Day Trips

Rottnest Island Return Ferry from Perth/Fremantle/Hillarys

Name: Rottnest Island Return Ferry from Perth/Fremantle/Hillarys
Start: 2024-11-25T08:30:00
End: 2024-11-25T18:00:00
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

Group of tourists enjoying a guided bus tour on Rottnest Island with a return ferry visible in the background, a unique day trip from Perth or Fremantle

Tourists enjoying a sunny day on the Rottnest Island Return Ferry from Perth or Fremantle, with a view of the island's coastline in the background

Group of tourists enjoying a Segway tour on Rottnest Island, with a return ferry from Perth or Fremantle in the background

Hop on a high-speed ferry from Perth, Fremantle, or Hillarys 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 Perth, Fremantle, or Hillarys..
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 Perth, Fremantle, or Hillarys (based on option selected)
Luggage storage
Entry to Rottnest Island
7.5 hours to spend on island as needed

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Nicola

3/5

Nov, 2024

No issues. A smooth transition to the island. Pretty standard experience and was what I expected. Thought the cost of the trip was over priced though.. Good instructions to get there.

4/5

Nov, 2024

Ticketing was easy and efficient. Rottnest Island is beautiful , but you don't need 7,5 hours there. The ferry is very nice, service people too.

Narrelle

4/5

Oct, 2024

The get on and off buses were great for people who can't walk a great distant. The only complaint we're The damn flies. Could of warned people that they were are problem and came better protected.

Amanda

3/5

Oct, 2024

I booked ticked and was advised I would have the tickets within 30 min I tried to call as I hadn't received them after 2 hours got no answer so did live chat x 2 tickets arrived in my email about 8 hours after booking. When we got to the venue our tickets advised 9.30am boat that supplier does have a boat at that time and we were put in the 9am boat our tickets clearly stated 9.30 lucky they could put us in the 9.45. I was very disappointed in the after purchase service and would not use this service provider again. You should be able to contact someone other than an automated chat service which couldn't provide me with any information. I would be happy for someone to contact me regarding my feedback.

Wendy

3/5

Oct, 2024

The ticket redemption process was not smooth. Once we got to the ferry we had to go back to sea link office where we were handed printed tickets with no return time stated on them. The ferry was fully booked so we had to call sea link office from Rottnest to find out which return ferry we were booked on. The day was actually brilliant and the ferry staff were friendly and helpful but in future I'd book direct with sea link and would recommend others do the same.

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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 Perth or Fremantle. The environmentally-friendly vessel takes you on a scenic Swan River cruise past Fremantle and to the island when you board from Perth. If you board 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.