Guided Tours

Rottnest Island Guided Bus Tour with Return Ferry

Name: Rottnest Island Guided Bus Tour with Return Ferry
Start: 2025-03-30T09:00:00
End: 2025-03-30T16:35:00
Location: Perth

Rottnest Island guided bus tour with ferry, featuring scenic coastal views, Perth, Australia.

Group of tourists enjoying a sunny day on the Rottnest Island Guided Bus Tour, with a return ferry visible in the background, departing from Perth or Fremantle

Tourists on Rottnest Island bus tour with coastline view, return ferry docked in Perth or Fremantle.

Tourists on a guided bus tour at Rottnest Island with return ferry in background, day trip from Perth.

Take a guided tour of Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers from Perth or Fremantle and visit all the must-see locations of the island.

Enjoy the tranquility and soak up epic Indian Ocean views as you set sail for Rottnest Island, a wildlife wonderland just a ferry hop away, round-trip transfers included.

See adorable quokkas and the variety of wildlife that calls Rottnest Island home on the bus tour through the island as your guide tells you more about them.

History buffs, unite! Dive into the rich heritage of Rottnest by visiting memorials at the Rottnest Museum, Lomas Cottage, and the Pilot Boathouse.

Beyond the famous quokkas, you’ll encounter a wide range of wildlife, including peacocks, bats, and birds. You may even spot a fur seal or two.

Fun fact: Rottnest was called "Rotte Nest" by Dutch explorers who mistook quokkas for giant rats.

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1-hour 45-minute guided AC bus tour on Rottnest Island

English-speaking guide

Entry to Rottnest Island

Round-trip ferry transfers from Perth, Hillarys, or Fremantle (as per option selected)

Free time to spend on island

Snorkel equipment

Bike rental

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Guests from United Kingdom, Malaysia, New Zealand and over 8 countries have loved this experience
Bruce
5/5
Jun, 2024
Smooth boat ride. Awesome bus trip around the island. Tour guide was informative, refreshing & funny. He was very knowledgeable. The island was clean. Just a shame the train wasn't running. Very worth the trip. Thanks Rottnest ❤️
Daryl
5/5
May, 2024
Ticketing was a Little cumbersome .... as we were traveling with friends who wanted to get on the same tour but they were unable as they were booked out .... but talking to the agent at the dock we were able to get on a later guided tour .... unable to do on website But Richard our guide was fantastic and very relaxed about his presentation which we thoroughly enjoyed
Denise
4/5
Jun, 2024
Was a good day out abit rainy but overall nice to see. Shame there isn't more shopping opportunities.
Shirley
5/5
Mar, 2025
I enjoy the view, the bus tour guide did the fantastic job and the beach vibe, swimming that my family so much had fun and love. My kids excited and enjoy seing the quakka too. What a great family bonding we experience. Thanks for the very welcoming and hospitable staff on board😊.
Kylie
5/5
Mar, 2025
We loved our bus driver, Ted. He was engaging, funny, knowledgeable about the island and really helpful to boot. The bus was comfortable and we loved being able to see the entire island in air conditioning as the day was quite warm. We also loved that we were back with plenty of time to explore the island in our own time before we needed to board the ferry back to Fremantle.
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Rottnest Island: Your wildlife & beach adventure

Escape to Rottnest Island, a car-free paradise just off the coast of Perth. There are around 63 pristine beaches, each a haven for swimming, snorkeling, or simply soaking up the sun. Crystal-clear waters and soft sand beckon, but Rottnest offers more than just a beach escape. Hop on the spacious comfortable AC bus that takes you to the beautiful sceneries of the island. During the 1-hour 45-minute tour, you will visit the island’s most iconic locations.

Spot one of the cutest marsupials on Earth

Become a wildlife enthusiast! Keep your eyes peeled for the island's quirky stars, the quokkas. These adorable marsupials with their signature smiles will steal your heart. Explore the island's history with the local guide. Learn about Rottnest's indigenous heritage, its role in military history, and its connection to the sea. Head toWadjemup Lighthouse for panoramic views or soak in the breathtaking vistas from the West End lookout. Choose a comfortable ferry transfer from Perth or Fremantle.

Accessibility

Luggage storage facilities are available on the boat.

This experience is pram/stroller accessible

What's not allowed

Single pieces of luggage up to 22kg and no larger than 800mm x 500mm x 400mm can be stowed in the vessels’ luggage crates.

Single carry-on items must be no larger than 600mm x 400mm x 300mm.

1 piece of luggage is permitted per person. Additional luggage will incur an excess luggage charge.

Additional information

Guide dogs are allowed onboard. However, as Rottnest Island is an A-Class reserve you should contact the rangers there for further advice on service dog allowance.

All passengers must arrive at the terminal at least 30 minutes prior to departure. If you are travelling with no luggage or freight and have e-tickets or QR codes, please make your way straight to the boarding gate. Final Boarding is 5 minutes prior to departure after which the vessel gangways are removed to ensure that the vessel departs by the stated time.

Bicycles must be collected on the island by an Adult (18+) and must be returned to Pedal and Flipper by closing time on the same day.

You can see the ferry time-table here

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Boarding point

Please check your final voucher for boarding point details and specific instructions.