Day Trips

From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Return Ferry

Name: From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Return Ferry
Start: 2025-02-25T09:00:00
End: 2025-02-25T16:35:00
Location: Perth

Passengers enjoying the scenic view on the Rottnest Island Return Ferry from Perth or Fremantle, with the island's coastline in the background

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

Tourists on Rottnest Island Return Ferry from Perth, coastline visible in background.

Tourists on Segways exploring Rottnest Island with ferry in background from Perth or Fremantle.

Hop on a high-speed ferry from Fremantle and in less than 30 minutes, you'll be breathing in fresh ocean air at Rottnest Island.

Highlights

Reach Rottnest Island, a biodiverse natural reserve, in approx 30 mins with round-trip ferries departing from Fremantle.
This ferry is your gateway to an epic wildlife show! Spot New Zealand's fur seals, seabirds, seasonal humpback whales, and dolphins frolicking about.
Set your timetable on the island and explore as you wish. Visit the museum or lighthouse, go snorkeling, or even lounge on the white sandy beaches.
Rottnest Island’s blend of adventure, history, and natural beauty makes it a perfect destination for cycling enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking a peaceful escape.
Fun fact: Willem de Vlamingh stumbled upon the island in the 1600s and thought the quokkas were giant rats, hence the name "Rottnest" which translates to "rat's nest" in Dutch.

Inclusions

Self-paced day tour of Rottnest Island
Round-trip ferry transfers from Fremantle
Entry to Rottnest Island
Up to 7 hours to spend on the island
Bike hire at Rottnest Island (if option selected)
1-hour 45-minute guided AC bus tour on Rottnest Island (if option selected)
English-speaking guide (if option selected)
Guided tour of Oliver Hill gun fortification and tunnels (if option selected)
Ride on historic Captain Hussey Train to Oliver Hill (if option selected)
Visit Wadjemup Lighthouse, Jeannies Lookout, and Mabel Cove (if option selected)
Light lunch at Oliver Hill (sandwich wrap, cookie, water bottle) (if option selected)

Itinerary

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Naomi

5/5

Feb, 2025

Such a beautiful island to explore definitely needed more time then a day here but a truly great day exploring and seeing snippets of what we could of what the island has to offer.

Peter

5/5

Feb, 2025

Getting the tickets was so easy ,boarding the boat and touring the island was wonderful as we both hadn't been to Rotto for 40 years . Brilliant day of riding rewarded with the best Bakery cream bun in the world

Leanne

5/5

Feb, 2025

The guided tour was unbelievable the driver Nicky she was fantastic it was a very informative and enjoyable experience.

Graham

4/5

Feb, 2025

All staff were good and hepfull. Ticketing was easy. I was not aware of the Army histroy on Rottnest. This tour was great.

Sonia

5/5

Feb, 2025

Seeing the landscape and learning about the history. I also enjoyed the views on the bus tour and stopping to get closer to the shoreline.

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Your experience

Boarding points and facilities on board

Step aboard a high-speed ferry for an unforgettable day trip to Rottnest Island! These are same-day return ferry tickets departing from Fremantle. Enjoy the 25-minute ride to Rottnest Island. Make the best use of the flexibility of the daily schedule and the luggage storage available on the ferry.

What to do at Rottnest Island?

The best way to explore Rottnest Island is by bike -- go at your own pace as there's lots to visit. Kingstown Barracks, Oliver Hill Battery, and the Henrietta Rocks shipwreck locations should be on your itinerary, and keep an eye out for quokkas and other wildlife. Be sure to discover the many different bays and beaches. Just pick up the map for the island once you disembark and you're ready for your adventure!

Know before you go

Accessibility

Luggage storage facilities are available on the boat.
This experience is pram/stroller and wheelchair 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 before departure. If you are traveling 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 before departure after which the vessel gangways are removed to ensure that the vessel departs by the stated time.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.