Top Fremantle Outdoor Activities

Get a comprehensive overview of Rottnest Island on this full-day tour from Fremantle. Discover the beautiful flora and fauna of the island, which is classified as a reserve, including the famous quokka. Explore the beautiful beaches, lush forests, tranquil lakes via the bus tour and historic train. This full-day tour includes the ferry from Fremantle and all of the guided tours around the island.

Enjoy a hassle-free way to experience the best of Rottnest Island on this full-day trip. Travel to Rottnest by ferry from either Perth or Fremantle, then embark on a sightseeing tour of the island by coach. While listening to your guide’s narration, check out landmarks including the West End and Wadjemup Lighthouse. Then, have free time to explore the car-free island at your leisure, and see the sights that interest you most.

See some of Perth’s top sights from the water on a leisurely Swan River cruise. As you depart the city center, admire Perth riverfront attractions like the Bell Tower and Kings Park, and glide past pretty suburbs to reach Fremantle, located where the river meets the Indian Ocean. Choose a departure time when booking.

Rottnest Island is widely regarded as one of Western Australia’s treasures, with numerous white sandy beaches, secluded bays, abundant wildlife and fascinating history. Hop on the ferry from Fremantle to Rottnest Island and enjoy free time to explore the coast, walking trails, car-free roads and historical sites at leisure, before returning on the afternoon ferry to the mainland.

Enjoy an easy way to visit Rottnest Island—known for its white-sand beaches, secluded bays, and scenic bike paths—with this convenient sightseeing package. After taking a ferry trip from Perth or Fremantle, explore at your leisure with an included bike rental. Follow scenic trails, spot pink salt lakes, and upgrade to include a snorkel rental. After a full day out, take a return ferry to your original departure point.

A piece of paradise in the Indian Ocean just off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island is a favorite day trip getaway due to its white-sand beaches, isolated turquoise bays, biking paths and vehicle-free environment. Travel to the island on the high-speed ferry from either Perth or Fremantle—make your choice when booking. Then spend your time on the island however you please before returning the same day by ferry. Popular activities include snorkeling, biking and looking for quokkas, the resident wildlife.

Rottnest Island is home to some of Western Australia’s most beautiful birdlife, flora, and fauna, but this protected nature reserve’s remote location makes access challenging. On this tour, reach the island with park fees and round-trip ferry tickets included, and explore in comfort by air-conditioned bus. Spin to top attractions including Cape Vlamingh, Henrietta Rocks, and the Wadjemup lighthouse, and admire uninterrupted coastal views from the lookout at Cathedral Rocks.

Skydive over WA's favourite holiday island and travel there in style by ferry. TANDEM SKYDIVE WITH GERONIMO INCLUDES:  *Same day return adult ferry ticket, ex B-Shed Fremantle * Stunning flight to altitude over Rottnest Island with views of Perth City and WA coastline beyond * Exhilarating up to 66 seconds of free fall time with your experienced Skydive Instructor * 5 minute parachute ride with unobstructed views of the island * Beach landing on one of Australia’s most beautiful beaches * Share your experience instantly with your friends (requires purchase of optional video packages)

See more of Rottnest Island by touring by bike, a fun way to get active and enjoy the great outdoors. This ferry and bike package makes biking easy when you’re traveling away from home without your own bike. Cross from Fremantle to the island by ferry and pick up your bike on the other side, with a free fitting service included.

Fremantle must be the most perfect location for an electric bike tour in Australia, with an abundance of bike lanes, leafy streets and history. The other thing about Fremantle is that it is relatively spread out, so to see all of the sites and get an appreciation of the area you really need a bike. Perth Electric Bike Tours is run in conjunction with our shop Perth Electric Bikes, right in the heart of Freo at the corner of Adelaide and Point streets. This means that we have an a large selection of new and perfectly maintained electric bikes and all the appropriate safety gear. Riding an electric bike is as easy as riding a regular bike, but without the effort, any level of fitness can do this tour.

Rottnest Island is home to skydiving centers but is located about half an hour from the coast on the water. This full-day skydiving trip includes tickets for round-trip ferry service from Freemantle, roughly half an hour from central Perth by car. After the ferry trip, hop aboard a plane, tighten your harness, and start your freefall skydiving experience.

Travel from Perth to Fremantle or vice versa on a relaxing Swan River cruise. You’ll glide along the river, admiring the waterfront scenery of Perth’s downtown skyline, upscale suburbs, and yacht clubs. Drinks may be purchased from the onboard bar. Plus, choose from several departure times to best suit your schedule.

You will participate in one of the world's best team-based virtual reality experiences. Blending the escape room concept with a full 3D cinematic experience to deliver a unique, immersive and mind-blowing adventure lasting ~40-50 minutes. In groups of 2, 3, 4 you will embark on a mind-blowing virtual reality time travel adventure, where you will work together to solve the mission. Each player has their own dedicated room - you will join each other in the virtual world where you talk to each other, walk around, bend, throw objects and collaborate to solve the mission. Guaranteed no motion sickness unlike inferior VR experiences (e.g. ones where you are sitting down or using poor quality VR headsets). Fun for all ages (no gore or horror) - friends, families (ages 8+), birthday parties, kids’ parties, hens/bucks nights, school groups and corporate team building.

Enjoy two dives, snorkels or a day relaxing on Blue Destiny's 68ft Catamaran at Perth's underwater playground, Rottnest Island Western Australia. Beautiful limestone reefs covered in soft corals, lots of fish life and a wonderful day out on the boat, only 45 minutes from Fremantle.

Every spring, Perth and the surrounding countryside fills with carpets of colorful flowers and orchids in one of the greatest displays of wildflowers in the world. Led by a passionate wildflower expert and photographer, this private tour will take you to some of the best wildflower-spotting sites around the city and in the countryside. There is also the option to go on a full-day wildflower road trip out through the Central Wheatbelt.

A visit is more than an AXE-perience, it's an ultimate destination for your next day out. You'll learn how to hurl hatches with tip from your AXE-pert coaches who'll turn you into an axe throwing pro in no time. Test your skills and challenge your friends and family in a rush of friendly competition, all in a safe and immersive environment. Perfect for adventure seekers, families with children over 11, and groups looking for an unforgettable hands-on activity. As Australia's first and largest urban axe throwing company with 11 venues nationwide, you're in expert hands for memories that will last long after the final throw.

See Rottnest Island from the water on this day trip that includes a high-speed wildlife boat ride. Travel to the island—a favorite local getaway due to its secluded beaches and relaxing environment—by high-speed ferry from Perth or Fremantle. Then embark on a thrilling ride to look for seals, dolphins, sea birds, and other marine life. Afterward, you have free time on the island to explore independently—rent a bike or go swimming off one of the white-sand beaches.

End a busy day in Fremantle with a relaxing sunset cruise aboard Charter 1, a cheerful yellow catamaran. Timed to coincide with the sunset, you’ll enjoy the changing colors of the sky off the coast of Fremantle while sipping on a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. This is an ideal activity to enjoy with your significant other or a group of friends.

Just off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island’s colorful coral reefs, amazing marine life and incredible limestone caves are a haven for scuba divers and snorkelers. Leaving from Fremantle, this diving and snorkelling day trip offers two dives (one air cylinder supplied), lunch, soft drinks, and snacks, along with a tender for snorkeling adventures. Note, this trip doesn’t stop on the island, but you can be dropped off (fees apply).

The towering limestone cliffs of Swan River's Blackwall Reach were an important and sacred place to the first Australians. Discover them on this fascinating tour from East Fremantle, with a guide to help you get to know the basics and introduce the history, culture, geography, and botany of the area. Double kayaks, life jackets, and paddles are included, while you'll wrap up with a hot drink too.

We run all of our courses in small groups with a personal service. All of our courses are all inclusive with no hidden fees. Our boat trip to Rottnest Island is a private boat trip with only 6 divers and your own dive guide.

Journey through Perth's history on this self-guided adventure featuring swashbuckling pirate legends and maritime mysteries. Your smartphone transforms a regular walk into an epic quest, with historical puzzles, fascinating stories, and clever challenges at every stop. Each location brings history to life — from ancient landmarks to hidden historical details you'd walk right past without the app. Solve challenges to unlock the next chapter of Perth's story. This 1–2 hour private adventure runs 24/7. No guide needed — just your smartphone and a sense of curiosity. Available in 5+ languages.

Your Rottnest Island Day Trip includes 2 Deep Boat Dives minimum 30 metres. You must be a qualified diver (minimum Advanced) to attend this activity. Blue Destiny DO NOT provide dive guides, however, one can be allocated by advance booking. If you're an experienced and confident diver you will be allocated a buddy to dive with (if you're travelling on your own) or you're welcome to dive with your friends (if travelling in a pair/group). We will endeavour to pair you with a diver of similar experience and equipment configuration (i.e. rebreather, twins/sidemount or single), however, this cannot be guaranteed so if you're travelling alone please be flexible.