Day Trips

From Perth: Rottnest Island Guided Bus Tour with Return Ferry

Name: From Perth: Rottnest Island Guided Bus Tour with Return Ferry
Start: 2026-10-31T09:00:00
End: 2026-10-31T16:30:00
Location: Perth

4.8/5(76)

Rhyl M

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

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.

Geoffrey S

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Great day out, well worth the visit to see the Quokka's and enjoy a relaxing day on the island. Plenty of options for food & drink, beautiful beaches and relaxing vibes.

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.

Michael J

Group

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Very happy with the Ferry trip and the tour. We had visitors from Victoria who were first time visitors to Rottnest Island and all four of us enjoyed the very informative land tour and the jocular presentation by the guide and driver. Will recommend to our friends.

Cynthia L

Solo

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The boat ride is a great way to see Perth from the water and the bus tour with commentary is the best way to see the most of the island in comfort. We saw a Dugite on the road from the bus, humpback whales and incredible views. I highly recommend the tour.

Susanne A

Group

Verified booking

Aug 2026

An awesome tour. We learnt about the history, we were in awe of the important role that Rottnest Island had and has. Beautiful beaches were we saw whales breaching and Seals sunbathing. Quokas 😍 so cute and not shy. Train ride and Bus was fun and informative. Plenty of laughs along the way. Highly recommend this tour.

Kick off your Rottnest trip from central Perth with scenic ferry transfers and island entry.

Join a 1-hour 45-minute air-conditioned bus tour with live commentary, exploring beaches, bays, wildlife, and hidden island gems.

Stop at Thomson Bay or Cape Vlamingh to meet friendly quokkas, ideal for selfies and close-up encounters.

See The Basin’s natural swimming pool and take in views along secluded beaches, bays, and cliffs, with optional short stops.

Upgrade to a guided tour of Oliver Hill’s WWII tunnels, ride the Captain Hussey Train, and enjoy a light lunch with a sandwich, cookie, and bottled 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 Perth, including a scenic Swan River cruise with commentary

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
Perth
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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
Perth
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
Rhyl M
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
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.
Geoffrey S
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Great day out, well worth the visit to see the Quokka's and enjoy a relaxing day on the island. Plenty of options for food & drink, beautiful beaches and relaxing vibes.
Elizabeth H
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Seeing all the quokkas! Learning about the history of the island and the general beauty of nature.
Anne S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Friendly knowledgable staff who did everything and knew a vast amount of knowledge of the island
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.

Depart from Perth on a scenic Swan River ferry and explore Rottnest Island on a guided bus tour, spotting quokkas, beaches, and historic sites. Optional upgrades include a guided tour of Oliver Hill fortifications, the Captain Hussey Train, and a light lunch.

Getting started

Your ticket includes round-trip ferry transfers from central Perth along the scenic Swan River and entry to Rottnest Island. Check in 30 minutes before departure at Barrack Street Jetty. Once on the island, join a 1-hour 45-minute air-conditioned bus tour with live commentary, then enjoy time to explore beaches, bays, and wildlife at your own pace.

What to expect

Spot the quokkas: Stop at Thomson Bay or Cape Vlamingh to meet Rottnest’s friendly quokkas, perfect for photos and close-up encounters.

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

Wadjemup Lighthouse: Approach the lighthouse on the bus, with an optional climb for panoramic views of the island and ocean.

Henrietta Rocks & salt lakes: Pass the tranquil Henrietta Rocks and 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 guides share 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 a sandwich wrap, cookie, and bottled water.

Oliver Hill Battery & Tunnels: If selected, take a guided tour of WWII gun fortifications and tunnels, learning about the island’s military history.

What to bring

Bring along your 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.

1 piece of luggage is permitted per person. Additional luggage will incur an excess luggage charge.

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: Stop at Thomson Bay Bakery near the ferry for gelato, pastries, or coffee, a perfect mid-morning treat.

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.