Day Trips

From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Return Ferry

Name: From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Return Ferry
Start: 2026-07-08T09:00:00
End: 2026-07-08T16:30:00
Location: Perth

Couple snorkeling near Rottnest Island beach with clear water and trees in the background.

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

Ferry to Rottnest Island with tourists on deck, coastline visible in background.

Tourists swimming at a beach on Rottnest Island with a lighthouse in the distance.

Duration

7 hrs 30 mins - 8 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Guided tour

Transfers available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Hop on a high-speed ferry from Fremantle and in less than 30 minutes, you'll be breathing in fresh ocean air at Rottnest Island.

4.7/5(420)

Lynda C

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Enjoyed our tour. The gun tour was very interesting & the guide friendly & informative. Bus tour great too with a great guide who was humorous & knowledgeable

Abdullah N

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Smooth sailing experience with such an interactive guide, engaging for audiences of all ages. Gained so much knowledge about the history of the island .

Robert D

Solo

Verified booking

5 days ago

A nice smooth trip over and back. A highlight was the bus trip where the island's history was explained and points of interest shown. Of course, the highlight was the the quokkas.

Nicholas P

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

We had a super day on Rottnest Island - in the end declining the bikes and doing the 'hop on/hop off' bus instead. It was gorgeous weather and we did some walking between bus stops and completed the circuit of the whole island. Also spent time on one of the fabulous beaches and enjoyed a picnic. And we met the quokkas....

Malcolm P

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Learning about the history of the island and explaining about what we were seeing was great. Aldo getting a good idea if the layout of the island without having to ride bikes everywhere

Ann-marie N

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

We had the most amazing day on Rottnest. We hired bikes and rode around the island to all the best beach and snorkelling spots. The staff on the tour were all super friendly and helpful sorting out our bike hire. Would highly recommend and use this tour again! It made for easy booking and planning and we had such an incredible day! Thank you!

Reach Rottnest Island, a biodiverse natural reserve, in approx 30 mins with round-trip ferries departing from Fremantle.

This ferry is your gateway to an epic wildlife show! Spot New Zealand's fur seals, seabirds, seasonal humpback whales, and dolphins frolicking about.

Set your timetable on the island and explore as you wish. Visit the museum or lighthouse, go snorkeling, or even lounge on the white sandy beaches.

Rottnest Island’s blend of adventure, history, and natural beauty makes it a perfect destination for cycling enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking a peaceful escape.

Fun fact: Willem de Vlamingh stumbled upon the island in the 1600s and thought the quokkas were giant rats, hence the name "Rottnest" which translates to "rat's nest" in Dutch.

Self-paced day tour of Rottnest Island

Round-trip ferry transfers from Fremantle

Entry to Rottnest Island

Up to 7 hours to spend on the island

Bike hire at Rottnest Island (if option selected)

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

English-speaking guide (if option selected)

Guided tour of Oliver Hill gun fortification and tunnels (if option selected)

Ride on historic Captain Hussey Train to Oliver Hill (if option selected)

Visit Wadjemup Lighthouse, Jeannies Lookout, and Mabel Cove (if option selected)

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

Timeline
Map
Start point
Fremantle
Get direction
25 min
1. Rottnest Island
Tickets included
7 hr 30 min
6 attractions
Photo stop & Sightseeing
Go at your own pace and explore this beautiful island. There is a lot to do on the Island - Swim in the basin (most popular beach), Explore the historic shipwreck at Henrietta Rocks which is a perfect snorkeling spot, Checkout the iconic Bathhurst lighthouse and so much more.
Highlights
Ricey Beach
Quokka Spotting
Shipwrecks at Henrietta Rocks
Salmon Bay
Strickland Bay
Wadjemup Lighthouse
End point
Fremantle
Get direction
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.

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What our guests say
Robert D
Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
A nice smooth trip over and back. A highlight was the bus trip where the island's history was explained and points of interest shown. Of course, the highlight was the the quokkas.
Lynda C
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Enjoyed our tour. The gun tour was very interesting & the guide friendly & informative. Bus tour great too with a great guide who was humorous & knowledgeable
Abdullah N
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Smooth sailing experience with such an interactive guide, engaging for audiences of all ages. Gained so much knowledge about the history of the island .
Delroy H
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
So many quokkas. Punctual. Friendly staff.
Ian D
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Great knowledge Sense of humour

Boarding points and facilities on board

Step aboard a high-speed ferry for an unforgettable day trip to Rottnest Island! These are same-day return ferry tickets departing from Fremantle. Enjoy the 25-minute ride to Rottnest Island. Make the best use of the flexibility of the daily schedule and the luggage storage available on the ferry.

What to do at Rottnest Island?

The best way to explore Rottnest Island is by bike -- go at your own pace as there's lots to visit. Kingstown Barracks, Oliver Hill Battery, and the Henrietta Rocks shipwreck locations should be on your itinerary, and keep an eye out for quokkas and other wildlife. Be sure to discover the many different bays and beaches. Just pick up the map for the island once you disembark and you're ready for your adventure!

Accessibility

Luggage storage facilities are available on the boat.

This experience is pram/stroller and wheelchair accessible.

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.

Additional information

Guide dogs are allowed onboard. 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 before 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 before departure after which the vessel gangways are removed to ensure that the vessel departs by the stated time.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

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

Boarding points

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