Day Trips

Rottnest Island Ferry and Bike Day Trip

Name: Rottnest Island Ferry and Bike Day Trip
Start: 2025-12-20T10:00:00
End: 2025-12-20T17:15:00
Location: Perth

Ferry cruising on turquoise waters towards Rottnest Island from Perth.

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

Bicycle parked on Rottnest Island beach with turquoise ocean view.

Rottnest Island coastline with lighthouse and turquoise waters, view from above.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

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Transfers included

Explore car-free Rottnest Island on a day-long cycling adventure, complete with a scenic ferry ride and friendly quokka encounters, with round-trip ferry transfers included.

4.7/5

(104)

Karen

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Instructions were clear, Picking up the wrist band and getting the bike was easy. The beaches and water was lovely for a swim. Maps and routes were easy to follow. Staff were lovely. One thing that may have helped would be storage on bikes either a basket or rack on the back with bungee clips. We had rucksacks but lots of people had picnics. Thanks for a lovely day.

Candiece

Aug 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The boat ride over the ocean was a bit rough, but once we got there all was forgotten as we headed off on the bike in the sunshine! The island was super easy to get around. All the staff we encountered were friendly and helpful when asked questions.

Joanna

Aug 2025

Verified booking

4/5

I really enjoyed the ferry ride out and back to the island. The captain was great, pointing out dolphins for us all to see, and with his array of jokes. He also gave us a run down of the weather so we knew what to expect. The bike was a downside. The gears were rusted shut so I could not shift up or down. Which was really frustrating. The overall experience was amazing! And I would do it again.

A quick ferry whisks you up the Swan River from Perth to Rottnest Island, a tranquil escape. Buckle up for a full-day cycling adventure exploring this scenic gem!

Pack a picnic lunch and explore pristine beaches like the Basin and Parakeet Bay, then head towards the West End for stunning coastal views.

For a spectacular view over Pinky Beach, the short climb up to the Bathurst Lighthouse is well worth it to see Rottnest’s beaches stretching in every direction.

Keep your eyes peeled for turtles, playful pods of dolphins, and, if you're lucky, majestic humpback whales on their annual migration.

Fun fact: Snap a selfie with a Quokka, the friendly marsupial indigenous to Rottnest Island, dubbed 'the world's happiest animal'.

Self-paced day tour of Rottnest Island

Round-trip ferry transfers from Perth, Fremantle, or Hillarys (based on option selected)

Entry to Rottnest Island

Bike hire with helmet and security lock

Up to 7 hours to spend on island

Timeline
Map
Start point
3 starting points available
1. Hillarys
2. Fremantle
3. Perth
45 min
1. Rottnest Island
9 attractions
1 activity
Things to do
Kingstown Barracks
Henrietta Rocks
Parker Point
Little Salmon Bay
Strickland Bay
West End
Stark Bay
Geordie Bay
Lake Baghdad
Bike hire
Included in price
End point
3 ending points available
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

4.7
104 reviews
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What our guests say
Karen
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Instructions were clear, Picking up the wrist band and getting the bike was easy. The beaches and water was lovely for a swim. Maps and routes were easy to follow. Staff were lovely. One thing that may have helped would be storage on bikes either a basket or rack on the back with bungee clips. We had rucksacks but lots of people had picnics. Thanks for a lovely day.
Liam
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Loved our experience at Rottnest Island. Amazing beaches to visit around the island. I couldn't recommend a better place for a getaway in paradise. Myself and my partner will be back soon !
Karen
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Right from the beginning the experience was great. We really loved the bike hire experience. The bikes were well maintained. It was a really great day on Rottnest Island.
Kialie
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The water is beautiful and the history amazing. Loved the food. Bike ride was great way to see the island. Commentary on the boat ride over was very informative
Debra
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
My Rottnest trip was smooth and enjoyable the staff were professional and friendly I recommend everyone take the trip relax and enjoy

Embark on a scenic adventure

Your day-long Rottnest Island adventure commences with a tranquil cruise from Perth or Fremantle, accompanied by live commentary that breathes life into the serene surroundings. The ferry journey offers beautiful landscapes, wildlife sightings, and a refreshing sea breeze, making it a memorable part of the Rottnest Island experience. As you near Rottnest Island, the rugged coastline of the island becomes visible. The turquoise waters surrounding the island and its white sandy beaches are breathtaking. You can see spots like Bathurst Lighthouse and Pinky Beach as the ferry approaches the island.

Cycle, explore, and marvel at Rottnest Island's wonders

Upon your arrival, pick up your bike and helmet and set off on your cycling adventure. Choose from three scenic routes tailored to your pace and curiosity. The Rotto Mini-Loop offers a breezy 4 km ride through tranquil bushland, past The Basin’s crystal-clear waters and serene salt lakes, with a stop at Vlamingh Lookout for sweeping island views. The 10 km Beaches, Lighthouses, and Lakes route guides you along stunning bays like Little Salmon Bay and Porpoise Bay, culminating in a climb up Wadjemup Lighthouse for panoramic vistas. For seasoned explorers, the 22 km Island Ride showcases the island’s most rugged and remote wonders. Pedal to the West End, where Cathedral Rocks and Cape Vlamingh provide breathtaking views of long-nosed fur seals, Australian sea lions, and even bottlenose dolphins or migrating humpback whales from August to December.

What to bring

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

What's not allowed

Guests under the age of 4 are restricted from participating in this experience.

Additional information

Guide dogs are allowed onboard the ferry. However, as Rottnest Island is an A-Class reserve you should contact the rangers there for further advice on service dog allowance.

All passengers must arrive at the terminal at least 30 minutes prior to departure. If you are traveling with no luggage or freight and have e-tickets or QR codes, please make your way straight to the boarding gate. Final Boarding is 5 minutes prior to departure after which the vessel gangways are removed to ensure that the vessel departs by the stated time.

Bicycles must be collected on the island by an adult over 18 years and must be returned by closing time on the same day.

You can see the ferry time-table here

Ferry tickets are valid for same-day return from a selected departure point.

Bikes with baby seats can be requested, subject to availability.

Children's bikes are suitable for children between the ages of 4 to 7. Children aged 7 or older can usually use adult-sized bikes.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

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

Boarding point

Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.