Experience Rottnest with Ferry & Bike Hire
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Enjoy the relaxed casual environment of Rottnest Island, one of the most unique islands in the world, just off the coast of Perth. After cruising down the Swan River and across the open ocean, you’ll arrive on the island, ready to begin your full-day adventure. Explore the island by bike (the only form of transport – cars are not allowed), discover secluded beaches, snorkel among the reefs and meet the local wildlife. You have the option to depart from Perth or Fremantle.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children aged between 4-12 years old must be accompanied by an adult
Children under 4 years old travel free. Child seats and trailers are available
Bike helmets must be worn while cycling on the island; failure to do so could result in a fine.
Infant seats are available on request however have limited availability
We require 3 days notice to confirm availability for Children bikes and helmets
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Lunch (if option selected)
Bicycle hire, helmet and security lock
Snorkel Hire (If option selected)
Same day return ferry to Rottnest Island from Perth or Fremantle (selected at time of booking)
Round-trip Swan River cruise (if booked to depart from Perth)
Hotel drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Guide
What To Expect
Swan River
Swan river commentary
Rottnest Express
Ferry transfer
Options
Ex. Perth - Bike Hire
Departing Perth with bike hire: Full day at Rottnest with bike hire & helmet included. Departs Barrack Street Jetty, Perth at 8:45am. Concludes at 6:30pm
Starting point:
Rottnest Express Barrack Street Jetty Ferry Terminal, 2 Barrack St, Perth WA 6000, Australia
Ex. Fremantle - Bike & Snorkel
Ex. Fremantle Bike & Snorkel: Full day at Rottnest with bike hire, helmet & snorkel gear. Departs B Shed, Fremantle at 9:30am. Ends in Fremantle at 5pm
Starting point:
Rottnest Express B Shed Ferry Terminal, Victoria Quay, 1 Peter Hughes Dr, Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
Ex. Perth - Bike & Snorkel
Depart Perth, Bike & Snorkel: Full day at Rottnest with bike hire, helmet & snorkel gear. Departs Barrack Street, Perth at 8:45am. Concludes at 6:30pm
Ex. Fremantle - Bike Hire
Departing Fremantle with bike: Full day at Rottnest with bike hire and helmet included. Departs B Shed, Fremantle at 9:30am. Ends in Fremantle at 5pm
Starting point:
Rottnest Express B Shed Ferry Terminal, Victoria Quay, 1 Peter Hughes Dr, Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
Reviews
448 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ferry & Bike ride, well worth the trip
karuniab2025,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Must do trip to Rotto, I was visiting WA for work and decided to book a day trip for my weekend. The ticket i purchased included bike and helmet hire; its a 30min ferry trip from Fremantle - if you get sea sick i recommend to have travel sickness medication before hand as several on my trip got sick. The bike ride around the island was beautiful but you do need moderate fitness to complete the full island as this is 23kms and is quite hilly. There is also a 10km island bike track for those not committed to the full 23km. Plenty of quokka to see around the main town, you don't need to look hard. Highly recommend if you get the chance.
Amazing experience
B1621NCtristanr,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just an absolutely incredible experience. This was the highlight of our trip for sure. Just such a beautiful place with really friendly and helpful staff.
Quokka visit
Lisa M,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day out, hired bikes and cycled part of the island. Had a dip in the crystal clear sea and saw the very cute quokka’s
Seeing Rottnest on a knackered bike
Martin M,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00The bikes supplied are shocking. My handlebar was bent meaning my left hand was about a foot below where my right hand was. In addition I could only engage two gears and they slipped. Also the brakes are close to non existent. It's lucky there isn't much traffic but the hills were hard work with the bike they supplied
Very pleasant day
Roussel S,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Perfect organization. Suitable time slots. Maybe the bikes at least mine on a group of 3 that was not top .... This is common
Ferry service is great but bike package was rubbish
345andrewf,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The trip over and back provided by the ferry service was excellent. However they sold me a package which included an eBike hire for the day. This was a disaster. The info stated the battery would last for 60ks. It failed after 19ks at the furthest most point on the island. Rottnest Express referred me to Ocean Cycles who then informed me they could not provide any support for breakdowns on the island. On the phone they stated they were disappointed I was having this experience and offered a refund. They also offered a refund in a follow up email I have. When I responded asking how I could receive I have not heard back from them. Watching utes go past with Ebikes from the island store was no fun when I had to manually peddle back to the settlement.
Around the island
foxy44-13,
Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The ferry was on time Bikes on board The guy who was comparing was very knowledgeable Had a great trip Bikes and helmet pick up was very efficient We had a great day out
monicarZ6728MO,
Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We had a great day at Rottnest despite the few hours of rain, it was all part of the experience. The quokkas were quite friendly and cute. Would recommend Rottnest .
A Good Day Trip
849jacquis,
Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Really worth doing this trip. Great commentary down the river. Beautiful island to bike around. The bikes are not the greatest that’s for sure, but we still managed to get right round. Lots of getting off and pushing up the hills.Great way to see the sunset on the way back to Perth
We really enjoyed this...
Misato K,
Jun 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this tour. We would be able to meet Quokka in the wild, and it easy to go to some beautiful places. I recommend that you.
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