About this tour
Spend a full day on Rottnest Island starting with a 45-minute high-speed ferry crossing from Hillarys Boat Harbour near Perth. After time to wander the Main Settlement and nearby beaches—and spot the island's famous quokkas—board a 90-minute guided bus tour that covers Rottnest's history, cultural sites and natural landmarks. Hotel pickup and drop-off included, with plenty of cafes and restaurants on-site for lunch.
Highlights
- Fast ferry crossing to car-free Rottnest Island
- Encounter quokkas in their natural habitat
- Guided bus tour of key historical and cultural sites
- Free time to explore Main Settlement and beaches
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Perth area
What to expect
Your day begins with hotel collection and transfer to Hillarys Boat Harbour. The ferry ride takes 45 minutes; expect ocean views and fellow day-trippers. Once ashore, you'll have time to walk around the Main Settlement, grab a coffee, and visit the beaches—quokkas roam freely throughout and are accustomed to visitors. The bus tour follows, with a local driver providing commentary on shipwrecks, convict history, Aboriginal heritage and the island's unique ecology. You'll stop at viewpoints and landmarks but won't have time to hike extensively. The return ferry departs mid-afternoon.
Good to know
Lunch isn't provided but the Main Settlement has multiple cafes and restaurants. Wear sunscreen and bring water—the island is exposed. Quokkas are wild animals; keep distance for photos. Infants sit on laps; children must be supervised by adults. Comfortable shoes recommended for walking and bus exploration.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.