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Rottnest Island Tours

Discover Rottnest Island’s best with guided tours, scenic bike hires, thrilling skydives, and even luxury seafood cruises. With ferry transfers from Perth, Fremantle, and Hillarys, you can explore the island’s beaches, history, and underwater beauty with ease. Perfect for all types of adventurers, Rottnest Island has something for everyone.
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Slide 1 of 8, Tourists on a bus tour at Rottnest Island with coastline view, Perth or Fremantle return ferry.
Tourists on a bus tour at Rottnest Island with coastline view, Perth or Fremantle return ferry.

From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Guided Bus Tour with Return Ferry

7 hrs 30 mins - 8 hrs
Transfers available
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  • Travel from Fremantle with round-trip ferry transfers and entry to Rottnest Island, starting your guided bus adventure seamlessly.

  • Enjoy a 1-hour 45-minute bus tour with live commentary, covering iconic beaches, bays, wildlife, and hidden island gems.

  • Stop at Thomson Bay or Cape Vlamingh to see friendly quokkas, perfect for selfies and up-close wildlife encounters.

  • View The Basin’s natural swimming pool and drive along scenic beaches, bays, and cliffs with optional short photo stops.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour WWII tunnels at Oliver Hill, ride the Captain Hussey Train, and enjoy a light lunch with sandwich, cookie, and water.

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  • Travel from Fremantle with round-trip ferry transfers and entry to Rottnest Island, starting your guided bus adventure seamlessly.

  • Enjoy a 1-hour 45-minute bus tour with live commentary, covering iconic beaches, bays, wildlife, and hidden island gems.

  • Stop at Thomson Bay or Cape Vlamingh to see friendly quokkas, perfect for selfies and up-close wildlife encounters.

  • View The Basin’s natural swimming pool and drive along scenic beaches, bays, and cliffs with optional short photo stops.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour WWII tunnels at Oliver Hill, ride the Captain Hussey Train, and enjoy a light lunch with sandwich, cookie, and water.

from
AU$125.50
Slide 1 of 12, Rottnest Express ferry creating a wake, with Rottnest Island and lighthouse visible in the distance.
Rottnest Express ferry creating a wake, with Rottnest Island and lighthouse visible in the distance.

From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Return Ferry with Bike or Bus Tour Options

8 hrs
Transfers available
  • Explore Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers from Fremantle, island entry, and up to 7 hours of self-guided exploration.
  • Spot friendly quokkas at Thomson Bay, then cool off at The Basin’s natural swimming pool, best enjoyed before 11am.
  • Climb 38 m to Wadjemup Lighthouse for panoramic views and explore WWII tunnels and historic gun fortifications at Oliver Hill Battery.
  • Upgrade your self-guided Rottnest experience with bike hire, snorkel hire, or a guided bus tour for a richer island experience.
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  • Explore Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers from Fremantle, island entry, and up to 7 hours of self-guided exploration.
  • Spot friendly quokkas at Thomson Bay, then cool off at The Basin’s natural swimming pool, best enjoyed before 11am.
  • Climb 38 m to Wadjemup Lighthouse for panoramic views and explore WWII tunnels and historic gun fortifications at Oliver Hill Battery.
  • Upgrade your self-guided Rottnest experience with bike hire, snorkel hire, or a guided bus tour for a richer island experience.
from
AU$64
Slide 1 of 12, Ferry cruising on clear blue waters during Rottnest Island day trip from Fremantle.
Ferry cruising on clear blue waters during Rottnest Island day trip from Fremantle.

From Perth: Rottnest Island Guided Bus Tour with Return Ferry

7 hrs 30 mins - 9 hrs 30 mins
Transfers available
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  • Kick off your Rottnest trip from central Perth with scenic ferry transfers and island entry.

  • Join a 1-hour 45-minute air-conditioned bus tour with live commentary, exploring beaches, bays, wildlife, and hidden island gems.

  • Stop at Thomson Bay or Cape Vlamingh to meet friendly quokkas, ideal for selfies and close-up encounters.

  • See The Basin’s natural swimming pool and take in views along secluded beaches, bays, and cliffs, with optional short stops.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour of Oliver Hill’s WWII tunnels, ride the Captain Hussey Train, and enjoy a light lunch with a sandwich, cookie, and bottled water.

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  • Kick off your Rottnest trip from central Perth with scenic ferry transfers and island entry.

  • Join a 1-hour 45-minute air-conditioned bus tour with live commentary, exploring beaches, bays, wildlife, and hidden island gems.

  • Stop at Thomson Bay or Cape Vlamingh to meet friendly quokkas, ideal for selfies and close-up encounters.

  • See The Basin’s natural swimming pool and take in views along secluded beaches, bays, and cliffs, with optional short stops.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour of Oliver Hill’s WWII tunnels, ride the Captain Hussey Train, and enjoy a light lunch with a sandwich, cookie, and bottled water.

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AU$169.50
Slide 1 of 10, Small red boat in turquoise water near a lighthouse and island.
Small red boat in turquoise water near a lighthouse and island.

From Perth: Rottnest Island Return Ferry with Swan River Commentary

9 hrs 30 mins
Transfers available
  • Explore Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers from Fremantle, island entry, and up to 7 hours of self-guided exploration.
  • Enjoy up-close quokka encounters at Thomson Bay and cool off in The Basin before crowds arrive.
  • Take in Rottnest Island from Wadjemup Lighthouse, then learn history at Oliver Hill Battery with its tunnels and fortifications.
  • Upgrade your experience with bike hire to explore Rottnest at your own pace, or join the guided bus tour for wildlife and history.
More details
  • Explore Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers from Fremantle, island entry, and up to 7 hours of self-guided exploration.
  • Enjoy up-close quokka encounters at Thomson Bay and cool off in The Basin before crowds arrive.
  • Take in Rottnest Island from Wadjemup Lighthouse, then learn history at Oliver Hill Battery with its tunnels and fortifications.
  • Upgrade your experience with bike hire to explore Rottnest at your own pace, or join the guided bus tour for wildlife and history.
from
AU$107.50
Slide 1 of 10, Tourists on a bus tour at Rottnest Island with coastline view, Perth or Fremantle return ferry.
Tourists on a bus tour at Rottnest Island with coastline view, Perth or Fremantle return ferry.

From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Bike & Return Ferry Tour

8 hrs
Transfers available
  • Explore Rottnest Island with return ferry transfers from Fremantle, island entry, and a full-day bike hire to explore beaches and wildlife at your own pace.
  • Cycle past Thomson Bay, home to Rottnest’s famous quokkas, and enjoy plenty of chances for close-up encounters and photos.
  • Pedal to The Basin for a swim in calm turquoise waters, then continue inland to Wadjemup Lighthouse for 360° island views and maritime history.
  • Cycle to Oliver Hill Battery to explore WWII tunnels and gun emplacements, then follow marked trails linking hidden bays and historic sites at your own pace.
More details
  • Explore Rottnest Island with return ferry transfers from Fremantle, island entry, and a full-day bike hire to explore beaches and wildlife at your own pace.
  • Cycle past Thomson Bay, home to Rottnest’s famous quokkas, and enjoy plenty of chances for close-up encounters and photos.
  • Pedal to The Basin for a swim in calm turquoise waters, then continue inland to Wadjemup Lighthouse for 360° island views and maritime history.
  • Cycle to Oliver Hill Battery to explore WWII tunnels and gun emplacements, then follow marked trails linking hidden bays and historic sites at your own pace.
from
AU$101.50
Slide 1 of 10, Group cycling towards Wadjemup Lighthouse on Rottnest Island, Western Australia.
Group cycling towards Wadjemup Lighthouse on Rottnest Island, Western Australia.

From Perth: Rottnest Island Bike & Guided Return Ferry Tour

9 hrs 30 mins
Transfers available
  • Explore Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers from Perth, island entry, and up to 7 hours of cycling at your own pace.
  • Cycle through Thomson Bay to meet friendly quokkas and stop at The Basin to swim or relax in its calm turquoise waters.
  • Climb Wadjemup Lighthouse for panoramic island views, then explore Oliver Hill Battery with its WWII tunnels and historic fortifications.
  • Use your bike hire to explore the island at your own pace along scenic trails, hidden coves, and historic sites for a full-day adventure.
More details
  • Explore Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers from Perth, island entry, and up to 7 hours of cycling at your own pace.
  • Cycle through Thomson Bay to meet friendly quokkas and stop at The Basin to swim or relax in its calm turquoise waters.
  • Climb Wadjemup Lighthouse for panoramic island views, then explore Oliver Hill Battery with its WWII tunnels and historic fortifications.
  • Use your bike hire to explore the island at your own pace along scenic trails, hidden coves, and historic sites for a full-day adventure.
from
AU$167.50
Slide 1 of 12, Snorkelers in clear waters near rocky shore, Perth/Fremantle tour.
Snorkelers in clear waters near rocky shore, Perth/Fremantle tour.

From Perth/ Fremantle: Rottnest Island Snorkel Tour with Return Ferry

Explore at your pace
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  • Explore Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers, snorkel gear, and optional bike hire for a flexible land-and-sea adventure.

  • Cruise from Perth or Fremantle, with Perth departures including a scenic Swan River journey and onboard commentary.

  • Snorkel in Rottnest’s crystal-clear bays, spotting vibrant marine life and coral reefs at spots like The Basin and Parakeet Bay.

  • Upgrade to include bike hire with helmet and lock, making it easy to explore more of Rottnest Island at your own pace.

More details

  • Explore Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers, snorkel gear, and optional bike hire for a flexible land-and-sea adventure.

  • Cruise from Perth or Fremantle, with Perth departures including a scenic Swan River journey and onboard commentary.

  • Snorkel in Rottnest’s crystal-clear bays, spotting vibrant marine life and coral reefs at spots like The Basin and Parakeet Bay.

  • Upgrade to include bike hire with helmet and lock, making it easy to explore more of Rottnest Island at your own pace.

from
AU$123.50
Slide 1 of 9, Segway riders on Rottnest Island near a coastal lighthouse.
Segway riders on Rottnest Island near a coastal lighthouse.

From Perth/Fremantle: Rottnest Island Segway Tour with Return Ferry

7 hrs 58 mins - 9 hrs 25 mins
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  • Board your ferry from Perth or Fremantle, enjoy island entry, and kick off a guided Segway adventure.
  • Glide Rottnest’s coastline on a segway tour, led by an experienced guide with headset commentary.
  • Spot friendly quokkas at Thomson Bay and glide along Rottnest’s coastline, passing beaches, bays, and scenic viewpoints.
  • Pick your ferry departure—Perth for a longer scenic ride, or Fremantle for a shorter, quicker crossing.
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  • Board your ferry from Perth or Fremantle, enjoy island entry, and kick off a guided Segway adventure.
  • Glide Rottnest’s coastline on a segway tour, led by an experienced guide with headset commentary.
  • Spot friendly quokkas at Thomson Bay and glide along Rottnest’s coastline, passing beaches, bays, and scenic viewpoints.
  • Pick your ferry departure—Perth for a longer scenic ride, or Fremantle for a shorter, quicker crossing.
from
AU$188
Slide 1 of 10, Person with a bike on Rottnest Island overlooking the ocean during a guided bus tour.
Person with a bike on Rottnest Island overlooking the ocean during a guided bus tour.

Rottnest Island Ferry and Bike Day Trip

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  • If you depart from Perth, a quick ferry whisks you up the Swan River to Rottnest Island, a tranquil escape. Buckle up for a full-day cycling adventure exploring this scenic gem!
  • Pack a picnic lunch and explore pristine beaches like the Basin and Parakeet Bay, then head towards the West End for stunning coastal views.
  • For a spectacular view over Pinky Beach, the short climb up to the Bathurst Lighthouse is well worth it to see Rottnest’s beaches stretching in every direction.
  • Keep your eyes peeled for turtles, playful pods of dolphins, and, if you're lucky, majestic humpback whales on their annual migration.
  • Fun fact: Snap a selfie with a Quokka, the friendly marsupial indigenous to Rottnest Island, dubbed 'the world's happiest animal'.
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  • If you depart from Perth, a quick ferry whisks you up the Swan River to Rottnest Island, a tranquil escape. Buckle up for a full-day cycling adventure exploring this scenic gem!
  • Pack a picnic lunch and explore pristine beaches like the Basin and Parakeet Bay, then head towards the West End for stunning coastal views.
  • For a spectacular view over Pinky Beach, the short climb up to the Bathurst Lighthouse is well worth it to see Rottnest’s beaches stretching in every direction.
  • Keep your eyes peeled for turtles, playful pods of dolphins, and, if you're lucky, majestic humpback whales on their annual migration.
  • Fun fact: Snap a selfie with a Quokka, the friendly marsupial indigenous to Rottnest Island, dubbed 'the world's happiest animal'.
from
AU$124

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Person smiling with a quokka on Rottnest Island during a ferry and adventure boat tour.

Rottnest Island Tours

Discover Rottnest Island’s best with guided tours, scenic bike hires, thrilling skydives, and even luxury seafood cruises. With ferry transfers from Perth, Fremantle, and Hillarys, you can explore the island’s beaches, history, and underwater beauty with ease. Perfect for all types of adventurers, Rottnest Island has something for everyone.

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    Patricia F

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    The scenery, the landscape, and just the rugged landscape of the island. Anybody who is spending time on the west needs to do this day trip to Rottnest from Perth. Get a bike and do the lap.

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