Day Trips

Rottnest Island Return Ferry from Perth/Fremantle/Hillarys

Name: Rottnest Island Return Ferry from Perth/Fremantle/Hillarys
Start: 2025-01-25T07:30:00
End: 2025-01-25T16:30:00
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 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

Itinerary

cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Mark

5/5

Jan, 2025

The compassion shown by the captain of the boat in relation to the accident we witnessed. Also, the helpfulness of the staff.

Philip

5/5

Jan, 2025

Nice view of Perth CBD and the Swan River, and a good, comfortable way to get to Rottnest Island. The ferry staff were very friendly and helpful.

David

5/5

Jan, 2025

I recently took the ferry to Rottnest Island, and the experience was fantastic! The crew were incredibly lovely and welcoming, making the trip even more enjoyable. The seats were comfortable, and we departed right on time. The crossing itself was smooth and stress-free, thanks to the professionalism of the well-oiled team. I couldn’t have asked for a better start to my Rottnest Island adventure!

Catherine

5/5

Jan, 2025

had a great day all round. boat ride went smoothly, had an interesting walk round museum and buses were on time so got back to boat in plenty of time.

Heerak

5/5

Jan, 2025

The whole experience was fascinating, starting from the ferry ride to our stay for couple of hours in the Island. Specially our interaction with volunteer whome we met at west end .. she was amazing

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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, Fremantle, or Hillarys. 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. If Hillarys is your boarding point of choice, enjoy a 45-minute ride to the island while taking in the blue waters of the Indian Ocean. 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.