1300 Meteor for 4WD, Minibus and Car Hire Magnetic Island!
Need car hire on Magnetic Island? 1300 Meteor Rentals offers cars, SUVs, 4WDs, minibuses, and trailers. Just 8km off the coast from Townsville, Maggie is full of nature and history to explore.
Things to do on Magnetic Island
Want to take it easy? Chill out on one of the island’s 23 beaches and bays, grab a bite from local pubs or restaurants, or treat yourself with a massage or beauty treatment. If you're after more action, there’s plenty too: go for a jet ski ride, try paddle boarding, snorkel or dive, or head out on a sailing trip.
We reckon the sunset sail with Big Mama Sailing is a must-do. Into hiking or history? The walking tracks around the WWII Forts offer great views and a bit of local history too. For something different, check out the Stage Door Theatre Restaurant at Arcadia Bay or pop into some local art galleries.
And don’t miss Bungalow Bay Koala Park, perfect for seeing Aussie wildlife up close.
Free Airport Collection
Flying into Townsville? Book your car hire for Magnetic Island with 1300 Meteor Rentals and get free airport pick-up and drop-off during business hours.
Getting to Maggie
Pick up and return your vehicle at our Townsville depot, it’s just around the corner from the airport and about a 10-minute drive to the Magnetic Island Ferry terminal.
All our vehicles are allowed on Magnetic Island (*conditions apply). Just book your car, ute, or 4WD with 1300 Meteor Rentals, then head to magneticislandferries.com.au to book your barge time.
If you’re booking a people mover (more than 5 seats) or one of our moving trucks, you’ll need to contact Magnetic Island Ferries directly to make your ferry booking: (07) 4796 9300 or hello@magneticislandferries.com.au to book.
Ferry guidelines:
Vehicles 5.5m and under: Max weight 2.5t
Vehicles 5.6m–6m: Max weight 3t
If your vehicle is heavier, it will be reclassified and priced as a campervan or truck. These bookings need to be made directly with the ferry office and can't be done online.
All fares include up to five passengers who must remain in the vehicle while boarding and exiting the ferry.
Road use and conditions
No beach driving is allowed.
Cars and minivans must stick to sealed roads (except detours for official roadworks).
4x2 utes, trucks and vans are okay on well-graded unsealed roads.
4x4s can be used off-road (excluding beaches).
Keep in mind: damage from underbody impact or water immersion is not covered and is the renter's responsibility.
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