Magnetic Palm Islands Rent-A-Yacht - a new bareboat horizon

by Magnetic Palm Islands Rent-A-Yacht on 22 Jan 2002 Pristine coral islands all to yourself - is what you get when you charter a bareboat with Magnetic Palm Islands Rent-a-Yacht and sail The Palm Island Group in North Queensland. These rich and varied islands boast 300 days of sunshine per year and a cruising area protected by a chain of lush tropical islands.

Your charter holiday starts at Townsvilles Breakwater Marina, truly one of the most picturesque marina locations in Queensland. From here you can island hop all the way north starting at Magnetic Island. 'Maggie' has a permenent population of 2500 people and offers a variety of activities, bush walks, resorts, restaurants, supermarkets and fabulous swimming beaches. Carrying on northwards the Palm Island chain beckons you. If you can resist the call there are four coral-fringed uninhabited islands to visit on your passage north.

Lying just south of Hinchinbrook Island, the Palm Group is made up of over 12 islands including Orpheus, Pelorus, Fantome, Curacoa and Great Palm. Only 2 islands are permanently inhabited. This island chain delights it's visitors with crystal clear waters and soft sandy swimming beaches. The islands are spectacularly beautiful. Lush rainforest, gorgeous beaches, aboriginal culture, spectacular coral reefs and fascinating historic ruins make this one of Australia's most exciting sailing holiday destinations.

The Palm Group offer fantastic diving and snorkeling opportunities. They are renowned for their unspoiled fringing reefs and there is an amazing variety of coral species along this stretch of the Barrier Reef. Orpheus Island hosts a Marine research station which welcomes visitors and a 5 star resort.

Throughout the cruising area the bird life is prolific and there are regular sightings of turtles, dolphins, whales, sea eagles and dugong. Koalas and Wallabies are a common sight along the numerous trails through the national park on Magnetic Island.

These islands are very lightly visited so remain pristine and completely uncrowded. Visiting sailors can expect to have most bays and islands to themselves. Weeks can go by without a single human footprint being left on some beaches. It is the ideal private holiday. The Palm Group is the realisation of that dream image of the deserted tropical island.

If you have chartered before with any yacht charter company or have had suitable experience on a private yacht, chances are you are ready to charter with Magnetic Palm Islands Rent-a-Yacht and set sail for the Palm Group for the adventure of a lifetime.

Enquiries:
Magnetic Palm Islands Rent-a-Yacht
150 Gifford St
Magnetic Island
Qld 4819
Phone 07 4778 5644
Email info@miray.com.au
Website www.miray.com.au