Top Perth Water Tours

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.

Discover Western Australia's oldest wine region on this full-day tour of the Swan Valley from Perth. Be guided through a wine tasting and then Indulge in shared platter lunch, as you cruise down the Swan River. Then, transition to a coach to tour two Swan Valley wineries and a brewery, indulge your sweet tooth with a visit to a chocolate showroom.

Whilst you are visiting Perth, it is a must to take a cruise along the Swan River. The 2.5-hour Swan River cruise allows you to see the wonderful sights that can only be viewed from the river, as you cruise between Fremantle and Perth. Cruise past the magnificent homes overlooking the calm and picturesque waters.

This whale-watching cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbor gives you the chance to get out on the Indian Ocean and look for humpback whales during their yearly migration along the coast of Western Australia. Choose to self-drive and enjoy time to explore the area to enjoy family-friendly attractions on your own, such as restaurants, shops, bars, and a beach. Or, upgrade to include round-trip transfers from your Perth hotel.

There is no better way to combine a delicious lunch and a wonderful cruise on the magnificent Swan River than on our Swan River Lunch Cruise. Available from Perth, this unique cruise includes a buffet of Western Australia’s abundant seasonal fresh produce as well as full bar facilities on board. Upon boarding the vessel, you are shown to your reserved table. Enjoy Captain's commentary during the cruise downstream to the port city of Fremantle. Upon the return journey, you are invited to enjoy the hot buffet complemented by seasonal salads, all followed by a scrumptious dessert buffet. With a fully stocked bar on board why not enhance your light lunch with an ice-cold beer, chilled chardonnay or smooth shiraz.

The best way to get from Perth city to Rottnest Island, these return-trip ferry tickets also include hotel transfers for extra convenience. Departing from Elizabeth Quay’s Barrack Street Jetty, enjoy great views of the city as you cruise down the Swan River to the ocean and over to Rottnest’s Thomson Bay, where you’ll be greeted by friendly quokkas. In the afternoon, hop back on the ferry for your journey home.

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.

Discover the coastal charm of Perth and Fremantle on this diverse half-day sightseeing tour. Take in views of the cityscape at Kings Park Botanic Gardens, and then get a closer look at cultural landmarks on a commentated coach tour. Head to the coast to admire the famous sandy stretches of Cottesloe Beach and soak up the seaport ambiance of historic Fremantle.

Explore all the highlights of Rottnest Island on this full-day adventure, which includes hotel transfers, return ferry tickets from Perth and a Bayseeker Bus tour. One of the few vehicles allowed on the island, this guided bus tour is the best way to see all the island’s sights, including Wadjemup Lighthouse, the seal colony at Cathedral Rocks, a shipwreck, the old WWII barracks, and even migrating humpback whales (in season).

Escape the busy city streets and enjoy a full-day tour to Rottnest Island from Perth. With hotel pickup (optional), ferry tickets, admission fees, and a light lunch included, the logistics are taken care off. Use free time to explore at your leisure, learn more about the island on guided bus and train tours, and look out for wildlife, including cute, quirky quokkas.

Take in the wonderful sights that can only be viewed from the river cruising between Perth and the Port of Fremantle. Enjoy a drink from the fully licensed bar and relax in the air-conditioned comfort - or take a stroll out on the spacious open deck. If you want to spend a return cruise, select our Fremantle Explorer option which gives you time to explore Fremantle before jumping on your ferry back to Perth.

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.

If you want to explore Rottnest Island the easy way, this guided day trip from Hillarys Boat Harbour in Perth takes care of the logistics for you. Cruise across the Indian Ocean on a high-speed ferry in roughly 40 minutes, then enjoy free time to explore the main settlement, nearby beaches, and spot the island’s famous quokkas. When you’re ready to see more without the walking or cycling, hop on an air-conditioned bus tour and relax as your driver shares live commentary on the island’s history, culture, and natural highlights. At the end of the day, simply return to the jetty and catch your ferry back to the mainland—no planning required.

Perth’s only Swan River dinner cruise offers the unique opportunity to see the Perth City lights skyline! Whether you're celebrating a special event, organising a group night out, or just looking for a dinner with a difference, this dinner cruise is for you. We invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy the evening atmosphere whilst the crew helps make your experience one to remember. Upon departure the tempting hot buffet awaits, complemented by an assortment of fresh seasonal salads and cold dishes. Full bar facilities on board to purchase drinks throughout the night.

Visit Rottnest Island's top destinations on an easy full-day tour from Perth. After hotel pickup, transfer to the high-speed ferry, then take a historic train ride up to the WWII Oliver Hill Battery. After, hop on a bus for the Grand Island tour to see the Wadjemup Lighthouse, Henrietta Rocks, and other island landmarks. Learn more about the island via live commentary and have free time to explore before heading back to Perth.

Enjoy multiple experiences in one day during this guided, multi-stop tour that includes a dolphin cruise in the canals of Mandurah. While onboard, watch as dolphins play, chase the boat and show off. Look out to see the Creery Wetlands filled with an abundance of species of birds. Sample locally made chocolate and head to Fremantle and Monument Hill.

Swimming with wild dolphins is a must for many travelers when visiting Perth or wider Western Australia. However, knowing the right places to visit can be confusing. This full-day tour takes you to the best spots in Rockingham—around 40 minutes from the city—to see pods of dolphins thrive in their natural habitat. Snorkel alongside them, always from a respectful distance, or hop back onto the boat to watch them from the deck.

Explore the Pinnacles Desert in our specially designed 4WD van allowing us to drive directly into the Pinnacles Desert and onto the 4.5km drive trail through the limestone structures This small group tour (no more than 5 guests) combines off road access, coastal scenery, and an immersive sand boarding adventure on the towering dunes of Lancelin. This day tour departs from Perth on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Why choose this Pinnacles Desert Tour? Highlights include: *Walking among the formations of the Pinnacles Desert — one of WA’s most unique landscapes *See ancient stromatolites at Lake Thetis — among the oldest life on Earth *Relax on a pristine Turquoise Coast beach — white sand, clear water, coastal views *Sand board the dunes at Lancelin Sand Dunes — fun, easy, and unforgettable. *Small group experience — no crowds, more time, better access

There’s more to Rottnest Island than sandy beaches and beautiful bays, including a fascinating military history. Begin by taking in coastal views on a roughly 40-minute cruise from Perth. Next, take a train to the top of Oliver Hill and venture into the island's historic WWII tunnels with a guide, for insight you'd miss if exploring by yourself. When it’s time to leave, simply head back to the jetty to catch your return ferry.

Nowhere else in Australia can you depart from a capital city by boat and arrive in an award-winning wine region on the same day. Relax and enjoy the iconic city skyline and beautiful picturesque landscape as you escape the city and cruise leisurely into the upper regions of the Swan Valley. You'll be treated to a delicious share platter lunch on board with wine, followed by a wine and macaron pairing experience at Mandoon Estate! All of this is capped off with live entertainment and tantalizing desserts on board your return cruise. Captain Cook Cruises’ Swan Valley wine cruise is a fantastic way to spend the day with friends and family as you cruise along the river and get to know the Swan Valley a different way!

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.

Relax, sit back and enjoy the Perth CBD skyline views and picturesque landscape as you escape the city and cruise leisurely into the upper regions of the Swan Valley. As you cruise up the river, enjoy a guided wine tasting before lunch is served with local WA produce on a share platter with wine. Upon arrival in the Swan Valley, you will disembark the boat and join a coach tour operated by Swan Valley Tours. Indulge with a shared cheeseboard and wine tasting at Lancaster Winery. Then get your chocolate fix at the famous Margaret River Chocolate Company (in the Swan Valley). Swan Valley Tours will then bring you back to our departure point on the Swan River, where you will hop back on board our vessel for your afternoon cruise back to Perth city. All-inclusive wines are waiting for you once the bar opens at 3:15 pm, with cakes, tea and coffee, and live entertainment, as you cruise the peaceful upper reaches of the Swan River back to Barrack St Jetty.

There are plenty of great Perth wine region tours to choose from, but why limit your experience to just the land? With this small-group Mandoon Estate tour, you get the chance to paddle down a scenic river in a kayak, keeping your eyes peeled for local wildlife and birds, before your optional tasting of either beer or wine.