Day Trips

From Hillarys: Rottnest Island Return Ferry

Name: From Hillarys: Rottnest Island Return Ferry
Start: 2025-12-17T10:00:00
End: 2025-12-17T15:45:00
Location: Perth

Tourists smiling with a quokka on Rottnest Island, bicycles and beach in background.

Woman and child cycling on a tree-lined path on Rottnest Island, Western Australia.

Tourists walking near a bus on Rottnest Island with coastal scenery in the background.

Lighthouse on Pink Beach, Rottnest Island, with clear blue water and sandy shore.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 6 days before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

4.7/5

(69)

Gerarda

Oct 2025

Verified booking

4/5

The guided tour was lovely, the bus driver was very informative. I was encouraged to use the app., which was not helpful at all. We were confused WHERE to catch the bus and WHAT TIME. There could be an improvement made. Even the info centre at the harbour gave poor directions. The ferry ride was good. We had a pleasant day.

Paul

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Very smooth journey across to the island, and back. Lots of time to explore on our own and friendly staff that pointed us in the right direction for the bus tour. The driver was informative, knowledgeable and very affable, a delight. We were given lots of facts but in a fun way.

Katherine

Jun 2025

Verified booking

5/5

What a fantastic day we had, weather was amazing and Rottnest Island is beautiful and full of history. The fast ferry from Hilary's Boat Harbour was a great trip, and our tour guide "Robbo" was so knowledgeable and funny. This tour was a great way to see the island.

Sail from Hillarys and enjoy Rottnest Island with round-trip ferry transfers, entry, and several hours to explore.

Meet friendly quokkas at Thomson Bay, then swim or relax at The Basin, best in the morning.

Ascend 38 m Wadjemup Lighthouse for panoramic vistas, then visit Oliver Hill Battery’s historic gun emplacements.

Choose bike hire or a guided bus tour to make the most of your Hillarys-to-Rottnest adventure.

Entry to Rottnest Island

Self-guided tour of Rottnest Island

Round-trip ferry transfers from Hillarys

Bike hire with helmet & security lock (as per option selected)

1-hour 45-minute guided AC bus tour on Rottnest Island (as per option selected)

Live commentary (as per option selected)

Timeline
Map
Start point
Hillarys
Get direction
25 min
1. Rottnest Island
Tickets included
7 hr 30 min
6 attractions
Photo stop & Sightseeing
Highlights
Ricey Beach
Quokka Spotting
Shipwrecks at Henrietta Rocks
Salmon Bay
Strickland Bay
Wadjemup Lighthouse
End point
Hillarys
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 6 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

4.7
69 reviews
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What our guests say
Stanley
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Very professional crew, smooth ride, great guide on the Island Tour and lots to do
John
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The trip was exhilarating and safe to say I will do it again.
Margaret
Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Peter was knowledgeable, fun and patient with the bike riders. The scenery is gorgeous. The people on the bus were considerate of others ie time wise.
Rhona
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Excellent Tourguide who was really informative. Highly recommend him. Great bus and enjoyed the tour. A little overpriced for what it was though.
Indra
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Welcoming people around and the excellent guide on the bus.

Set sail from Hillarys and enjoy a full day discovering Rottnest Island, its friendly quokkas, pristine beaches, and historic landmarks—your way.

Getting started

Your ticket includes round-trip ferry transfers from Hillarys and entry to Rottnest Island. Arrive 30 minutes early to check in and prepare for a day of exploration.

What to expect

Quokkas up close: Explore Thomson Bay to spot these friendly marsupials, ideal for selfies and memorable wildlife encounters.

The Basin: Swim or simply relax at this iconic natural pool with calm, turquoise waters, best enjoyed in the morning.

Wadjemup Lighthouse: Climb to enjoy sweeping views of the coastline, ocean, and island landscapes, perfect for photography and nature lovers.

Historic highlights: Explore Oliver Hill Battery and its WWII tunnels, or take in scenic stops at Pinky Beach and Bathurst Lighthouse.

Cycle the island: If selected, hire a bike with helmet and lock to navigate coastal paths and hidden spots at your own pace.

Guided bus tour: If selected, experience a narrated 1-hour 45-minute tour in an air-conditioned bus, covering the island’s top attractions and hidden gems with live commentary.

What to bring

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

What's not allowed

Single pieces of luggage up to 22kg and no larger than 800mm x 500mm x 400mm can be stowed in the vessels’ luggage crates.

Single carry-on items must be no larger than 600mm x 400mm x 300mm.

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

Accessibility

The ferry is wheelchair accessible.

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: Bring a refillable water bottle and sunscreen as some stops like The Basin and Wadjemup Lighthouse have limited shade and kiosks, so staying hydrated and protected keeps your day comfortable.

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.

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