Top Rottnest Island Cultural Tours

Explore Rottnest Island without long walks or guesswork on this informative trolley ride aboard the Captain Hussey train. Instead of navigating the island on your own, relax as your guide shares stories of Aboriginal heritage and World War II defenses along the route. Visit key sites, including the Oliver Hill Battery and tunnel fortifications, gaining clear insight into the island’s lesser-known history in a fun, easy way.

Rottnest Island is car-free, and its sights are scattered across the coast, so covering them on foot in a half-day is a stretch. Ride a bus and a historic train between the main stops instead, taking in Kingstown Barracks, Oliver Hill Battery, and the Henrietta Rocks shipwreck site. Watch for quokkas along the way, stop for photos of the turquoise bays, and hear about the island's history and its Aboriginal Noongar heritage.

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, Mabel Cove, shipwrecks, pink salt lakes, and Wadjemup Lighthouse.

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.

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.