Top Rottnest Island Cultural Tours

Located off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island is a charming and sunny getaway steeped in colonial history. Instead of wearing yourself walking around the island, get acquainted with what it has to offer on this guided Segway tour. Visit a range of historic landmarks, including Bathurst Lighthouse and the North Thomson colonial settlement, and ride past beautiful beaches and scenic highlights, including the popular Thomson Bay.

Rottnest Island is renowned for its beautiful beaches, military history, and dramatic coastal scenery. On this tour, zip along the coast and venture off-road on a fun Segway excursion. Visit key WWII sites such as the Kingstown Barracks and Bickley Battery gun emplacements, take in the views from the Jubilee Hill Observation Post, and stop at Paterson Beach, Henrietta Rocks, and Thompsons Bay.

Discover Rottnest Island from both above and below the water and get a fulled perspective than most. Offering visitors the chance to learn about the island’s fascinating marine life with marine biologist guides, this small-group snorkel tour includes a sightseeing boat trip around the island out to the best snorkeling spots. A great addition to any Rottnest trip, the tour conveniently departs from the main settlement near the ferry port.

Experience the best of Rottnest Island on a half-day sightseeing tour by bus and historical train. Visit Kingstown Barracks, Oliver Hill Battery, and Henrietta Rocks shipwreck location, and keep an eye out for quokkas and other wildlife. You can snap photos of the turquoise bays and white-sand beaches that ring the traffic-free island, and learn about the history of the Aboriginal Noongar people.

Experience all the highlights of Rottnest Island in comfort on this Bayseeker bus tour. Perfect for those short on time, hop off the ferry in Thomson Bay (own expense) and jump on the tour bus—one of the few vehicles on the island—to enjoy guided commentary as you whiz around. Visit spots such as the old WWII barracks, seals at Cathedral Rocks, shipwrecks, pink salt lakes, and Wadjemup Lighthouse.