Magnetic Island: Sunset Yacht Cruise with Drinks & Cheese

Summary

Magnetic Island sunset cruise with wine, cheese & local stories

You’ll sail around Magnetic Island on a luxury yacht as the sun sets, sipping unlimited wine or beer and tasting local cheese with homemade pumpkin chutney. With a local guide sharing stories and laughter on deck, you’ll catch those quiet moments when everything feels golden — and leave with more than just photos.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the color — that weird, soft gold you only get around Magnetic Island when the sun’s low and everything feels a bit slowed down. We’d just stepped onto the yacht and there was this salty tang in the air, not sharp, more like warm bread if that makes sense. Our guide, Dave (who grew up here), handed me a glass of white and grinned like he knew what was coming next. I probably looked nervous — I’m not usually a “yacht person” — but honestly, it felt easy straight away.

There’s something about sailing past those big granite boulders while the water goes all glassy at dusk. Dave pointed out a sea turtle just bobbing along (I almost missed it because I was too busy trying to pronounce “Nelly Bay” right). The Magnetic Island sunset really does sneak up on you; one minute you’re chatting over local cheese and this pumpkin chutney that tasted kind of sweet and earthy at once, then suddenly everyone’s quiet, just watching the sky turn orange and violet. Even the breeze seemed to hush for a second.

I still think about how simple it felt — no rush, nobody fussing over photos or anything. Just laughter drifting over the water (someone spilled their beer but nobody cared), soft music from somewhere near the bow, and that feeling you get when strangers start to feel familiar by accident. We sailed back in almost-darkness, cheeks warm from wine and sun, and I remember thinking I’d never quite look at sunsets the same way again. Or maybe I’d just had too much chutney…

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sunset cruise around Magnetic Island

• Board luxury yacht
• Sail Cleveland Bay waters
• Enjoy local cheese platter
• Sip wine or beer
• Watch Magnetic Island sunset

Top questions

Is food included on the Magnetic Island sunset cruise?

Yes, you get a local cheese platter served with homemade pumpkin chutney.

Are drinks unlimited during the Magnetic Island Sip & Sail?

Yes, unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks are included throughout the cruise.

Is there hotel pickup for this Magnetic Island cruise?

No hotel pickup is listed; boarding is directly at the yacht.

Can children join this Magnetic Island sunset cruise?

Yes, infants and small children can come along in a pram or stroller.

Are service animals allowed on board?

Yes, service animals are allowed during the cruise.

How long does the Magnetic Island sunset yacht cruise last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but covers sailing during sunset hours.

What’s included in the price of this sunset cruise?

The price includes light refreshments, unlimited drinks (beer/wine/soft drinks), and environmental management fees.

What’s included

Your evening includes sailing aboard a luxury yacht around Magnetic Island at sunset with unlimited beer, wine or soft drinks plus a platter of local cheeses served with Pilgrim’s homemade pumpkin chutney; all environmental management charges are covered too so you can just relax on deck until it’s time to head back in.