massive, multi-purpose marine park that serves various functions, including commercial marine tourism, fisheries, port and shipping, entertainment, and scientific research.

Townsville · 12.1 km from Nelly Bay
Castle Hill Lookout

Castle Hill Lookout

3.3
Castle Hill · 12.6 km from Nelly Bay
Strand Rockpool

Strand Rockpool

3
North Ward · 10.5 km from Nelly Bay
The Koala Park Magnetic Island

The Koala Park Magnetic Island

2.9
Horseshoe Bay · 3.9 km from Nelly Bay
Rock Wallabies

Rock Wallabies

2.8
Magnetic Island · 2.1 km from Nelly Bay
Queensland Museum Tropics | Townsville

Queensland Museum Tropics | Townsville

2.9
5.0/5
3 reviews

The museum displays a wide variety of tropical life, including coral reefs, tropical fish, sea turtles, butterflies, and insects. It also houses many handcrafted items recovered from the Pandora shipwreck, which are of great historical significance.

Townsville · 11.8 km from Nelly Bay
Alma Bay

Alma Bay

2.7
Magnetic Island · 2.1 km from Nelly Bay
Magnetic Island National Park

Magnetic Island National Park

2.7
West Point · 3.6 km from Nelly Bay

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Great Barrier Reef
No. 6 of Best Things to Do in Queensland

Great Barrier Reef

7.7
4.6/5
940 reviews
Australia · Cairns
Book now for tomorrow
15% off
FromAED 677.04
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Magnetic Island: Lunchtime Sailing Cruise

Magnetic Island: Lunchtime Sailing Cruise

5.0/5
22 reviews

Departs from Nelly Bay

Free cancellationDuration: 4–6 hrs
FromAED 722.80
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4 days · Singapore - Ocean voyage - Singapore

4 days · Singapore - Ocean voyage - Singapore

4.6/5
2,104 reviews24,323 booked

Asia's first Disney cruise ship, bringing you the longest roller coaster at sea and a fireworks show.

Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Adventure
4
Depart from Singapore
From AED 1,341
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5 days · Singapore - Ocean voyage - Singapore

5 days · Singapore - Ocean voyage - Singapore

4.6/5
2,104 reviews16,767 booked

Book your Disney Adventure on Trip.com to get the best deals!

Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Adventure
4
Depart from Singapore
From AED 1,646
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Magnetic Island: History, Beaches & Wildlife Tour
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Magnetic Island: History, Beaches & Wildlife Tour

4.9/5
· 77 reviews
Duration: 5 hrs
Free cancellation
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77 consecutive positive reviews
FromAED 240.94
Magnetic Island: West Point Sunset Safari Bus Tour
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Magnetic Island: West Point Sunset Safari Bus Tour

5.0/5
· 18 reviews
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Free cancellation
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FromAED 317.71
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes with Tim Bee
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Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes with Tim Bee

5.0/5
· 10 reviews
Duration: 5 hrs
Free cancellation
FromAED 291.83
Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure Bus Tour
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Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure Bus Tour

4.8/5
· 22 reviews
Duration: 3.5 hrs
Free cancellation
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FromAED 316.89

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Nelly Bay Cruises

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33 days · Vancouver - United States - French Polynesia - New Zealand - Sydney

33 days · Vancouver - United States - French Polynesia - New Zealand - Sydney

4.5/5 · 17 reviews
Princess Cruises ·
Royal Princess4
Depart from Vancouver
From AED 9,739
9 days · Caribbean · Halifax - Saint Kitts and Nevis - Little Bay - Rodney Bay Village - Barbados

9 days · Caribbean · Halifax - Saint Kitts and Nevis - Little Bay - Rodney Bay Village - Barbados

Seabourn ·
Seabourn Venture4
Depart from Halifax
From AED 13,732
25 days · Caribbean · Halifax - North America - Oceania - South America - Rio de Janeiro

25 days · Caribbean · Halifax - North America - Oceania - South America - Rio de Janeiro

Seabourn ·
Seabourn Venture4
Depart from Halifax
From AED 49,584
15 days · Alaska · Vancouver - United States - Canada - Vancouver

15 days · Alaska · Vancouver - United States - Canada - Vancouver

Cruise Alaska and discover glacial fjords and polar wildlife
Seabourn ·
Seabourn Encore5
Depart from Vancouver
From AED 34,558
15 days · Vancouver - United States - Canada - Vancouver

15 days · Vancouver - United States - Canada - Vancouver

Seabourn ·
Seabourn Encore5
Depart from Vancouver
From AED 36,444
16 days · Vancouver - United States - Canada - Vancouver

16 days · Vancouver - United States - Canada - Vancouver

Seabourn ·
Seabourn Encore5
Depart from Vancouver
From AED 39,517
37 days · Vancouver - United States - Canada - Japan - Tokyo

37 days · Vancouver - United States - Canada - Japan - Tokyo

Seabourn ·
Seabourn Encore5
Depart from Vancouver
From AED 70,013
12 days · Caribbean · Miami - Jamaica - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Honduras - Belize - Miami

12 days · Caribbean · Miami - Jamaica - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Honduras - Belize - Miami

4.2/5 · 20 reviews · 7 booked
MSC Cruises ·
MSC Poesia4
Depart from Miami
From AED 3,843
Nelly Bay Today's weatherPartly cloudy 26-31℃
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Free things to do in Nelly Bay

Whitsunday Islands

Whitsunday Islands

7.5
4.6/5
66 reviews
Australia · Whitsundays

What travellers say about Nelly Bay

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JQKABBQApril 28, 2022
5.0
The culture center is full of museums and libraries. Different exhibitions are updated every once in a while. Staff will explain. If you have nothing to do, you can go to the library to read books and do homework. The internet speed is also good.

Queensland Museum Tropics | Townsville

Trip Moments in Nelly Bay

2026 Coral Spawning

2026 Coral Spawning

“Recently, the waters near Magnetic Island, Townsville, Australia, burst with life as millions of coral egg and sperm bundles were released simultaneously, rising slowly to the surface to create a spectacular scene resembling an "underwater blizzard," marking the official start of the annual Great Barrier Reef coral spawning season.”

@TravelEnthusiast · 4 days ago

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What are the recommended tours and excursions in Nelly Bay?

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Magnetic Island: History, Beaches & Wildlife Tour, Magnetic Island: West Point Sunset Safari Bus Tour, and Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes with Tim Bee. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 10, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Nelly Bay is around AED 240.94 – AED 317.71. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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