Rottnest Island Round-Trip Ferry from Perth
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Perth, Australia
- 7 to 8 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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 on the scenic 25-minute ferry ride from Fremantle to Rottnest Island
- Choose to spend your time as you like on Rottnest Island, enjoying the beaches, walking trails, bicycling and water sports
- Look for wildlife such as quokka (a marsupial known as the kangaroo rat) and a New Zealand fur seal colony
- Rent snorkel gear, surfboards, paddleboards, bikes and other equipment (own expense) on the island
What's Included
- Same day return ferry to Rottnest Island from Perth
- Rottnest Island Authority fee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees to any attractions
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Rottnest Express Barrack Street Jetty Ferry Terminal2 Barrack St, Perth WA 6000, Australia
Ferry departs from Barrack Street jetty at 8:45am. We recommend arriving 30 minutes before departure.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.8:45 am
What To Expect
Your Rottnest Island ferry departs from either Perth or Fremantle, depending on option selected when booking. If leaving from Perth, you’ll cruise down the Swan River through the city to reach Fremantle, from where it’s about a 25-minute ride across the ocean to "Rotto," as it’s known to locals.
When you arrive, you are free to explore the island—and its 63 beaches and 20 bays—however you wish. There are plenty of spots to get wet with a swim, snorkel, stand-up paddleboard or surf, or just relax on the sand and watch yachts bobbing in the water. The most popular activity for visitors is renting a bike on the island to cruise leisurely along the scenic roads, where no cars are allowed. If you’re interested in history, check out sites like Lomas Cottage, Rottnest Island Museum, Pilot Boathouse or the Salt Store and Exhibition Centre. And don’t forget to keep your eyes open for wildlife, particularly the island’s native quokkas. (All entrance fees, activities, rentals, food and drinks are at your own expense.)
At the end of your full day on the island, head back to Fremantle or Perth on the return ferry.
When you arrive, you are free to explore the island—and its 63 beaches and 20 bays—however you wish. There are plenty of spots to get wet with a swim, snorkel, stand-up paddleboard or surf, or just relax on the sand and watch yachts bobbing in the water. The most popular activity for visitors is renting a bike on the island to cruise leisurely along the scenic roads, where no cars are allowed. If you’re interested in history, check out sites like Lomas Cottage, Rottnest Island Museum, Pilot Boathouse or the Salt Store and Exhibition Centre. And don’t forget to keep your eyes open for wildlife, particularly the island’s native quokkas. (All entrance fees, activities, rentals, food and drinks are at your own expense.)
At the end of your full day on the island, head back to Fremantle or Perth on the return ferry.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Rosalie_M
Picked up the tickets the day before as the tour operator was very busy on the morning of the tour. Long queue to get on. Limited outside seating on the ferry and limited upstairs seating inside. Staff very friendly on the ferry. Great views along the river and commentary was informative. Island lovely to walk around plenty to see and do for the long day.
Reviews
4.3
based on 350 reviews
Jacqueline_F, Feb 2026
There's a lot to do so wear a good pair of trainers. And a hat as there isn't a lot of shade. It is worth it though
Rosalie_M, Jan 2026
Picked up the tickets the day before as the tour operator was very busy on the morning of the tour. Long queue to get on. Limited outside seating on the ferry and limited upstairs seating inside. Staff very friendly on the ferry. Great views along the river and commentary was informative. Island lovely to walk around plenty to see and do for the long day.
David_D, Jan 2026
Great day out especially if blue sky day. Would have been good to know to book bikes in advance as long Q when we got there. The round trip hop on hop off bus was a good alternative. The Quokkas are amusing
Ekaterina_P, Dec 2025
It was a Nice trip to the island, good organised. Ok the island many things to doc like rent bike, drive through the island, swim, walk, enjoy the nature.
Nicola_D, Dec 2025
Well worth every penny. A great trip. Beautiful island. Lots of great facilities and places to eat. The playground is a great place for kids to let off steam.
We found the convenience store to have a great array of supplies.
Loved the bakery which was very popular.
Philip_M, Nov 2025
The boat trip from Perth was fine. We wished we had gone from Fremantle because of speed restrictions on boats between the two ports. We were on the Fremantle side of Perth.
Having said that the boat was comfortable and the crew fine. We loved Rottnest. There was plenty to see and do and, of course, the Quokkas were cute.
Rachel_W, Nov 2025
Perth to Rottnest is 1hr 45m journey, the commentary down the swan River is really interesting. The outside seats on our ferry all faced backwards which I don't like. Inside was lovely and cool, some seats have tables.
Kristina_G, Nov 2025
Good trip. What you see is what you get. cannot complain. loved the island. one of the most beautiful places ive been
Wayne_C, Sep 2025
Just ask questions as to where everything is, not a lot of signs or help, do your reseach first, and it will be a lot less stressfull!
Barbara_W, Feb 2025
Departed from Perth, easy location to find for pickup/drop off, informative commentary down the Swan River, air conditioned interior with drinks & snacks available on board. Rotto did not disappoint, exceptionally beautiful, will be back & probably stay overnight as lots to see and explore. Fantastic pub grub and various food options available on Rotto as the locals call it.
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