About this tour
A 2.5 to 3-hour catamaran journey around Rottnest Island's coastline with guided snorkelling in sheltered bays. You'll sail from Thomson Bay aboard a luxury vessel, gear provided, spotting up to 400 fish species, coral, rays and possibly dolphins. Kayaks and SUP boards are available for shared use. Morning tea and seasonal fruit are included. Suitable for ages 4 and up, though snorkelling requires swimmers aged 8+ capable of 200m unassisted in 2-3m depths.
Highlights
- Catamaran sail past Rottnest's rugged coastline and turquoise bays
- Guided snorkel among 400+ fish species and coral formations
- Watch for stingrays, dolphins and other marine wildlife
- Kayak and SUP boards available during stop
- All snorkelling gear, coffee and fruit included
What to expect
Depart Thomson Bay on a stable catamaran with other guests, spending the first part sailing to a protected bay selected for conditions that day. Once anchored, you'll kit up in provided snorkel gear and enter the water as a guided group. A skipper or crew member leads the snorkel, pointing out reef life, fish schools and occasionally larger visitors. Between water time, you can paddle a kayak or SUP, or simply recover on deck with tea and fresh fruit. The pace is leisurely—this isn't a high-intensity water sports outing, more a comfortable introduction to Rottnest's underwater world.
Good to know
Strong swimmers only; you must comfortably swim 200m unaided in 2-3m water to join snorkelling. Wetsuits and towels aren't supplied—bring your own or hire locally. Arrive 15 minutes early; late arrival forfeits your ticket. Ferry to Rottnest is separate. Not suitable for spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. Expectant mothers beyond 28 weeks need medical clearance.
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.