Day Trips

From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Guided Bus Tour with Return Ferry

4.8/5(110)

Leanne M

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Perfectly timed departure of both the ferry/ boat and the island bus tour with the v knowledgeable and delightful Lisa! Give that lady a payrise immediately! Only helpful suggestion would be to tell people where to park all day at the Freemantle docks, just past Dock E, as we panicked a bit when we arrived and everywhere else was 3 hrs. Plus didn't realise needed a printed ticket if booking through a third party operator and had to run over to the Sealink info booth. Otherwise, brilliant service, amazing day with Quokkas!! 🥰 I didn't touch it!! Was just trying show perspective of how tiny it was. Just a lil bub

Serayah V

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

The tour guide Eli and bus driver Simon were fantastic! Very informative on the island itself and eager to answer questions! My favourite part was when Eli taught everyone about the history of the island and how to be more approachable to the quokkas by sitting down rather than crouching. My family and friends had a great time visiting one of the very very lovely beaches there, the water was so amazingly clear! Which Eli taught us why the water is so clear! I will be visiting more often and am shocked that I have never visited in my entire 25 years living in Perth! Thank you! We also saw SO MANY WHALES!

Rhyl M

Group

Verified booking

Last week

My 97 year old father enjoyed it immensely. He vusited Perth 70 years ago but never Rottnest. The ferries were smooth & fast which he lived. Rennie our bus driver was very kind & considerate with him & the tour was fabulous. He even liked the lunch. Thank you all.

Doreen D

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Great tour with friendly and knowledgable guides. Saw whales breaching which was amazing. Wouldn't have seen this if we hadn't done the tour. Learnt that there is a lot more to Rottnest island and its history than just the quokkas

Linda T

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Beautiful island, great bus tour. Lots of Quokkas, you have to watch where you walk! Left side of the bus is best for viewing as the bus travels clockwise around the island. Make sure you go to the sea link office at ferry pickup location to have your ticket printed as the ticket on the Headout email and app is not accepted for entry onto the ferry.

David P

Group

Verified booking

Sep 2026

We took the blue boat over which was great. We met up with our tour guide at the train station. He was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Lunch was nice and after the tour back at the village we did meet quite a few quockas the whole tour was great. We had a really good day. Would highly recommend this tour for sure.

Travel from Fremantle with round-trip ferry transfers and entry to Rottnest Island, starting your guided bus adventure seamlessly.

Enjoy a 1-hour 45-minute bus tour with live commentary, covering iconic beaches, bays, wildlife, and hidden island gems.

Stop at Thomson Bay or Cape Vlamingh to see friendly quokkas, perfect for selfies and up-close wildlife encounters.

View The Basin’s natural swimming pool and drive along scenic beaches, bays, and cliffs with optional short photo stops.

Upgrade to a guided tour WWII tunnels at Oliver Hill, ride the Captain Hussey Train, and enjoy a light lunch with sandwich, cookie, and water.

Entry to Rottnest Island

1-hour 45-minute guided AC bus tour on Rottnest Island

Self-guided tour of Rottnest Island

Round-trip ferry transfers from Fremantle

Guided tour of Oliver Hill gun fortification & tunnels (as per option selected)

Captain Hussey Train to Oliver Hill (as per option selected)

Live commentary

Light lunch at Oliver Hill (sandwich wrap, cookie, water bottle) (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION1 hour 45 minutes
Timeline
Map
Start point
Fremantle
Get direction
30 min
1. Rottnest Island Bus Tour
1 hr 45 min
7 attractions
Hop on the spacious comfortable AC bus that takes you to the beautiful sceneries of the island. During the 1-hour 45-minute tour, you will visit the island’s most iconic locations.
Things to do
Bathurst Lighthouse
Geordie Bay
Ricey Beach
Roland Smith Memorial
Wadjemup Lighthouse
Little Salmon Bay
Kingstown Barracks
2. Free time at Rottnest Island
End point
Fremantle
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Leanne M
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Perfectly timed departure of both the ferry/ boat and the island bus tour with the v knowledgeable and delightful Lisa! Give that lady a payrise immediately! Only helpful suggestion would be to tell people where to park all day at the Freemantle docks, just past Dock E, as we panicked a bit when we arrived and everywhere else was 3 hrs. Plus didn't realise needed a printed ticket if booking through a third party operator and had to run over to the Sealink info booth. Otherwise, brilliant service, amazing day with Quokkas!! 🥰 I didn't touch it!! Was just trying show perspective of how tiny it was. Just a lil bub
Julie R
Group
Verified booking
Sep 2026
The Ferry ride across to Rottnest was great & the bus tour option on the island was comfortable & imformative. Recommend
Serayah V
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
The tour guide Eli and bus driver Simon were fantastic! Very informative on the island itself and eager to answer questions! My favourite part was when Eli taught everyone about the history of the island and how to be more approachable to the quokkas by sitting down rather than crouching. My family and friends had a great time visiting one of the very very lovely beaches there, the water was so amazingly clear! Which Eli taught us why the water is so clear! I will be visiting more often and am shocked that I have never visited in my entire 25 years living in Perth! Thank you! We also saw SO MANY WHALES!
Rhyl M
Group
Verified booking
Last week
My 97 year old father enjoyed it immensely. He vusited Perth 70 years ago but never Rottnest. The ferries were smooth & fast which he lived. Rennie our bus driver was very kind & considerate with him & the tour was fabulous. He even liked the lunch. Thank you all.
Doreen D
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Great tour with friendly and knowledgable guides. Saw whales breaching which was amazing. Wouldn't have seen this if we hadn't done the tour. Learnt that there is a lot more to Rottnest island and its history than just the quokkas

Set off from Fremantle on a ferry and enjoy a full day on Rottnest Island with a guided bus tour, spotting quokkas, pristine beaches, and historic landmarks.

Getting started

Your ticket includes round-trip ferry transfers from Fremantle and entry to Rottnest Island. Check in 30 minutes before departure at B Shed Terminal. Once on the island, join a 1-hour 45-minute air-conditioned bus tour with live commentary, then enjoy time to explore at your own pace.

What to expect

Spot the quokkas: Stop at Thomson Bay or Cape Vlamingh to capture Rottnest's friendly quokkas, most active in the late afternoon.

The Basin: View this iconic natural swimming spot from the bus; optional quick stops allow photos or a refreshing dip.

Wadjemup Lighthouse: Approach the lighthouse on the bus, with an optional climb for sweeping island and ocean vistas.

Henrietta Rocks & salt lakes: Pass tranquil Henrietta Rocks and the northern salt lakes, spotting local wildlife and enjoying scenic vistas.

Island beaches & coastline: Drive along secluded beaches, bays, and cliffs with opportunities for photos and brief exploration.

Live commentary: Expert guide provides insights into Rottnest’s history, wildlife, flora, and hidden gems throughout the bus tour.

Captain Hussey Train & Oliver Hill Lunch: If selected, ride the historic train to Oliver Hill and enjoy a light lunch with sandwich, cookie, and water.

Oliver Hill Battery & Tunnels: If selected, go on a guided tour of WWII gun fortifications and tunnels; learn the island’s military history.

What to bring

Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, and water bottle.

What's not allowed

Alcohol, weapons, drugs, drones, pets, smoking and furniture are not allowed onboard the ferry.

Accessibility

Rottnest Island is an A-Class reserve. So, it’s best to check directly with the island rangers for the most up-to-date advice on service dog access and allowances.

Additional information

Practical tip: For the best selfies, look for quokkas in shaded areas near Thomson Bay in the late afternoon.

Guests are required to pay an admission fee for Rottnest Island, which is included in your ferry fare at the time of booking. This helps support island conservation and facilities.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.